Subaru Ascent (2022 year). Manual in english - page 30

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Guide pins

Catches

Clips

9. Put the rear combination light assem-
bly into place while aligning the guide pins
and catches with the guide holes and clips
on the vehicle.

10. Tighten the upper and lower screws.
11. Reinstall the covers.

License plate light

1. The license plate lights must be
pushed inside, and then pulled out to be
removed.

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise

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and pull out the socket.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Install a new bulb.
5. Reinstall the bulb socket and the
license plate light cover.

Map light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause
burns since the bulb may be very
hot. Have the bulb replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.

Vanity mirror light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause
burns since the bulb may be very
hot. Have the bulb replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.

Door step light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause a
short circuit. Have the bulb replaced
by your SUBARU dealer.

Rear reading light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause a
short circuit. Have the bulb replaced
by your SUBARU dealer.

Cargo area light

1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
3. Install a new bulb.
4. Reinstall the lens.

Other bulbs

It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

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11-24. Replacing key battery

The access key fob/transmitter battery
may be discharged under the following
conditions.

The operation of the keyless access

function is unstable.

The operating distance of the remote

keyless entry system is unstable.

The transmitter does not operate prop-

erly when used within the standard dis-
tance.

Replace the battery with a new one.

Safety precautions

CAUTION

Do not let dust, oil or water get on

or in the access key fob/transmit-
ter when replacing the battery.

Before replacing the battery, re-

move any static electricity.

Be careful not to touch or damage

the printed circuit board in the
access key fob/transmitter when
replacing the battery.

Be careful not to allow children to

touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could

swallow them.

There is a danger of an explosion

if the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of the
battery.

Batteries should not be exposed

to excessive heat such as bright
sunlight, fire or the like.

NOTE

Replace only with the same or

equivalent type of battery recom-
mended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used batteries according

to local laws.

Mount the battery in the correct

orientation to prevent fluid leakage.
Be careful not to bend the terminals. It
may result in a malfunction.

It is recommended that the battery

be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.

Use a new battery.

After replacing the battery, confirm

that the transmitter functions properly.

Replacing battery of access
key fob

CAUTION

When removing or reinstalling the
access key fob cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.

Battery: Button battery CR2032 or
equivalent

Release button

Emergency key

1. Take out the emergency key.

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2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to
remove the cover.

3. Take out the battery using a flat-head
screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.

4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+)
side facing upward as shown in the figure.

5. Attach the cover to the access key fob
by fitting the projections and recesses
together.

Replacing transmitter battery

Battery: Button battery CR1620 or
equivalent

1. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth. Open the key head using a
flat-head screwdriver.

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2. Remove the transmitter case from the
key head.

3. Open the transmitter case by releasing
the hooks.

Negative (−) side facing up

4. Replace the old battery with a new
battery making sure to install the new
battery with the negative (−) side facing up.
5. Put together the transmitter case by
fitting the hooks on the case.
6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the
key head.
7. Refit the removed half of the key head.

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12-1. Specifications ............................................... 484

Dimensions ........................................................ 484
Engine................................................................ 485
Fuel.................................................................... 485
Engine oil ........................................................... 486
Front differential and rear differential gear oil ..... 488
Fluids ................................................................. 489
Engine coolant ................................................... 489
Electrical system ................................................ 490

Tires .................................................................. 490
Temporary spare tires ........................................ 490
Brake pedal........................................................ 491
Brake disc ......................................................... 491
Brake pad .......................................................... 491

12-2. Bulb chart ......................................................492

Safety precautions ............................................. 492
Bulb chart .......................................................... 493

12-3. Vehicle identification.....................................495

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12-1. Specifications

These specifications are subject to change without notice.

Dimensions

in (mm)

Item

Overall length

196.8 (4,998)

Overall width

76.0 (1,930)

Overall height

71.6 (1,819)

Wheel base

113.8 (2,890)

Tread

Front

64.4 (1,635)

Rear

64.2 (1,630)

Ground clearance*

8.7 (220)

*1: Measured with vehicle empty

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Engine

Engine model

FA24 (2.4 L, DOHC, turbo)

Engine type

Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke direct injection gasoline engine

Displacement cu-in (cc)

146 (2,387)

Bore

Stroke in (mm)

3.70

3.39 (94.0

86.0)

Compression ratio

10.6 : 1

Firing order

1 – 3 – 2 – 4

Fuel

Fuel requirement

Fuel tank capacity

Unleaded gasoline with 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher

19.3 US gal (73 liters, 16.1 Imp gal)

For more details, refer to “

Fuel”

P315.

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Specifications

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Engine oil

For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to “Engine oil”

P450.

NOTE

The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by a properly-trained expert. It is recommended
that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer.

Approved engine oil

Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer.
If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.

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Alternative engine oil

If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used.

NOTE

Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.

Oil grade

SAE viscosity No. and

applicable temperature

Engine oil capacity

API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) classification

with the

words “RESOURCE CONSER-
VING”,

SN PLUS

with the words

“RESOURCE CONSERVING” or

with the words “RESOURCE

CONSERVING”

ILSAC (International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee)

GF-5

GF-6A

, which can

be identified with the ILSAC
certification mark (Starburst
mark)

0W-20 synthetic

oil is the required oil

for optimum engine performance and
protection. Conventional oil may be
used if synthetic oil is unavailable.

*: If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available,

5W-30 conventional oil may be used
if replenishment is needed but should
be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at
the next oil change.

– Adding the oil from low level to

full level:
1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt)

– Changing the oil and oil filter:

4.8 US qt (4.5 liters, 4.0 Imp qt)

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Front differential and rear differential gear oil

Oil

Front differential gear oil

Rear differential gear oil

Oil grade

SUBARU Extra MT*

API classification GL-5 (75W-90)

Oil capacity*

1.3 US qt (1.2 liters, 1.1 Imp qt)

0.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt)

Remarks*

“

Front differential gear oil and rear differential gear oil”

P457

*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other

factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.

*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
*3: The vehicle is filled at the factory with this type of oil.

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Fluids

Fluid

Fluid type*

Fluid capacity*

Remarks*

Continuously variable
transmission fluid

Consult your SUBARU dealer.

Models with air-cooled continuously variable transmission fluid
cooler: 12.7 US qt (12.0 liters, 10.6 Imp qt)*

Models without air-cooled continuously variable transmission fluid
cooler: 12.3 US qt (11.6 liters, 10.2 Imp qt)*

“

Continuously variable

transmission fluid”

P456

Brake fluid

FMVSS No. 116, DOT 3
or DOT 4 brake fluid

—

“

Brake fluid”

P457

*1: Use one of the indicated types of fluid.
*2: The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other

factors.

*3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
*4: Continuously variable transmission type TR690SXXXX (To check the model number label for the continuously variable transmission type, refer to

“

Vehicle identification”

P495.)

*5: Continuously variable transmission type TR690GXXXX (To check the model number label for the continuously variable transmission type, refer to

“

Vehicle identification”

P495.)

Engine coolant

Coolant capacity

Coolant type

11.7 US qt (11.1 liters, 9.8 Imp qt)

SUBARU SUPER COOLANT

The indicated coolant quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. For more details about maintenance and service, refer to “

Cooling system”

P452.

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Electrical system

Battery type

75D23L

Alternator

12 V - 190 A

Spark plugs

SILKFR8A6 (NGK)

Tires

Tire size

245/60R18 105H

245/50R20 102H

Wheel size

7 1/2J

Pressure

Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

)

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

)

Rear

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

)

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

)

Wheel nut tightening torque

89 lbf·ft (120 N·m, 12 kgf·m)*

*1: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) at the end of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel nuts

by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible. For the wheel nut tightening procedure,
refer to “

Changing a flat tire”

P418.

Temporary spare tires

Temporary spare tire size

T165/90 D18

Temporary spare tire inflation pressure
(recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

)

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Brake pedal

in (mm)

Pedal clearance

2.68 (68)*

Pedal free play

0.016 - 0.07 (0.4 - 1.8)

*1: Minimum value when pedal is operated with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf)

Brake disc

If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult your
SUBARU dealer.

Brake pad

in (mm)

Brake pad wear limit

Front

0.063 (1.6)

Rear

0.059 (1.5)

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12-2. Bulb chart

Safety precautions

WARNING

Bulbs may become very hot while
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs,
turn off the lights and wait until the
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is
a risk of sustaining a burn injury.

CAUTION

Replace any bulb only with a new
bulb of the specified wattage. Using
a bulb of different wattage could
result in a fire.

Bulb chart

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Bulb chart

NOTE

Lights A, B, C, D, E, F and G are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.

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