Check the fluid level monthly.
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the transmission fluid up to normal operating temperature; 158 to 1768F (70 to 808C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
3. First shift the select lever in each position. Then shift it in the “P” position, and run the engine at idling speed.

1) Yellow handle

1) HOT range
2) COLD range
3) Upper level
4) Lower level
4. Pull out the level gauge and check the fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended automatic transmission fluid up to the upper level.
See also:
SCAN (only when connecting USB storage device)
Scan is operated in the same way a CD is
played. For details, refer to “Scan (type A,
B and C audio)”.
NOTE
When an iPod® is connected, you
cannot select the SCAN mode. ...
Non-turbo models
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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 sl ...
