2002 SUBARU FORESTER fuel cap

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NOTE
For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo. Vehicle capacity weight
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The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by avail-
able cargo space. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is
shown as the Vehicle Capacity Weight on the tire information label at-
tached to the driver ’s side door jamb. It includes the total weight of driver
and all passengers and their belongings, any optional equipment such
as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a
trailer.

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GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and
Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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The certification label attached to the driver ’s side door shows GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).
The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR. GVW is
the combined total of weight of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers,
luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load. Therefore, theGVW changes depending on the situation. The GVWR equals Curb
Weight (actual weight of your vehicle – including standard equipment,
fluids, emergency tools and spare tire assembly) plus the vehicle capac-ity weight.
In addition, the total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never ex-
ceed the GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating
luggage inside the vehicle.Even if the total weight of your luggage is lower than the vehicle capacity
weight, either front or rear GAW may exceed the GAWR, depending onthe distribution of the luggage.
If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you should confirm that GVW and
front and rear GAWs are within the GVWR and GAWR by putting your
vehicle on a vehicle scale, found at a commercial weighing station.
Do not use replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals
because they may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement
tires with a higher load range than the originals do not increase the
GVWR and GAWR limitations.

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Engine compartment overview
2.5 liter models
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1 Manual transmission oil level
gauge (MT) (page 11-23) or
Differential gear oil level gauge
(AT) (page 11-26)
2 Air cleaner element (page 11-18)
3 Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-32)
4 Automatic transmission fluidlevel gauge (page 11-24)
5 Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-30)
6 Fuel filter 7
Windshield washer tank (page 11-47)
8 Fuse box (page 11-52)
9 Battery (page 11-51)
Q Engine oil filler cap (page 11-9)
W Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-15)
E Radiator cap (page 11-15)
R Engine oil level gauge (page 11-9)
T Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-29)

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3.0 liter models
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1 Air cleaner element (page 11-18)
2 Differential gear oil level gauge
(AT) (page 11-26)
3 Automatic transmission fluidlevel gauge (page 11-24)
4 Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-30)
5 Fuel filter
6 Windshield washer tank (page 11-47) 7
Fuse box (page 11-52)
8 Battery (page 11-51)
9 Engine oil filler cap (page 11-9)
Q Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-15)
W Engine oil level gauge (page 11-9)
E Radiator cap (page 11-15)
R Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-29)

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12. Reinstall the cover under the oil filter.
13. Pour the specified amount of engine oil through the filler neck.Oil capacity: 2.5 liter models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)3.0 liter models: 6.1 US qt (5.8 liters, 5.1 Imp qt)
14. Start the engine and make sure that no oil leaks appear around the filter ’s rubber seal.
15. Run the engine until it reaches the normal operating temperature.
Then stop the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil drain
back. Check the oil level again and if necessary, add more engine oil. Recommended grade and viscosity CAUTION
Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API classification SL or SJ with the words “ENERGY
CONSERVING II ” (if you cannot obtain the oil with SL
or SJ grade, you may use SH grade oil.) or the new API certification mark (Starburst mark) dis-
played on the container.
New API Certification Mark (Starburst Mark)API Service label
1
2
3
1 Indicates the oil quality by API designations
2 Indicates the SAE oil viscosity grade
3 Indicates that the oil has fuel saving capabilities

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Engine coolant Checking the coolant level
Check the coolant level at each fuel stop.
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1. Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the
engine is cool.
2. If the level is close to or lower than the “LOW” level mark, add
coolant up to the “FULL” level mark. If the reserve tank is empty, re-
move the radiator cap and refill as required.
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Rubber gaskets
3. After refilling the reserve tank and the radiator, reinstall the caps
and check that the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap are in the
proper position.

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tighten it to the specified torque.
Aluminum wheels (If equipped)
Aluminum wheels can be scratched and damaged easily. Handle them
carefully to maintain their appearance, performance, and safety. When any of the wheels is removed and replaced for tire rotation or to
change a flat, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving
approximatly 600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose, tighten it to the
specified torque. Never apply oil to the threaded parts, wheel nuts, or tapered surface
of the wheel. Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions or curbs.
Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and completely around the tire,
otherwise the chains may scratch the wheel. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be
sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminumwheels.
Windshield washer fluid
CAUTION
Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage.
Check the level of the washer fluid at each fuel stop. If the level is low, fill
the fluid up to the neck of the reservoir.Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use
clean water.
In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti-freeze type windshield
washer fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl
alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temperature varies
according to how much it is diluted, as indicated below.

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Spark plugs type RC10YC4 (Champion)BKR6E-11 (NGK) BKR5E-11 (NGK)
3.0 liter
Battery type and capacity 75D23L
Alternator 12V-100A
Spark plugs type PLFR6A-11 (NGK)
Capacities
Fuel tank 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal)
Engine oil 2.5 liter 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
3.0 liter 6.0 US qt (5.7 liters, 5.0 Imp qt)
Transmission oil (MT) 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt)
Transmission fluid (AT) 9.8 US qt (9.3 liters, 8.2 Imp qt)
AT differential gear oil 1.3 US qt (1.2 liters, 1.1 Imp qt)
Rear differential gear oil Brighton, L (AT) 0.9 US qt (0.9 liter, 0.8 Imp qt)
Others 0.8 US qt (0.8 liter, 0.7 Imp qt)
Power steering gear fluid 0.7 US qt (0.7 liter, 0.6 Imp qt)
Engine coolant 2.5 liter MT 7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt) AT 7.1 US qt (6.7 liters, 5.9 Imp qt)
3.0 liter 8.4 US qt (7.9 liters, 7.0 Imp qt)
Tires Legacy
Type Steel belted radial, Tubeless
Size Brighton P195/60R15 87H L P205/60R15 90H
GT P205/55R16 89H
Temporary spare T135/70D16
Pressure Front Brighton 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kg/cm 2
)
GT, L 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kg/cm 2
)
Rear Brighton 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kg/cm 2
)
GT, L 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kg/cm 2
)