2004 SUBARU FORESTER brake fluid

IDI-2
INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO
General Description
1. General Description
A: SPECIFICATION
B: CAUTION
 Be careful not to damage meters and instrument panel.
 Be careful not to damage meter glasses.
 Make sure that electrical connector is connected securely.
 After installation, make sure that each meter operates normally.
 Use gloves to avoid damage and getting fingerprints on the glass surface and meter surfaces.
 Do not apply excessive force to the printed circuit.
 Do not drop or otherwise apply impact.
C: PREPARATION TOOL
1. GENERAL TOOL
Combination meterSpeedometer Electric pulse type
Temperature gauge Cross coil type
Fuel gauge Cross coil type
Tachometer Electric pulse type
Turn signal indicator light 14 V — 2 W
Charge indicator light 14 V — 1.4 W
Oil pressure indicator light LED
ABS warning light 14 V — 1.4 W
Malfunction indicator light LED
HI-beam indicator light 14 V — 2 W
Door open warning light LED
Seat belt warning light LED
Brake fluid and parking brake warning
light14 V — 2 W
FWD indicator light LED
AIRBAG warning light LED
Meter illumination light 14 V — 3.4 W, 14 V — 2 W
AT OIL TEMP. warning light LED
LO indicator light LED
HOLD indicator light LED
Immobilizer indicator light LED
Rear differential oil temperature warn-
ing light14 V — 2 W
Cruise indicator light 14 V — 1.4 W
Rear fog light indicator light 14 V — 2 W
POWER indicator light 14 V — 1.4 W
Low fuel warning light LED
AT select lever position indicator light 14 V — 100 mA
LCD back light 14 V — 1.4 W
TOOL NAME REMARKS
Circuit tester Used for measuring resistance and voltage.

SPC-4
SPECIFICATION
Forester
F: SUSPENSION
G: BRAKE
★: RHD model
H: TIRE
I: CAPACITY
★1: With oil pump★2: MT model with oil cooler Included★3: Model with ATF warmer Front Macpherson strut type, Independent, Coil spring
Rear Dual-link type, Independent, Coil spring
Model 2.0 L Non-turbo, 2.5 L Non-turbo
2.0 L Turbo, 2.5 L Non-turbo
★, 2.5 L Non-turbo
Service brake system Dual circuit hydraulic with vacuum suspended power unit
Front Ventilated disc brake
Rear Drum brake Disc brake
Parking brake Mechanical on rear brakes
Rim size 15×6J 16×6 1/2J
Tire size 205/70 R15 95H 215/60 R16 95V, P215/60 R16 94H
Type Steel belted radial, Tubeless
Model 2.0 L Non-turbo 2.0 L Turbo 2.5 L Non-turbo 2.5 L Turbo
Tr a n s m i s s i o n 5 M T 4 AT 5 M T 4 AT 5 M T 4 AT 5 M T 4 AT
Fuel tank2 (US gal, Imp gal) 60 (15.9, 13.2)
Engine oil
(When
replacing)2 (US qt, Imp qt) Approx. 4.0 (4.2, 3.5)
Tr a n s m i s -
sion gear oil2 (US qt, Imp qt)4.0
(4.2, 3.5)—3.5
(3.7, 3.1),
3.9
(4.1, 3.4)
★1
—4.0
(4.2, 3.5)—3.5
(3.7, 3.1)—
AT F2 (US qt, Imp qt) —8.4
(8.9, 7.4)—9.3
(9.8, 8.2)—9.3
(9.8, 8.2)—9.3
(9.8, 8.2)
Front differ-
ential gear
oil2 (US qt, Imp qt) —1.2
(1.3, 1.1)—1.2
(1.3, 1.1)—1.2
(1.3, 1.1)—1.2
(1.3, 1.1)
Rear differ-
ential gear
oil2 (US qt, Imp qt) 0.8 (0.8, 0.6)
Pow er
steering
fluid2 (US qt, Imp qt) 0.7 (0.7, 0.6)
Engine
coolant2 (US qt, Imp qt)6.6
(7.0, 5.8)6.5
(6.9, 5.7),
6.9
(7.3, 6.1)
★3
7.4
(7.8, 6.5)7.3
(7.7, 6.4)
★2
6.9
(7.3, 6.1)6.8
(7.2, 6.0)7.4
(7.8, 6.5)7.3
(7.7, 6.4)

PC-2
PRECAUTION
Precaution
1. Precaution
A: PRECAUTION
Please clearly understand and adhere to the follow-
ing general precautions. They must be strictly fol-
lowed to avoid minor or serious injury to the person
doing the work or people in the area.
1. ABS
Handle the ABS as a total system. Do not disas-
semble or attempt to repair individual parts. Doing
so could prevent the ABS system from operating
when needed or cause it to operate incorrectly and
result in injury.
2. BRAKE FLUID
If brake fluid gets in your eyes or on your skin, do
the following:
 Wash out your eyes and seek immediate medical
attention.
 Wash your skin with soap and then rinse thor-
oughly with water.
3. RADIATOR FAN
The radiator fan may rotate without warning, even
when the engine is not on. Do not place your hand,
cloth, tools, or other items near the fan at any time.
4. ROAD TESTS
Always conduct road tests in accordance with traf-
fic rules and regulations to avoid bodily injury and
interrupting traffic.
5. AIRBAG
To prevent bodily injury from unexpected deploy-
ment of airbags and unnecessary maintenance, fol-
low the instructions in this manual when performing
maintenance on airbag components or nearby, and
airbag wiring harnesses or nearby.
To prevent unexpected deployment, perform the
steps below and then wait at least 20 seconds to
discharge electricity before beginning work.
 Step 1: Turn the ignition switch OFF.
 Step 2: Disconnect the ground cable from bat-
tery.
6. AIRBAG DISPOSAL
To prevent bodily injury from unexpected airbag
deployment, do not dispose airbag modules in the
same way as other refuse. Follow all government
regulations concerning disposal of refuse.
7. AIRBAG MODULE
Adhere to the following when handling and storing
the airbag module to prevent bodily injury from un-
expected deployment:
 Do not hold the harnesses or connectors to carry
module.
 Do not face the bag in the direction that it opens
towards yourself or other people.
 Do not face the bag in the direction that it opens
towards the floor or walls.
8. AIRBAG SPECIAL TOOLS
To prevent unexpected deployment, only use spe-
cial tools.
9. WINDOW
Always wear safety glasses when working around
any glass to prevent glass fragments from damag-
ing your eyes.
10.WINDOW ADHESIVE
Always use the recommended or alternative adhe-
sive when attaching glass to prevent it from coming
loose and falling, resulting in accidents and injury.

RM-5
RECOMMENDED MATERIAL
Recommended Materials
4. FLUID
Use the fluids specified in the table below. Do not mix two different kinds or makes of fluid.
5. COOLANT
Use genuine coolant to protect the engine.
6. REFRIGERANT
Standard air conditioners on Subaru vehicles use HFC134a refrigerant. Do not mix it with other refrigerants.
Also, do not use any air compressor oil except for ZXL200PG.
7. GREASE
Use the grease and supplementary lubricants shown in the table below.
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature SAE J300
Manual transmission oil, front differential oil and rear differential oil
Fluid Recommended Alternative Remarks
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON III — —
Power steering fluid DEXRON III — —
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 FMVSS No. 116 DOT4 —
Clutch fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 FMVSS No. 116 DOT4 —
Coolant Recommended Item number Alternative
Coolant SUBARU coolant 000016218 None
Water for dilution Distilled water — Tap water (Soft water)
Air conditioner Recommended Item number Alternative
Refrigerant HFC134a — None
Compressor oil ZXL200PG — None
Grease Application point Recommended Item number Alternative
Supplementary lubricants  Oxygen sensor
 Bolts, etc.SUBARU CRC 004301003 —
RM-00004 (F)–22 –4 14 50 68 86 104 (C)–30 –20 –100
10 20 30 40
85W
75W-9080W90
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PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
B: PDI PROCEDURE
Follow the procedures shown in the table below.
Static Checks Just After Vehicle Receipt
Step Check point
1. Appearance check (1) If the vehicle is covered with protective coating, visually check the vehicle
body for damage and dents. If the protective coating has been removed,
visually check the body paints for small areas of damage or stains.
(2) Visually check the glass and light lenses for any damage and cracks or
excessive gaps to the body sheet metal.
(3) Visually check the plated parts for any damage.
2. Tire check (1) Check the tires for damage, abnormal conditions, and dents on the
wheels.
(2) Check the tire air pressure.
3. Fuse installation If the vehicle is about to be delivered to the customer, attach a room light
fuse.
4. Connection of air conditioner harness If the vehicle is about to be delivered to the customer, connect the air condi-
tioner harness.
5. Check the doors for lock/unlock and open/close
operations.(1) Using the key, check if the door can be locked and unlocked normally.
(2) Open and close all doors to see that there are no abnormal conditions.
6. Operation check of double lock Check that the double lock operates normally.
7. Operation check of the child safety lock system. Check the child safety lock system operates normally.
8. Check the rear gate for lock/unlock and open/
close operations.(1) Check if the rear gate can be unlocked normally from the emergency
door.
(2) Open and close the rear gate to see that there are no abnormal condi-
tions.
(3) Operate the power door locking switch to check that the rear gate is
locked and unlocked normally.
9. Operation check of fuel lid opener lock release
leverOperate the fuel lid opener to check that the fuel lid is unlocked normally.
10. Accessory check Check that the following accessories are provided:
 Owner’s manual
 Warranty booklet
 Service booklet
 Spare key
Jack
Tool set
 Spare tire
11. Operation check of hood lock release system Operate the hood lock release lever to check that the hood opens normally.
12. Battery Check the battery for any abnormal conditions such as rust and trace of bat-
tery fluid leaks.
13. Brake fluid Check the fluid amount.
14. Engine oil Check the oil amount.
15. Transmission fluid (1) Check the fluid amount.
(2) For AT, check the front differential oil.
16. AT front differential oil Check the AT front differential oil amount.
17. Coolant Check the coolant amount.
18. Clutch fluid Check the clutch fluid amount.
19. Window washer fluid Check the window washer fluid amount.
20. Hood latch check Check that the hood is closed and latched securely.
21. Keyless entry system Check that the keyless entry system operates normally.
22. Security system Check that the security system operates normally.
23. Seat (1) Check the seat surfaces for smears or dirt.
(2) Check the seat installation conditions and functionality.
24. Seat belt Check the seat belt installation conditions and functionality.
25. Wheel alignment Check that the wheel alignments are properly adjusted.

PI-4
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
Checks with the Engine Running
Dynamic Test with the Vehicle Running
Checks after Dynamic Test
Step Check point
26. Test mode connectors Test mode connectors
27. Starting condition Start the engine and check that the engine starts smoothly.
28. Exhaust system Check that the exhaust noise is normal and no leaks are found.
29. Indicator light Check that all the indicator lights operate normally.
30. Clock Check that the clock operates normally.
31. Radio Check that the radio system operates normally.
32. Front accessory power supply socket Check that the front accessory power supply socket operates normally.
33. Lighting system Check that the lighting systems operate normally.
34. Window washer Check that the window washer system operates normally.
35. Wiper Check that the wiper system operates normally.
36. Power window operation check Check the power window for correct operations.
Step Check point
37. Brake test Check that the foot brake operates normally.
38. Parking brake Check that the parking brake operates normally.
39. AT shift control Check the AT shift patterns are correct.
40. Heater & ventilation Check that the heater & ventilation system operates normally.
41. Air conditioner Check that the air conditioner operates normally.
42. Speed control Check that the speed control operates normally.
Step Check point
43. ATF level Check that the ATF level is normal.
44. Power steering fluid level Check that the power steering fluid level is normal.
45. Fluid leak check Check for fluid/oil leaks.
46. Water leak check Spray the vehicle with water and check for water leaks.
47. Appearance check 2 (1) Remove the protective coating (wrap guard).(if any)
(2) Check the body paints for damage and smears.
(3) Check the plated parts for damage and rust.

PI-8
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
11.OPERATION CHECK OF HOOD LOCK
RELEASE SYSTEM
Operate the hood release knob and check that the
hood is unlocked normally.
Operate the lever (A) and check that the hood is
opened normally. Then support the hood with hood
stay.
12.BATTERY
Check the battery terminals to make sure that no
rust or corrosions due to fluid leaks are found.
Check that the battery caps are securely tightened.
13.BRAKE FLUID
Check the brake fluid amount. If the amount is in-
sufficient, carry out a brake line test to identify
brake fluid leaks and check the brake operation. Af-
ter that, refill the brake fluid tank with the specified
type of fluid.
14.ENGINE OIL
Check the engine oil amount. If the amount is insuf-
ficient, check that no leaks are found. Then, add
the necessary amount of the specified engine oil.
PI-00071
PI-00082
(A)
(A) Cap
(B) Upper level
(C) Lower level
(A) Engine oil level gauge
(B) Engine oil filler cap
(C) Notch mark
(D) Upper level
(E) Lower level
(F) Approx. 12 (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt)
PI-00012
(A)
(B)
(C)
PM-00181
(A)(B)
(D)
(E) (F)(C)

PI-11
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
29.CLOCK
Check the clock for normal operations and enough
accuracy.
30.RADIO
Check the radio for full functionality and normal
noise level. Also check the CD unit operations.
31.FRONT ACCESSORY POWER SUPPLY
SOCKET
Check the front accessory power supply socket op-
erations.
32.LIGHTING SYSTEM
 Check the headlight operations.
 Check the brake light operations.
 Check the other lights for normal operations.
33.WINDOW WASHER
Check that the window washer system injects
washer fluid to the specified area of windshield
shown in the figure.
Front injection position:
A: 350 mm (13.78 in)
B: 150 mm (5.91 in)
C: 275 mm (10.83 in)
D: 600 mm (23.62 in)Rear injection position:
A: 35 mm (1.38 in)
B: 72
°
34.WIPER
Check the front and rear wipers for normal opera-
tions.
35.POWER WINDOW OPERATION CHECK
Manipulate the power window switches one by one
to check that each of the power windows goes up
and down with no noises.
36.BRAKE TEST
Check the foot brake for normal operations.
37.PARKING BRAKE
Check the parking brake for normal operations.
38.AT SHIFT CONTROL
1) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
2) Check that the select lever can not be moved
from “P” range when brake pedal is not depressed.
3) Check that the select lever can be moved from
“P” range when brake pedal is depressed.
4) Select the select lever to except “P” range.
5) Check that the ignition key can not be removed
from ignition switch when ignition switch is turned
to OFF.
WW-00107
(A) (A)
(B) (B)
(C)
(D)
(1) Nozzle
PI-00081
(1)
A
B