2004 SUBARU IMPREZA automatic transmission fluid

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Maintenance and service
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!2.0 liter (Turbo) model
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HGB005CB
1) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Dif-
ferential gear oil level gauge
(AT) (page 11-33)
2) Air cleaner element (page 11- 23)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11- 38)
4) Automatic transmission fluid lev-
el gauge (page 11-31)
5) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-
37)
6) Windshield washer tank (page 11-54)
7) Fuse box (page 11-60)
8) Battery (page 11-58)
9) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-11)
10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-19)
11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-
11)
12) Radiator cap (page 11-19)
13) Power steering fluid reservoir
(page 11-36)

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Maintenance and service
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Automatic transmission fluid !Checking the fluid level
The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as
its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to
fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different
scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid
on the dipstick.
Though the fluid level can be checked without warm-
ing up the fluid on the “COLD” range, we recommend
checking the fluid level when the fluid is at operating
temperature. ! Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temper-
ature of the transmission fluid up to normal operating
temperature; 158 to 176 °F (70 to 80 °C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the park-
ing brake.
3. First shift the selector lever in each position. Then
shift it in the “P” position, and run the engine at idling
speed. 1) Yellow handle
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Maintenance and service
A) HOT range
B) COLD range
1) Upper level
2) Lower level
4. Pull out the dipstick 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. ! Checking the fluid level when the fluid is cold
When the fluid level has to be checked without time to
warm up the automatic transmission, check to see that
the fluid level is between the lower level and upper lev-
el on the “COLD” range. If it is below that range, add fluid up to the upper level. Be careful not to overfill. !
Recommended fluid
“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission FluidLF
LF
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B A
HGB061BB

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Maintenance and service
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Be careful not to burn yourself because the flu-id may be hot.
"When power steering fluid is being added,
use only clean fluid, and be careful not to allow
any dirt into the tank. And never use different
brands together.
" Avoid spilling fluid when adding it in the tank.
! Recommended fluid
“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake fluid !Checking the fluid level
1) “MAX” level mark
2) “MIN” level mark
Check the fluid level monthly.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir. If
the level is below “MIN”, add the recommended brake
fluid to “MAX”.
Use only brake fluid from a sealed container.
MAXMAX
MINMIN
HGB056GB
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Specifications !
Capacities
AT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmission
Fuel tank15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
Engine oil2.5-liter engine model4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
2.0-liter turbo engine model4.8 US qt (4.5 liters, 4.0 Imp qt)
2.5-liter turbo engine model
Transmission oil (MT)5 speed3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt)
6 speed4.3 US qt (4.1 liters, 3.6 Imp qt)
Transmission oil (AT)10.0 US qt (9.5 liters, 8.4 Imp qt)
Power steering gear fluid0.7 US qt (0.7 liter, 0.6 Imp qt)
Engine coolant2.5-liter engine modelMT7.4 US qt (7.0 liters, 6.2 Imp qt)
AT7.3 US qt (6.9 liters, 6.1 Imp qt)
2.0-liter turbo engine modelMT8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt)
AT8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)
2.5-liter turbo engine modelMT8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt)

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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
...............................7-30
Warning light ................................................. 3-23, 7-31
Accessories ......................................................... 5-3, 11-63
Accessory power outlet ...................................6-9, 6-11
Active head restraint .................................................. 1-6
Air cleaner element ..................................................... 11-23
Air conditioner operation ..........................................4-9
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-20
Air flow selection .......................................................... 4-2
Aluminum wheels ........................................................ 11-53
Ambient temperature gauge .........................3-11, 3-18
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...............................7-30
Arming the system ...................................................... 2-15
Armrest ............................................................................ 1-9
Ashtray ............................................................................. 6-12
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ......................3-22
Audio set ......................................................................... 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror /compass .............................3-44
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ....................................................................... 1-15
Automatic transmission ............................................. 7-21
Capacities ................................................................. 12-4
Fluid ............................................................................ 11-31
Selector lever .......................................................... 7-22
Shift lock release ................................................... 7-26Temperature warning light
.................................3-22
BBattery ............................................................................... 11-58
Jump starting ........................................................... 9-14
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) .................................................................... 2-9
Brake Booster ....................................................................... 11-40
Fluid ............................................................................. 11-37
Pad and lining .......................................................... 11-42
Pedal ........................................................................... 11-40
Brake system ................................................................. 7-29
Warning light ............................................................ 3-24
Braking .............................................................................. 7-28
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings .11-43
Tips .............................................................................. 7-28
Brake pedal
Free play .................................................................... 11-40
Reserve distance ................................................... 11-41
Bulb
Chart ............................................................................ 12-9
Replacing ................................................................... 11-64
C
Capacities ........................................................................ 12-4

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Index
Front
........................................................................... 11-33
Rear ............................................................................ 11-34
Dimensions .................................................................... 12-2
Disarming the system ................................................ 2-17
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............7-29
Dome light ............................................................ 6-2, 11-77
Door locks ....................................................................... 2-3
Door open warning lights .........................................3-25
Drive belts ....................................................................... 11-27
Driver’s control center differential ........................7-18
Auto indicator light ................................................ 3-26
Indicator light .......................................................... 3-27
Driving
Drinking ..................................................................... 8
Drugs .......................................................................... 9
Foreign countries .................................................. 8-6
Mobile phone .......................................................... 10
Pets ............................................................................. 10
Tips ........................................................... 7-14, 7-17, 8-7
Tired or sleepy ........................................................ 9
Snowy and icy roads ............................................ 8-13
E
EBD (Electronic brake force distribution) system ......................................................................... 7-32
Electrical system .......................................................... 12-3Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
system .......................................................................... 7-32
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ...................1-14
Engine Compartment overview ........................................11-8
Coolant ....................................................................... 11-19
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .....................8, 8-3
Hood ............................................................................ 11-5
Oil ................................................................................. 11-11
Overheating .............................................................. 9-16
Starting ....................................................................... 7-9
Stopping ..................................................................... 7-11
Exterior care ................................................................... 10-2
F
Flat tires ............................................................................ 9-5
Floor mat .......................................................................... 6-13
Fluid level
Automatic transmission .......................................11-31
Brake ........................................................................... 11-37
Clutch .......................................................................... 11-38
Power steering ........................................................ 11-36
Fog light switch ............................................................. 3-35
Folding down the rear seat .......................................1-12
Front Differential gear oil ................................................. 11-33
Fog light ..................................................................... 11-73

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Index
Windows
.................................................................... 2-22
Printed antenna ............................................................ 5-2
R
Rear Combination lights ................................................ 11-74
Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-34
Differential oil temperature warning light .....3-22
Gate ............................................................................ 2-29
Seats ........................................................................... 1-8
Rear seat
Folding down (Wagon) ........................................ 1-12
Rear window Defogger switch ..................................................... 3-40
Wiper and washer switch ...................................3-39
Recommended Automatic transmission fluid .............................11-32
Brake fluid ................................................................. 11-37
Clutch fluid ................................................................ 11-39
OIL grade and viscosity .........11-16, 11-18, 11-30,
11-33, 11-35
Power steering fluid .............................................. 11-37
Spark plugs .............................................................. 11-26
Remote keyless entry system ................................2-6
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................ 11-42
Windshield wiper blades .....................................11-55Replacing
Air cleaner element .............................................. 11-23
Battery (remote keyless entry system) .........2-9
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) .....2-10
Replacing bulbs ............................................................ 11-64
Cargo area light ..................................................... 11-77
Dome light ................................................................ 11-77
Front fog light .......................................................... 11-73
Front turn signal light ........................................... 11-69
Headlight ................................................................... 11-66
High mount stop light ........................................... 11-78
License plate light ................................................. 11-76
Map light .................................................................... 11-77
Parking light ............................................................. 11-70
Rear combination light ........................................11-74
Trunk light ................................................................. 11-78
REV indicator light and buzzer ..............................3-12
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-16
Roof rail and crossbar ............................................... 8-21
SSeat Fabric ......................................................................... 10-6
Heater ........................................................................ 1-7
Seatbelt ............................................................................ 6
Maintenance ............................................................ 1-27
Pretensioners .......................................................... 1-27