2006 SUBARU BAJA cooling

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even when the engine is stopped.
„ When you do checking or servicing in
the engine compartment while the en-
gine is running
A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your
fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away
from the cooling fan, belts and any other mov-
ing engine parts. Removing rings, watches and
ties is advisable.
Engine hoodEngine
Hood0
To open the hood:
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, re-
turn them to their original positions.
2. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument
panel.
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API classification SM (or SL):
SAE viscosity No.:
30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50
Cooling systemCooling system
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until
the engine has been shut off and has cooled
down completely. Since the coolant is under
pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a
spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is re-
moved.
yThe cooling system has been filled at the fac-
tory with a high quality, corrosion-inhibiting,
year-around coolant which provides protection
against freezing down to –33 °F (–36 °C). For
adding, use genuine SUBARU coolant or an
equivalent: a mixture of 50% soft water and 50%
ethylene-glycol basis coolant. Use of improper
coolants may result in corrosion in the cooling
system. It is important to maintain protection
against freezing and corrosion, even if freezing
temperatures are not expected. Never mix dif-
ferent kinds of coolant. y Do not splash the engine coolant over paint-

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Maintenance and service
ed parts. The alcohol contained in the engine
coolant may damage the paint surface.
„ Hose and connections
„Hose and connectionsYour vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is
thermostatically controlled to operate when the engine
coolant reaches a s pecific temperature.
If the radiator cooling f an does not operate even when
the engine coolant temperature gauge exceeds the
normal operating range, the cooling fan circuit may be
defective. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system
checked by your SUBARU dealer.
If frequent addition of coolant is necessary, there may
be a leak in th e engine cooling syst em. It is recom-
mended that the cooling system and connections be
checked for leaks, damage, or looseness. „
Engine coolant
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Engine
„ Coolant
TChecking the coolant level
1) “FULL” level mark
2) “LOW” level mark
Check the coolant level at each fuel stop.
1. Check the coolant level on the outside of the reser-
voir 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, remove the radiator cap and re-
fill as required.
FULL
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1) Rubber gaskets
3. After refilling the reserve tank and the radiator, re-
install the caps and check that the rubber gaskets in-
side the radiator cap are in the proper position.
y Be careful not to spill engine coolant when
adding it. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe, it
may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe, be
sure to wipe it off.y Do not splash the engine coolant over paint-
ed parts. The alcohol contained in the engine
coolant may damage the paint surface.
T Changing the coolant
Always add genuine SUBARU cooling system condi-
tioner whenever the coolant is replaced.
Change the engine coolant and add genuine SUBARU cooling system cond itioner using the following proce-
dures according to the maintenance schedule in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
1. Remove the under cover.
Non-turbo models
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Turbo models
1) Filler neck
2) Fill up to here
4. Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to just below the
filler neck, allowing enough room to add genuine
SUBARU cooling system cond itioner in the radiator.
Add genuine SUBARU coolin g system conditioner un-
til the coolant level reaches the filler neck. Do not pour
the coolant too quickly, as this may lead to insufficient
air bleeding and trapped air in the system.
Coolant capacity (Guideline):
Non-turbo models: MT. 7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt)
AT. 7.1 US qt (6.7 liters, 5.9 Imp qt)
Turbo models: MT. 8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt)
AT. 8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)
yBe careful not to spill engine coolant when
adding it. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe, it
may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.y Do not splash the engine coolant over paint-
ed parts. The alcohol contained in the engine
coolant may damage the paint surface.
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Specifications
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Fuse panelFuse ratingCircuit
120A (Non-tur-
bo)yRadiator cooling fan (Main)
30A (Turbo)
220A (Non-tur-
bo)yRadiator cooling fan (Sub)
30A (Turbo)
330AyABS motor
420AyRear window defogger
515AyHazard warning flasher
y Horn
615AyMeter
y SRS airbag system warning light
710AyAutomatic transmis- sion control unit
y ABS UNIT
810AyAlternator
915AyHeadlight (right side)
1015AyHeadlight (left side)
1120AyLighting switch
1215AyClock
y Interior light
Fuse panelFuse ratingCircuit

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Index
Cargo
Bed ............................................................... 6-16
Lamp ............................................................. 6-20
Lamp indicator light ...................................... 3-18
Net hooks ..................................................... 6-13
Tie-down hooks ............................................ 6-17
Catalytic converter ............ ................................... 8-4
Center Console .......................................................... 6-5
Ventilators ....................................................... 4-2
Changing
Flat tire .......................................................... 9-12
Oil and oil filter ............................................ 11-12
Charge warning light ......................................... 3-13 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction
indicator lamp .... ............................................ 3-12
Checking Brake pedal free play .................................. 11-42
Brake pedal reserve distance ..................... 11-43
Clutch function ................ ............................ 11-43
Clutch pedal free play ................................. 11-44
Engine oil level ............... ............................ 11-10
Fluid level ................. 11-29, 11-36, 11-38, 11-40
Gear oil level ................ .................... 11-32, 11-33
Child restraint system s ...................................... 1-28
Installation with seatbelt ............................... 1-32
Lower and tether anchorages ....................... 1-40 Child safety ............................................................. 5
Locks ............ .......................................... ...... 2-24
Chime Key ................................................................. 3-4
Seatbelt ............................................... 1-17, 3-11
Cigarette lighter socket ........................................ 6-9
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ......................................... 10-4
Fog light lens ................................................ 10-4
Interior .......................................................... 10-6
Ventilator grille .............................................. 4-11
Clock ................................................................. 3-19
Clutch fluid ....................................................... 11-40
Clutch pedal .................................................... 11-43
Coat hook .......................................................... 6-13
Coin compartment ............................................... 6-6
Convenience hook ............................................. 6-13
Cooling system ....... ......................................... 11-17
Corrosion protection .......... ................................ 10-5
Cover Soft bed ........................................................ 6-21
Cruise control .................................................... 7-37
Set indicator light .......................................... 3-18
Cup holder ........................................................... 6-7 D Daytime running li ght system .......... .................. 3-21