2006 SUBARU BAJA power steering

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Maintenance and service
Engine compartment overviewEngine
Compartment overview
„ Non-turbo models
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1) Manual transmission oil level
gauge (MT) (page 11-27) or Dif-
ferential gear oil level gauge
(AT) (page 11-32)
2) Air cleaner element (page 11- 23)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-
40)
4) Automatic transmission fluid lev- el gauge (page 11-29)
5) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11- 38)
6) Windshield washer tank (page
11-53)
7) Fuse box (page 11-59)
8) Battery (page 11-58)
9) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-10)
10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18)
11) Radiator cap (page 11-18)
12) Engine oil level gauge (page 11- 10)
13) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-36)

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Maintenance and service
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„Turbo models
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1) Air cleaner element (page 11-
23)
2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-27) or Dif-
ferential gear oil level gauge
(AT) (page 11-32)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-
40)
4) Automatic transmission fluid lev- el gauge (page 11-29)
5) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11- 38)
6) Windshield washer tank (page
11-53)
7) Fuse box (page 11-59)
8) Battery (page 11-58)
9) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-10)
10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18)
11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11- 10)
12) Radiator cap (page 11-18)
13) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-36)

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Maintenance and service
The spark plugs should be replaced according to the
maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Mainte-
nance Booklet”. „
Recommended spark plugs
„Recommended
„ Spark plugs
Non-turbo models:
RC10YC4 (Champion)
BKR6E-11 (NGK)
BKR5E-11 (NGK)
Turbo models:
ILFR6B (NGK)
Drive beltsDrive belts
The alternator, power steering pump, and air condi-
tioner compressor depend on drive belts. Satisfactory
performance requires that belt tension be correct.
1) Power steering pump pulley
2) Air conditioner compressor pulley
3) Crank pulley
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3 A
B
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Maintenance and service
Oil grade:
API classification GL-5
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature
Power steering fluidPower
Steering fluid
Fluid level
Power steering
„ Checking the fluid level„Checking
„ Fluid level
1) Reservoir tank
Be careful not to burn yourself because the flu-id may be hot.
yWhen power steering fluid is being added,
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80W
75W/90 80 100
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85W 90
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Maintenance and service
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use only clean fluid, and be careful not to allow
any dirt into the tank . And never use different
brands together. y Avoid spilling fluid when adding it in the tank.
y Be careful not to spill power steering fluid
when adding it. If power steering fluid touches
the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell,
smoke, and/or a fire. If power steering fluid gets
on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
The power steering fluid expands greatly as its tem-
perature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid
temperature. Theref ore, the reservoir tank has two dif-
ferent checking ranges for hot and cold fluids.
Check the power steering fluid level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and stop the en-
gine. 1) Specified range
2. Check the fluid level of the reservoir tank.
When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has been run:
Check that the oil level is between “HOT MIN” and
“HOT MAX” on the surface of the reservoir tank.
When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is run: Check
that the oil level is between “COLD MIN” and “COLD
MAX” on the surface of the reservoir tank.
3. If the fluid level is lower than the applicable “MIN”
line, add the recommended fluid as necessary to bring
the level between the “MIN” and “MAX” line.
If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indicate possible
leakage. Consult your SUBARU dealer for an inspec-
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Maintenance and service
tion. „
Recommended fluid
„Recommended
„ Power steering fluid
“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake fluidBrake
Fluid
Fluid level
Brake
„ Checking the fluid level„Checking
„ Fluid level
yNever let brake fluid contact your eyes be-
cause brake fluid can be harmful to your eyes.
If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immediately
flush them thoroughly with clean water. For
safety, when performing this work, wearing eye
protection is advisable.y Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air.
Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous
loss of braking performance.y If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there
may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have
the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer.
y Never use different brands of brake fluid to-
gether. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4
brake fluids even if they are of the same brand.y When adding brake fluid, be careful not to al-
low any dirt into the reservoir.

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Specifications
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„Electrical system
„ Capacities
Battery type and capacity (5HR)MT55D23L (12-48AH)
AT75D23L (12-52AH)
Alternator12V-90A
Spark plugsNon-turboRC10YC4 (Champion)
BKR6E-11 (NGK)
BKR5E-11 (NGK)
TurboILFR6B (NGK)
Fuel tank16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal)
Engine oil4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 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 oil1.3 US qt (1.2 liters, 1.1 Imp qt)
Rear differential gear oil0.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt)
Power steering fluid0.7 US qt (0.7 liters, 0.6 Imp qt)
Engine coolantNon-turboMT7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt)
AT7.1 US qt (6.7 liters, 5.9 Imp qt)
TurboMT8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt)
AT8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)

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Index
Differential gear oil
Front ........................................................... 11-32
Rear ............................................................ 11-33
Dimensions ........................................................ 12-2
Disarming the system ............................... 2-21, 2-23
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............ 7-32
Dome light ................................................ 6-2, 11-78
Door ajar warning lights ..................................... 3-15
Door locks ........................................................... 2-3
Drive belts ....................................................... 11-26
Driving
Car phone/cell phone ........................................ 8
Drinking ............................................................. 7
Drugs ................................................................. 7
Foreign countries ............. ............................... 8-6
Pets ................................................................... 8
Snowy and icy roads .................................... 8-13
Tips ..................................... 7-14, 7-19, 7-29, 8-7
Tired or sleepy ................................................... 8
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Electrical system . ........................................... ... 12-3
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................. 1-16
Engine
Compartment overview ................................. 11-8
Coolant ....................................................... 11-18
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .................... 8-3 Hood ............................................................. 11-5
Oil ............................................................... 11-10
Overheating .................................................. 9-21
Starting ........................................................... 7-9
Stopping ....................................................... 7-11
Exterior care ..................... ................................. 10-2
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Flat tires ............................................................ 9-12
Floor mat ........................................................... 6-15
Fluid level Automatic transmission ..... ......................... 11-29
Brake .......................................................... 11-38
Clutch ......................................................... 11-40
Power steering ........................................... 11-36
Folding down the rear seat ................................ 1-10
Front Differential gear oil ..................................... 11-32
Fog light ...................................................... 11-70
Fog light button ............................................. 3-24
Seatbelt pretensioners ................................. 1-24
Seats .............................................................. 1-2
Turn signal light, parking light and side
marker light .............................................. 11-71
Fuel ..................................................................... 7-2 Economy hints ................................................ 8-2
Filler door and cap .......................................... 7-4