2007 SUBARU TRIBECA brake fluid

11 - 2 0 Maintenance and service
Brake fluid „Checking the fluid level
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 con-
tainer. „
Recommended brake fluid
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or 4 brake flu-idyNever let brake fluid contact your
eyes because 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 perform-
ing this work, wearing eye protec-
tion is advisable.
yBrake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air. Any absorbed moisture
can cause a dangerous loss of
braking performance.
yIf the vehicle requires frequent re-
filling, there may be a leak. If you
suspect a problem, have the vehi-
cle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
y Never use different brands of
brake fluid together. Also, avoid
mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake flu-
ids even if they are of the same
brand.
yWhen adding brake fluid, be care-
ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.
y Never splash the brake fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the brake flu-
id may damage them.
y Be careful not to spill brake fluid
when adding it. If brake fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If brake fluid gets on the ex-
haust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
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14-2 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......................................... 7-16 Warning light ....................................................... 3-15, 7-17
Accessories .................................................................... 11-38
Accessory power outlet ...................................................... 6-8
Active head restraint ........................................................... 1-5
Air cleaner element ........................................................ 11-13
Air filtration system ........................................................... 4-11
Air flow ............................................................................... 4-2
Alarm system .................................................................... 2-14
All-Wheel Drive warning light ........................................... 3-17
Aluminum wheels ........................................................... 11-29
Antenna system ................................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......................................... 7-16
Arming the system ............................................................ 2-15
Armrest ............................................................................. 1-11
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light .................................. 3-13
Audio control buttons ....................................................... 5-22
Audio set ............................................................................ 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror/compass ......................................... 3-34
Automatic climate control system ....................................... 4-5
Automatic transmission ...................................................... 7-8 Capacities .................................................................... 12-3
Fluid ........................................................................... 11-15
Manual mode ............................................................... 7-11
Selector lever ................................................................. 7-9
Shift lock release ......................................................... 7-14
Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ................. 3-13
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-16 B
Battery ............................................................................ 11-35 Jump starting ............................................................... 9-11
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) ............. 2-10
Brake
Booster ...................................................................... 11-21
Fluid ........................................................................... 11-20
Pad and lining ............................................................ 11-22
Pedal .......................................................................... 11-21
Brake pedal
Free play .................................................................... 11-21
Reserve distance ....................................................... 11-21
Brake system .................................................................... 7-15
Warning light ................................................................ 3-16
Braking ............................................................................. 7-15 Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................ 11-22
Tips .............................................................................. 7-15
Bulb Chart ............................................................................ 12-8
Replacing ................................................................... 11-39
C
Capacities ......................................................................... 12-3
Cargo area Light ............................................................................... 6-2
Tie-down hooks ........................................................... 6-12
Catalytic converter .............................................................. 8-3
Center Console .......................................................................... 6-5
Ventilators ...................................................................... 4-4
Changing
Flat tire ........................................................................... 9-7
Oil and oil filter ............................................................. 11-7
Charge warning light ......................................................... 3-13

Index 14-3
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator
lamp .............................................................................. 3-12
Checking Brake pedal free play ................................................. 11-21
Brake pedal reserve distance .................................... 11-21
Engine oil level ............................................................ 11-7
Fluid level ............................................ 11-15, 11-19, 11-20
Gear oil level .............................................................. 11-17
Child restraint systems ..................................................... 1-30
Installation with seatbelt .............................................. 1-33
Lower and tether anchorages ...................................... 1-38
Child safety ............................................................................ 5
Locks ........................................................................... 2-19
Chime
Key ................................................................................ 3-4
Seatbelt ....................................................................... 1-17
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ........................................................ 10-3
Interior ......................................................................... 10-4
Ventilator grille ............................................................. 4-10
Climate control system ....................................................... 4-5
Clock ................................................................................ 3-21
Coat hook ......................................................................... 6-10
Cooling system ............................................................... 11-10
Corrosion protection ................................................ 8-10, 10-3
Cruise control ................................................................... 7-27
Set indicator light ......................................................... 3-20
Cup holder .......................................................................... 6-6 D
Daytime running light system ........................................... 3-27
Differential gear oil Front ........................................................................... 11-16
Rear ........................................................................... 11-17
Dimensions ....................................................................... 12-2
Disarming the system ....................................................... 2-16
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................... 7-16
Dome light ................................................................ 6-2, 11-44
Door locks ........................................................................... 2-4
Door open warning light .................................................... 3-17
Drive belts ....................................................................... 11-15
Driving All-Wheel Drive vehicle ................................................ 3-17
Car phone/cell phone ........................................................ 7
Drinking ............................................................................. 6
Drugs ................................................................................ 6
Foreign countries ........................................................... 8-4
Pets ................................................................................... 7
Snowy and icy roads ...................................................... 8-9
Tips ....................................................................... 7-13, 8-4
Tired or sleepy .................................................................. 7
E
Electrical system ............................................................... 12-3
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-18
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................ 1-16
Engine Compartment overview ................................................ 11-6
Coolant ....................................................................... 11-11
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ................................... 8-2
Hood ............................................................................ 11-4
Oil ................................................................................. 11-7
Overheating ................................................................. 9-14
Starting ........................................................................... 7-7

14-4 Index
Stopping ........................................................................ 7-8
Exterior care ..................................................................... 10-2 F
Flat tires ............................................................................. 9-7
Floor mat .......................................................................... 6-11 Fluid level
Automatic transmission ............................................. 11-15
Brake ......................................................................... 11-20
Power steering ........................................................... 11-19
Front Differential gear oil ..................................................... 11-16
Fog light ..................................................................... 11-42
Fog light switch ............................................................ 3-28
Seatbelt pretensioners ................................................. 1-27
Seats ............................................................................. 1-2
Fuel .................................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ............................................................... 8-2
Filler lid and cap ............................................................ 7-3
Gauge ............................................................................ 3-8
Requirements ................................................................ 7-2
Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 3-8
Fuses ............................................................................. 11-36
Fuses and circuits ............................................................ 12-5 G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) .................................. 8-13
Glove box ........................................................................... 6-4
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ............................. 8-13 H
Hazard warning flasher ....................................................... 3-5
Head restraint adjustment (Front) ....................................... 1-4
Headlight
Flasher ......................................................................... 3-26
Indicator light ............................................................... 3-20
Headlights .............................................................. 3-26, 11-40
High beam indicator light .................................................. 3-20
Home link® ....................................................................... 6-13
Horn .................................................................................. 3-37
Hose and connections .................................................... 11-11 I
Ignition switch ..................................................................... 3-3 Light ............................................................................... 3-4
Illuminated entry ................................................................. 2-9
Illumination brightness control .......................................... 3-27
Immobilizer system ............................................................. 2-3 Indicator light ............................................................... 3-19
Indicator light Cruise control ............................................................... 3-20
Cruise control set ......................................................... 3-20
Front fog ...................................................................... 3-20
Headlight ...................................................................... 3-20
High beam ................................................................... 3-20
Select lever/Gear position ............................................ 3-20
Turn signal ................................................................... 3-20
Inside mirror ...................................................................... 3-34
Interior light ......................................................................... 6-2

14-6 Index
Power Door locking switches .................................................... 2-6
Seat ............................................................................... 1-3
Steering fluid ............................................................. 11-19
Windows ...................................................................... 2-19
Precautions against vehicle modification ................ 1-29, 1-68
Preparing to drive ............................................................... 7-6
Printed antenna .................................................................. 5-2 R
Rear Air conditioner ................................................................ 4-9
Combination lights ..................................................... 11-42
Differential gear oil ..................................................... 11-17
Gate ............................................................................. 2-22
Seats ............................................................................. 1-6
Rear seat/Second seat ....................................................... 1-6
Rear window Defogger button ........................................................... 3-33
Wiper and washer switch ............................................. 3-32
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ...................................... 11-16
Brake fluid ................................................................. 11-20
OIL grade and viscosity .............. 11-9, 11-10, 11-17, 11-18
Power steering fluid ................................................... 11-19
Spark plugs ............................................................... 11-14
Remote keyless entry system ............................................ 2-8
Replacement Brake pad and lining .................................................. 11-22
Wiper blades .............................................................. 11-31
Replacing Air cleaner element .................................................... 11-13 Battery (Remote keyless entry system) ....................... 2-10
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) ...................... 2-11
Replacing bulbs .............................................................. 11-39 Cargo area light ......................................................... 11-46
Dome light .................................................................. 11-44
Door step light ............................................................ 11-45
Front fog light ............................................................. 11-42
Front turn signal light ................................................. 11-42
Headlight .................................................................... 11-40
License plate light ...................................................... 11-44
Map light .................................................................... 11-45
Parking light ............................................................... 11-41
Rear combination light ............................................... 11-42
Rocking the vehicle .......................................................... 8-11
Roof rail and crossbar ...................................................... 8-13 S
Safety
Precautions when driving .................................................. 4
Symbol .............................................................................. 2
Warnings ........................................................................... 2
Seat Fabric ........................................................................... 10-4
Heater ............................................................................ 1-6
Seatbelt ................................................................................. 4 Maintenance ................................................................ 1-26
Pretensioners ............................................................... 1-27
Safety tips .................................................................... 1-15
Warning light and chime .............................................. 1-17
Seatbelts ........................................................................... 1-15
Second-row seats ............................................................... 1-6
Selector lever ............................................................. 7-9, 7-10

14-8 Index
V
Valet mode ....................................................................... 2-17
Vanity mirror ....................................................................... 6-4
Vehicle Capacity weight ........................................................... 8-12
Identification ................................................................ 12-9
Vehicle Dynamics Control
Operation indicator light ............................................... 3-18
System ........................................................................ 7-19
Warning light ................................................................ 3-18
Ventilator ............................................................................ 4-2 W
Warning and indicator lights ............................................... 3-9
Warning lights ABS ............................................................................. 3-15
All-Wheel Drive ............................................................ 3-17
Anti-lock Brake System ............................................... 3-15
AT OIL TEMPerature ................................................... 3-13
Brake system ............................................................... 3-16
Charge ......................................................................... 3-13
CHECK ENGINE ......................................................... 3-12
Door open .................................................................... 3-17
Low fuel ................................................................ 3-8, 3-17
Low tire pressure ......................................................... 3-14
Oil pressure ................................................................. 3-13
Rear differential oil temperature .................................. 3-14
Seatbelt ....................................................................... 3-10
SRS airbag system ...................................................... 3-11
Vehicle Dynamics Control .................................. 3-18, 7-21
Windshield washer fluid ............................................... 3-17
Warranties and maintenance ........................................... 8-17 Washing ............................................................................ 10-2
Waxing and polishing ....................................................... 10-3
Wear indicators ............................................................... 11-27
Wheel
Alignment ..................................................................... 12-4
Balance ...................................................................... 11-27
Replacement .............................................................. 11-29
Windows ........................................................................... 2-19
Windshield
Washer fluid ............................................................... 11-30
Wiper and washer switches ......................................... 3-30
Wiper deicer ................................................................. 3-32
Winter driving ...................................................................... 8-7
Wiper and washer ............................................................. 3-29