2012 SUBARU TRIBECA automatic transmission fluid

11-14Maintenance and service
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 level gauge.
Though the fluid level can be checked
without warming up the fluid on the“ COLD ”range, we recommend checking
the fluid level when the fluid is at operatingtemperature. ! Checking the fluid level when the
fluid is hot
Check the fluid level monthly.
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise
the temperature of the transmission fluid
up to normal operating temperature; 158
to 176 8F (70 to 80 8C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
set the parking brake.
3. First shift the select lever in each
position. Then shift it in the “P ” position,
and run the engine at idling speed.
1) Yellow handle
1) HOT range
2) COLD range
3) Upper level
4) Lower level
4. Pull out the level gauge 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
level on the “COLD ”range. If it is below
that range, add fluid up to the upper level.
Be careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill automatic
transmission fluid when adding it.
If automatic transmission fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a
fire. If automatic transmission fluid
gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to
wipe it off.

&Recommended fluid
Refer to “Fluids ”F 12-7.
NOTE
Using any non-specified type of auto-
matic transmission fluid could result in
damage inside the transmission. When
replacing the automatic transmission
fluid, be sure to use the specified type. Front differential gear oil &
Checking the oil level
1) Yellow handle
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and insert it again.
1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the level gauge again and
check the oil level on it. If it is below the
lower level, add oil to bring the level up to
the upper level.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill front differ-
ential gear oil when adding it. If oil
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a
fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe,
be sure to wipe it off. Maintenance and service
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&Fluids
Fluid Fluid type*
1Fluid capacity*2Remarks*3
Automatic transmission fluid· SUBARU ATF
· IDEMITSU ATF HP
10.4 US qt (9.8 liters, 8.6 Imp qt)“
Automatic transmission fluid ”F 11 -
14
Power steering fluid · SUBARU ATF
· IDEMITSU ATF HP ·
“Dexron III ”Type Automatic
Transmission Fluid 0.95 US qt (0.9 liters, 0.79 Imp qt)
·
“Power steering ”F 7-18
· “Power steering fluid ”F 11-16
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid –
“
Brake fluid ”F 11-17
*1: Use one of the indicated types of fluid.
*2: The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and otherfactors.
*3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
& Engine coolant
Coolant type Coolant capacity
SUBARU Super Coolant 8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)
The indicated coolant quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. For more details about maintenance and service, refer to “Cooling system ”F 11-10.
& Electrical system
Battery type and capacity (5HR) 75D23L (12V-52AH)
Alternator 12V-130A
Spark plugs SILFR6C11 (NGK)Specifications
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14-2Index
A Abbreviation ................................................................... 3
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-20
Warning light ................................................. 3-15, 7-21
Accessories ....................................................... 5-2, 11-36
Accessory power outlet ............................................... 6-10
Active head restraint ..................................................... 1-6
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-12
Air conditioner
Automatic climate control system ............................... 4-5
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-11
Airflow ........................................................................ 4-2
Airflow mode selection .................................................. 4-3
Airflow selection Automatic climate control system ......................... 4-5, 4-8
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-16
All-Wheel Drive warning light ....................................... 3-18
Aluminum wheel ....................................................... 11-27
Cleaning ............................................................... 10-3
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-20
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-17
Armrest ..................................................................... 1-13
AT OIL TEMP warning light ......................................... 3-13
Audio Antenna system ....................................................... 5-2
Auxiliary input jack ................................................. 5-28
Control button ........................................................ 5-26
Set......................................................................... 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .............................. 3-38, 3-41
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-5 Automatic transmission
............................................... 7-12
Fluid ........................................................... 11-14, 12-7
MANUAL mode ...................................................... 7-16
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ............. 3-13
Select lever ........................................................... 7-13
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-14
Shift lock release .................................................... 7-14
SPORT mode ........................................................ 7-18
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-18
Auxiliary input jack ...................................................... 5-28
BBattery .................................................................... 11-33
Drainage prevention function ..................................... 2-6
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-11
Replacement (remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-11
Booster seat .............................................................. 1-36
Bottle holder ............................................................... 6-9
Brake Assist .................................................................... 7-19
Booster ....................................................... 7-19, 11-18
Fluid ........................................................... 11-17, 12-7
Pad and lining ...................................................... 11-20
Parking ....................................................... 7-28, 11-20
Pedal .................................................................. 11-19
System .................................................................. 7-19
Brake pedal Free play ............................................................. 11-19
Reserve distance .................................................. 11-19
Brake system ............................................................. 7-19
Warning light .......................................................... 3-16

Braking..................................................................... 7-19
Tips...................................................................... 7-19
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................... 11-20
Bulb Chart .................................................................. 12-12
Replacing ............................................................. 11-36
C
Cargo area Cover ................................................................... 6-14
Light ....................................................................... 6-3
Tie-down hooks ..................................................... 6-16
Catalytic converter ....................................................... 8-3
Center Console .................................................................. 6-6
Ventilators ............................................................... 4-4
Changing
Coolant ................................................................ 11-11
Flat tire ................................................................... 9-6
Oil and oil filter ...................................................... 11-8
Charge warning light .................................................. 3-13
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light ....................................................................... 3-12
Checking
Brake pedal free play ............................................ 11-19
Brake pedal reserve distance ................................. 11-19
Coolant level ........................................................ 11-11
Fluid level (automatic transmission fluid) .................. 11-14
Fluid level (brake fluid) .......................................... 11-17
Fluid level (power steering fluid) .............................. 11-16
Fluid level (washer fluid) ........................................ 11-28 Oil level (engine oil)
................................................ 11-7
Oil level (front differential gear oil) .......................... 11-15
Child restraint systems ................................................ 1-29
Installation of a booster seat .................................... 1-36
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt ... ............................. 1-32
Lower and tether anchorages ................................... 1-37
Top tether anchorages ............................................ 1-40
Child safety ................................................................... 5
Locks .................................................................... 2-21
Chime Key........................................................................ 3-4Light ..................................................................... 3-27
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 3-10
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille ...................................................... 4-10
Climate control system Automatic ............................................................... 4-5
Clock ................................................................ 3-22, 3-24
Coat hook. ................................................................. 6-12
Compass ........................................................... 3-38, 3-41
Console ..................................................................... 6-6
Coolant ........................................................... 11-11, 12-7
Cooling system ........................................................ 11-10
Corrosion protection .................................................... 10-4
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-29
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-22
Set indicator light .................................................... 3-22
Cup holder ................................................................. 6-8
Front passenger ’s.................................................... 6-8 Index
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14-4Index
Second-row seat ...................................................... 6-9
Third-row seat ......................................................... 6-9
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-29
Differential gear oil Front ........................................................... 11-15, 12-6
Rear ............................................................ 11-16, 12-6
Dimensions ............................................................... 12-2
Disarming the alarm system ........................................ 2-18
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-20
Dome light ........................................................ 6-2, 11-42
Door Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Open warning light ................................................. 3-17
Step light ............................................................. 11-43
Drive belts. ............................................................... 11-13
Driving All-Wheel Drive warning light ................................... 3-18
AWD vehicles .......................................................... 8-4
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 8
Drinking ..................................................................... 7
Drugs ........................................................................ 7
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Pets .......................................................................... 8
Snowy and icy roads ................................................ 8-9
Tips.................................................................. 8-2, 8-4
Tired or sleepy. ........................................................... 7
Winter .................................................................... 8-8 E
Electrical system
........................................................ 12-7
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system... 3-16, 7-22
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ............................. 1-18
Engine Compartment overview ............................................ 11-6
Coolant ....................................................... 11-11, 12-7
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................. 6, 8-2
Hood .................................................................... 11-4
Oil ................................................................ 11-7, 12-4 Overheating ........................................................... 9-14
Starting .................................................................. 7-7
Stopping ................................................................. 7-8
Exterior care .............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires ..................................................................... 9-6
Floor mat ................................................................... 6-13
Fluid level Automatic transmission ......................................... 11-14
Brake .................................................................. 11-17
Power steering ..................................................... 11-16
Fog light Bulb .......................................................... 11-39, 12-12
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-22
Switch ................................................................... 3-32
Folding mirror switch ................................................... 3-43
Front
Differential gear oil ........................................ 11-15, 12-6
Fog light ...................................................... 3-32, 11-39
Fog light indicator light ............................................ 3-22

Mirrors...................................................................... 3-38
Moonroof .................................................................. 2-25
Multi function display .................................................. 3-24
N
New vehicle break-in driving .......................................... 8-2
O Odometer .................................................................... 3-6
Oil filter ..................................................................... 11-8
Oil level Engine .................................................................. 11-7
Front differential gear ............................................ 11-15
Rear differential gear ............................................. 11-16
Oil pressure warning light ............................................ 3-13
On-road and off-road driving ...................................... 9, 8-6
Outside Mirror defogger ...................................................... 3-43
Mirrors .................................................................. 3-42
Temperature indicator ............................................. 3-23
Overhead console ........................................................ 6-8
Overheating engine .................................................... 9-14
PParking Brake ................................................................... 7-28
Brake stroke ......................................................... 11-20
Light .................................................................... 11-38
Light switch ........................................................... 3-32
Tips...................................................................... 7-29
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4 Petrol fuel
................................................................... 7-2
Power Door locking switch .................................................. 2-7
Outlets .................................................................. 6-10
Outside mirrors ...................................................... 3-42
Seat ....................................................................... 1-3
Steering ................................................................ 7-18
Steering fluid ................................................ 11-16, 12-7
Windows ............................................................... 2-21
Precautions against vehicle modification ................ 1-28, 1-72
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-7
Printed antenna ........................................................... 5-2
RRear Air conditioner ......................................................... 4-9
Combination lights ................................................ 11-39
Differential gear oil ........................................ 11-16, 12-6
Gate ............................................................. 2-24, 9-18
Gate light ...................................................... 6-3, 11-41
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-39
Rear differential Oil temperature warning light ................................... 3-13
Rear Seat Entertainment ............................................. 5-29
Rear view camera ...................................................... 6-21
Rear window Defogger button ..................................................... 3-37
Wiper and washer switch ......................................... 3-35
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-31
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ..................................... 12-7Index
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