2012 SUBARU TRIBECA engine oil

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 itoff.
The power steering fluid expands greatly
as its temperature rises; the fluid level
differs according to fluid temperature.
Therefore, the reservoir tank has two
different checking ranges for hot and coldfluids.
Check the power steering fluid level
monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface,
and stop the engine.
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 isbetween “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 recom-
mended 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 inspection.
& Recommended fluid
Refer to “Fluids ”F 12-7. Brake fluid &
Checking the fluid level
WARNING
. Never let brake fluid contact your
eyes because brake fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If brake
fluid gets in your eyes, immedi-
ately flush them thoroughly with
clean water. For safety, when
performing this work, wearing
eye protection is advisable.
. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause a dangerous loss
of braking performance.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
CAUTION
. When adding brake fluid, be care-
ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.
. Never splash the brake fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts. Maintenance and service
11-17
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Specifications........................................................ 12-2
Dimensions ........................................................... 12-2
Engine .................................................................. 12-2
Fuel ...................................................................... 12-3
Engine oil ............................................................. 12-4
Front differential and rear differential gear oil ......... 12-6
Fluids ................................................................... 12-7
Engine coolant ...................................................... 12-7
Electrical system ................................................... 12-7 Tires
..................................................................... 12-8
Fuses and circuits .................................................12-9
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ...................................................... 12-9
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ..................................................... 12-11
Bulb chart .............................................................12-12
Vehicle identification ...........................................12-15Specifications
12

12-4Specifications
& Engine oil
For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to “Engine oil ”F 11-7.
NOTE
The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by a properly-trained expert. It is recommended
that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer. ! Approved engine oil
Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer.
If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page. ! Alternative engine oil
If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE . Each quantity indicated is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors. . In choosing an oil, you want the proper quality and viscosity, as well as one that will enhance fuel economy. Oils of lower
viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the
engine. The following table lists the recommended viscosities and applicable temperatures.. When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity
as those recommended by SUBARU.

Oil gradeSAE viscosity No. and
applicable temperature Engine oil capacity
API classification SM or SN with
the words “
ENERGY CONSERVING ”or
“ RESOURCE CONSERVING ”orILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, which can
be identified with the ILSAC
certification mark (Starburst mark) Your vehicle is designed to use 5W-30
conventional motor oil, however 5W-30
synthetic may be used for optimum
engine performance.
If you do choose to use synthetic oil,
we recommend that you continue using
synthetic for the life of your vehicle.
–
Adding the oil from L to F level:
1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt)
– Changing the oil and oil filter:
6.9 US qt (6.5 liters, 5.7 Imp qt) Specifications
12-5
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13-6Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
sidewall rubber which, when in-
flated, bears the load.. Chunking
The breaking away of pieces of the
tread or sidewall.. Cold tire pressure
The pressure in a tire that has been
driven less than 1 mile or has been
standing for three hours or more.. Cord
The strands forming the plies in the tire. . Cord separation
The parting of cords from adjacent
rubber compounds.. Cracking
Any parting within the tread, side-
wall, or inner liner of the tire
extending to cord material. . Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight
optional engine. .
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and higher inflation pressure
than the corresponding standardtire. . Groove
The space between two adjacent
tread ribs.. Innerliner
The layer(s) forming the inside sur-
face of a tubeless tire that contains
the inflating medium within the tire. . Innerliner separation
The parting of the innerliner from
cord material in the carcass.. Intended outboard sidewall
(1) The sidewall that contains a
whitewall, bears white lettering
or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that
is higher or deeper than the
same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or (2) The outward facing sidewall
of an asymmetrical tire that has
a particular side that must al-
ways face outward when mount- ing on a vehicle.
. Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufac-
turer as primarily intended for use
on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles. . Load rating
The maximum load that a tire is
rated to carry for a given inflationpressure.. Maximum inflation pressure
The maximum cold inflation pres-
sure to which a tire may be inflated.. Maximum load rating
The load rating for a tire at the
maximum permissible inflation
pressure for that tire.. Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of: (a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
. Maximum permissible inflation
pressure
The maximum cold inflation pres-
sure to which a tire may be inflated.

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

14-6Index
High beam ............................................................ 3-22
Immobilizer. ........................................................... 3-21
Security .......................................................... 2-4, 3-21
Select lever/Gear position ....................................... 3-21
SPORT mode ........................................................ 3-21
Traction control system OFF .................................... 3-19
Turn signal ............................................................ 3-21
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF ................................ 3-19
Vehicle Dynamics Control operation ................. 3-18, 3-19
Inside mirror .............................................................. 3-38
Interior lights ............................................................... 6-2
J
Jack and jack handle .................................................. 9-19
Jack-up point ............................................................... 9-6
Jump starting. ............................................................ 9-11
K
Key ............................................................................ 2-2 Number .................................................................. 2-2
Reminder chime. ...................................................... 3-4
Replacement ........................................................... 2-4
Keyless entry system ................................................... 2-8
L
Leather seat materials ................................................ 10-5
License plate light ..................................................... 11-41
Light Back-up ............................................................... 11-39
Back-up (Station wagon) ........................................ 11-40
Cargo area .................................................... 6-3, 11-44 Control switch
........................................................ 3-27
Dome ............................................................ 6-2, 11-42
Door step ............................................................ 11-43
Front fog ..................................................... 3-32, 11-39
Front side marker ................................................... 3-28
Ignition switch ......................................................... 3-4
License plate ....................................................... 11-41
Map .............................................................. 6-3, 11-43
Rear combination ................................................. 11-39
Rear gate ............................................................... 6-3
Turn signal .................................................. 3-29, 11-39
Vanity mirror .................................................. 6-5, 11-43
Loading your vehicle ................................................... 8-12
Low fuel warning light ................................................. 3-17
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 3-14
Lower and tether anchorage ........................................ 1-37
Lumbar support ........................................................... 1-7
M
Main fuse ................................................................ 11-35
Maintenance Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule ............................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 1-26
Tools ..................................................................... 9-19
Malfunction indicator light (check engine warning light) .... 3-12Manual Transmission oil ..................................................... 12-6
Map light ........................................................... 6-3, 11-43
Maximum load limits ................................................... 8-21
Meters and gauges ...................................................... 3-5