2016 SUBARU WRX maintenance

*4: You may use this type of manual transmission oil. However, using this type of oil will detract from driveability and fuel efficiency.
& Fluids Fluid
Fluid type* 1
Fluid capacity* 2
Remarks* 3
Continuously variable transmission
fluid (CVT models) Consult your SUBARU dealer. 13.1 US qt (12.4 liters, 10.9 Imp qt) “ Continuously variable trans-
mission fluid ” F 11-23
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid –“ Brake fluid ” F 11-25
Clutch fluid (MT models) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid – “ Clutch fluid (MT models) ” F 11 -
26
Power steering fluid (STI) · SUBARU ATF
· “ Dexron III ” Type Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid
· IDEMITSU ATF HP 0.7 US qt (0.7 liter, 0.6 Imp qt) “ Power steering fluid (STI) ”
F 11-24
*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 other
factors.
*3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
& Engine coolant Vehicle model Coolant capacity Coolant type
STI 8.2 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt)
SUBARU Super Coolant
Except STI MT models 8.7 US qt (8.2 liters, 7.2 Imp qt)
CVT models 8.9 US qt (8.4 liters, 7.4 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 11-17. Specifications/Specifications
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For U.S.A. ........................................................... 13-2
Tire information .................................................. 13-2Tire labeling ....................................................... 13-2
Recommended tire inflation pressure .................. 13-4
Glossary of tire terminology ............................... 13-5
Tire care – maintenance and safety
practices ........................................................ 13-10
Vehicle load limit – how to determine ................ 13-10 Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle
load capacities .............................................. 13-13
Adverse safety consequences of overloading
on handling and stopping and on tires ........... 13-13
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit ......... 13-14
Uniform tire quality grading standards .......... 13-14Treadwear ....................................................... 13-15
Traction AA, A, B, C ......................................... 13-15
Temperature A, B, C ......................................... 13-15
Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.) ................... 13-16
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
& Tire care – maintenance and
safety practices.
Check on a daily basis that the
tires are free from serious damage,
nails, and stones. At the same time,
check the tires for abnormal wear. .
Inspect the tire tread regularly
and replace the tires before their
tread wear indicators become visi-
ble. When a tire ’ streadwear
indicator becomes visible, the tire
is worn beyond the acceptable limit
and must be replaced immediately.
With a tire in this condition, driving
at even low speeds in wet weather
can cause the vehicle to hydro-
plane. Possible resulting loss of
vehiclecontrolcanleadtoan
accident. .
Replace any damaged or un-
evenly worn tires at the time of
rotation. For information about the
tire rotation order, refer to “ Tire
rotation ” F 11-36 .
After tire rotation,
adjust the tire pressures and make
sure the wheel nuts are correctly
tightened. For information about the tightening torque and tighten-
ing sequence for the wheel nuts,
refer to “ Flat tires ” F 9-4 .
& Vehicle load limit – how to
determine
The load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by avail-
able cargo space. The load limit of
your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the
driver ’ s side B-pillar. Locate the
statement “ The combined weight
of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ”
on your vehicle ’ s placard.
Thevehicleplacardalsoshows
seating capacity of your vehicle.
The total load capacity includes the
total weight of driver and all pas-
sengers and their belongings, any
cargo, any optional equipment such
as a roof rack or bike carrier, etc.
Therefore cargo capacity can be
calculated by the following method.
Cargo capacity = Load limit − (total weight of occupants + total weight
of optional equipment)
For information about vehicle load-
ing, refer to “ Loading your vehicle ”
F 8-10 .
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Keyless access with push-button start system .. ............... 2-9
Disabling keyless access functions ........................... 2-16
Locking and unlocking doors ................................... 2-13
Opening trunk lid ................................................... 2-15
Warning chimes and warning light .................... 2-16, 3-28
When access key does not operate
properly ....................................... 2-18, 3-8, 7-14, 9-16
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Lap belt pretensioner .................................................. 1-18
Leather seat materials ................................................ 10-5
License plate light ..................................................... 11-49
Light
Control switch ........................................................ 3-94
Daytime running. .................................................... 3-97
Dome ..................................................................... 6-2
Front fog ...................................................... 3-99, 11-47
Front position ................................................ 3-95, 3-99
Front side marker ................................................. 12-16
Ignition switch .......................................................... 3-6
License plate ........................................................ 11-49
Map ....................................................................... 6-2
Rear combination .................................................. 11-48
Rear side marker light ........................................... 11-48
Stop light ............................................................. 11-48
Tail light ............................................................... 11-48
Turn signal ................................................... 3-97, 11-48
Limited slip differential (LSD) ....................................... 7-33
Loading your vehicle .................................................. 8-10
Low fuel warning light ................................................. 3-24
Low tire pressure warning light .................................... 3-19 Lower and tether anchorage ........................................ 1-29
LSD (Limited slip differential) ........................................ 7-33
M
Maintenance
Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule ............................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 1-16
Tips ...................................................................... 11-6
Tools ...................................................................... 9-3
Malfunction indicator light (check engine warning light) .... 3-16
Manual
Climate control .................................................. 4-5, 4-6
Mode (continuously variable transmission) ................. 7-26
Seat ....................................................................... 1-4
Transmission ......................................................... 7-17
Transmission oil ........................................... 11-23, 12-6
Map light .................................................................... 6-2
Media operation ......................................................... 5-50
AUX. ..................................................................... 5-73
Bluetooth audio ...................................................... 5-60
CD ....................................................................... 5-50
iPod ...................................................................... 5-56
USB memory ......................................................... 5-53
Meters and gauges ...................................................... 3-8
Mirror defogger ........................................................ 3-112
Mirrors .................................................................... 3-103
Moonroof ...........................................................
2-38, 9-18
Multi function display ................................................... 3-48 Index
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Rear view camera ...................................................... 6-12
Rear window
Defogger .............................................................. 3-112
Recommended
Brake fluid. ............................................................ 12-7
Clutch fluid ................................................... 11-26, 12-7
Engine oil .............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil ......................................... 12-6
Manual transmission oil .......................................... 12-6
Power steering fluid ................................................ 12-7
Rear differential gear oil .......................................... 12-6
Spark plugs ........................................................... 12-8
Refueling .................................................................... 7-5
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-14
Remote keyless entry system ...................................... 2-21
Replacement
Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-29
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-39
Replacing
Access key battery ................................................ 11-50
Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-19
Battery (keyless access with push-button start
system) ...................................................... 2-18, 11-50
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ............. 2-24, 11-51
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-24
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery .................. 11-51
Replacing bulbs .............................................. 11-44, 12-16
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-47
Headlight ............................................................. 11-44
License plate light ................................................. 11-49
Rear combination light ........................................... 11-48 Rear side marker light ........................................... 11-48
Rear turn signal light ............................................. 11-48
Stop light ............................................................. 11-48
Tail light. .............................................................. 11-48
REV indicator light and buzzer ..................................... 3-12
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-10
S
Safety
Precautions when driving ............................................. 3
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat
Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-6
Height adjustment .................................................... 1-4
Power .................................................................... 1-5
Rear ...................................................................... 1-7
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 3, 1-11
Fastening .............................................................. 1-13
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-16
Pretensioners ......................................................... 1-17
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-11
Warning light and chime .......................................... 3-14
Security
Alarm
system ......................................................... 2-25
Immobilizer ............................................................. 2-3
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-33
Shock sensors ....................................................... 2-31 Index
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GAS STATION REFERENCE
& Fuel:! STI
The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance
using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98
RON) or higher . If 93 AKI (98 RON) fuel is not readily available
in your area, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI
(95 RON) may be used with no detriment to engine durability or
driveability. However, you may notice a slight decrease in
maximum engine performance while using 91 AKI (95 RON)
fuel. Use of 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel will not affect your warranty
coverage.
! Except STI
Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI (95
RON) or higher . If 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel is not readily available,
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI (90 RON)
may be used.
& Fuel octane rating:This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and
Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti
Knock Index (AKI). Refer to “ Fuel octane rating ” F 7-3.& Fuel capacity: 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
& Engine oil: Use only the following oils.
. ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC
certification mark (Starburst mark)
. or API classification SN with the words “ ENERGY CON-
SERVING ” or “ RESOURCE CONSERVING ”
For the complete viscosity requirements, refer to “ Engine oil ”
F 12-4.
& Engine oil capacity: ! STI
4.5 US qt (4.3 liters, 3.8 Imp qt)
! Except STI
5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 Imp qt)
The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline and is estimated
based on a case when the engine oil is changed with an oil
filter. After refilling the engine with oil, the oil level should be
checked using an oil level gauge. For more details about
maintenance and service, refer to “ Engine oil ” F 11-13.
& Cold tire pressure: Refer to “ Tires ” F 12-8.