2017 SUBARU FORESTER coolant temperature

1) Left turn
2) Right turn
.Backing up with a trailer is difficult and
takes practice. When backing up with a
trailer, never accelerate or steer rapidly.
When turning back, grip the bottom of the
steering wheel with one hand and turn it to
the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right
for a right turn.
. If the ABS warning light illuminates
while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing
the trailer and have repairs performed
immediately by your nearest SUBARU
dealer. !
Driving on grades
. Before going down a steep hill, slow
down and shift into lower gear (if neces-
sary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the
engine braking effect and prevent over-
heating of your vehicle’ s brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
. When driving uphill in hot weather, the
air conditioner may turn off automatically
to protect the engine from overheating.
. When driving uphill in hot weather, pay
attention to the following indicators be-
cause the engine and transmission are
relatively prone to overheating.: Coolant temperature high warning light
: AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT models)
If the coolant temperature high warning
light and/or the AT OIL TEMP warning light
illuminates, immediately turn off the air
conditioner and stop the vehicle in the
nearest safe location. For further instruc-
tions and additional information, refer to
the following sections. –“If you park your vehicle in case of
an emergency ”F 9-2
–“ Engine overheating ”F 9-12
–“ Coolant temperature low indicator
light/Coolant temperature high warn-
ing light ”F 3-17 –“
AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT
models) ”F 3-19
. For CVT models, avoid using the
accelerator pedal to stay stationary on
an uphill slope instead of using the
parking brake or foot brake. That may
cause the transmission fluid to overheat.
! Parking on a grade
Always block the wheels under both
vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply
the parking brake firmly. You should not
park on a hill or slope. If parking on a hill or
slope cannot be avoided, you should take
the following steps:
1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal
down.
2. Have someone place wheel blocks
under both the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel blocks are in place,
release the regular brakes slowly until the
blocks absorb the load.
4. Apply the regular brakes and then
apply the parking brake; slowly release
the regular brakes.
5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (MT
models) or “P ” position (CVT models)
and shut off the engine.
Driving tips/Trailer towing8-25

In case of emergency/Engine overheating
Engine overheating
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap until the engine has been
shut off and has fully cooled down.
When the engine is hot, the coolant
is under pressure. Removing the
cap while the engine is still hot
could release a spray of boiling hot
coolant, which could burn you very
seriously.
If the engine overheats, safely pull off the
road and stop the vehicle in a safe
location.
& If steam is coming from the
engine compartment
. Turn off the engine and get everyone
away from the vehicle until it cools down.
. Contact an authorized SUBARU deal-
er.
& If no steam is coming from
the engine compartment
1. Keep the engine running at idling
speed.
2. Open the engine hood to ventilate the engine compartment. Refer to
“Engine
hood ”F 11-7.
Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If
the fan is not turning, immediately turn off
the engine and contact an authorized
SUBARU dealer for repair.
3. After the coolant temperature high
warning light that has blinked or illumi-
nated in REDturns off, turn off the engine.
For details about the warning light, refer to
“Coolant temperature low indicator light/
Coolant temperature high warning light ”
F 3-17.
4. After the engine has fully cooled down,
check the coolant level in the reserve
tank. If the coolant level is below the
“LOW ”mark, add coolant up to the “FULL ”
mark.
NOTE
For details about how to check the
coolant level or how to add coolant,
refer to “Engine coolant ”F 11-13.
5. If there is no coolant in the reserve
tank, add coolant to the reserve tank.
Then remove the radiator cap and fill the
radiator with coolant.
If you remove the radiator cap from a hot
radiator, first wrap a thick cloth around the
radiator cap, then turn the cap counter-
clockwise slowly without pressing down until it stops. Release the pressure from
the radiator. After the pressure has been
fully released, remove the cap by pressing
down and turning it.
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Maintenance and service/Cooling system
in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is
required to properly lubricate the en-
gine.
&Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
in this Owner ’s Manual. Refer to “Engine
oil ”F 12-4. Also, you must follow the oil
and filter changing intervals shown in the
Warranty and Maintenance booklet.
NOTE
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity
noted in chapter 12 is the recom-
mended engine oil for optimum engine
performance. Conventional oil may be
used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
Cooling system
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap until the engine has been
shut off and has cooled down
completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray of boil-
ing hot coolant when the cap is
removed.
CAUTION
. Vehicles are filled at the factory
with SUBARU Super Coolant that
does not require the first change
for 11 years/137,500 miles (11
years/220,000 km). This coolant
should not be mixed with any
other brand or type of coolant
during this period. Mixing with a
different coolant will reduce the
life of the coolant. Should it be
necessary to top up the coolant
for any reason, use only
SUBARU Super Coolant.
If the SUBARU Super Coolant is
diluted with another brand or type, the maintenance interval is
shortened to that of the mixing
coolant.
. Do not splash the engine coolant
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.
& Cooling fan, hose and con-
nections
Your vehicle employs an electric cooling
fan which is thermostatically controlled to
operate when the engine coolant reaches
a specific temperature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate
even when the coolant temperature high
warning light blinks or illuminates in RED,
the cooling fan circuit may be defective.
Refer to “Coolant temperature low indica-
tor light/Coolant temperature high warning
light ”F 3-17.
Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
Refer to “Fuses”F 11-37 and “Fuses and
circuits ”F 12-12.
If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling
system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
If frequent addition of coolant is neces-
sary, there may be a leak in the engine
cooling system. It is recommended that
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&Fluids
Fluid
Fluid type*1Fluid capacity*2Remarks*3
Continuously variable transmission
fluid (CVT models) Consult your SUBARU dealer. Non-turbo models:
12.6 US qt
(11.9 liters, 10.5 Imp qt)
Turbo models: 13.1 US qt (12.4
liters, 10.9 Imp qt) “
Continuously variable trans-
mission fluid ”F 11-17
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid –“
Brake fluid”F 11-18
Clutch fluid (MT models) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid
–
“
Clutch fluid (MT models) ”F 11 -
19
*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
Non-turbo models MT models
7.8 US qt (7.4 liters, 6.5 Imp qt)
SUBARU Super Coolant
CVT models 8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)
Turbo models CVT models 9.5 US qt (9.0 liters, 7.9 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 11-12. Specifications/Specifications
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crease in temperature could cause
tread separation, and failure of the
tire(s). Possible resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
!Measuring and adjusting air
pressure to achieve proper in-
flation
Check and, if necessary, adjust the
pressure of each tire (including the
spare) at least once a month and
before any long journey. Check the
tire pressures when the tires are
cold. Use a pressure gauge to
adjust the tire pressures to the
specific values. Driving even a
short distance warms up the tires
and increases the tire pressures.
Also, the tire pressures are affected
by the outside temperature. It is
best to check tire pressure out-
doors before driving the vehicle.
When a tire becomes warm, the air
inside it expands, causing the tire
pressure to increase. Be careful not
to mistakenly release air from a
warm tire to reduce its pressure.
&Glossary of tire terminology
.Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be
replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio,
and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether in-
stalled or not).
.Bead
The part of the tire that is made of
steel wires, wrapped or reinforced
by ply cords and that is shaped to fit
the rim.
.Bead separation
A breakdown of the bond between
components in the bead.
.Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at alternate angles substantially
less than 90 degrees to the center-
line of the tread.
.Carcass
The tire structure, except tread and 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.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
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14-4Index
Seatbelt................................................................ 3-14
Cigarette lighter ......................................................... 6-11
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille ..................................................... 4-12
Climate control system ................................................. 4-3
Automatic ................................................................ 4-7
Manual ................................................................... 4-8
Clock ........................................................ 3-38, 3-59, 3-73
Clutch Fluid ............................................................ 11-19, 12-9
Pedal .................................................................. 11-21
Compass ....................................................... 3- 108, 3-109
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) ..................... 7-24
Fluid ............................................................ 11-17, 12-9
Coolant ............................................................ 11-13, 12-9
Temperature high warning light ................................ 3-17
Temperature low indicator light. ................................ 3-17
Cooling system ......................................................... 11-12
Corrosion protection ................................................... 10-4
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-53
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-32
Set indicator light ................................................... 3-32
Cup holder .................................................................. 6-7
Front passenger ’s .................................................... 6-7
Rear passenger ’s..................................................... 6-8
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-98
Defogger .................................................................. 3-116 Defrosting
.................................................................. 4-11
Deicer ..................................................................... 3-116
Differential gear oil
Front ........................................................... 11-17, 12-7
Rear ........................................................... 11-17, 12-7
Dimensions ................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system ......................................... 2-29
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-36
Dome light .................................................................. 6-2
Door Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Open warning light. ................................................. 3-23
Double trip meter ........................................................ 3-10
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-16
Driving All-Wheel Drive warning light ................................... 3-23
AWD models ........................................................... 8-5
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 7
Drinking. .................................................................... 6
Drugs ........................................................................\
6
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Pets ........................................................................\
.. 7
Snowy and icy roads ..............................................
8-10
Tips ................................................. 7-24, 7-31, 8-2, 8-5
Tired or sleepy ........................................................... 6
Winter .................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge ............................................................... 3-12
Electrical system ...................................................... 12-10
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-38

14-6Index
Rear seat.............................................................. 1-12
Headlight Beam leveler ....................................................... 3-102
Bulb replacement .................................................. 11-39
Bulb wattage ....................................................... 12-16
Control switch ........................................................ 3-93
Flasher ................................................................. 3-98
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-33
OFF delay function ................................................. 3-94
Welcome lighting function ....................................... 3-94
HID headlights .......................................................... 11-39
High beam assist function ........................................... 3-95
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-32
High beam indicator light ............................................ 3-32
High/low beam change (dimmer) .................................. 3-95
Hill descent control ..................................................... 7-42
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-33
Hill start assist .................................................. 7-50, 11-21
OFF indicator light .................................................. 3-23
To activate/deactivate ............................................. 7-50
Warning light ......................................................... 3-23
HomeLink
®.............................................................. 3-109
Hook Cargo tie-down ...................................................... 6-16
Convenient ............................................................ 6-13
Shopping bag ........................................................ 6-13
Towing and tie-down ............................................... 9-13
Horn ........................................................................\
3-118
Hose and connections ............................................... 11-12 I
Ignition switch
............................................................. 3-4
Light ...................................................................... 3-6
Illumination brightness control .................................... 3-101
Immobilizer ................................................................. 2-3
Indicator light (security indicator light) ........................ 3-30
Indicator light BSD/RCTA OFF ............................................. 3-34, 7-64
BSD/RCTA warning ........................................ 3-33, 7-63
Coolant temperature low .......................................... 3-17
Cruise control ........................................................ 3-32
Cruise control set ................................................... 3-32
Front fog light ......................................................... 3-33
Headlight ............................................................... 3-33
High beam ............................................................. 3-32
High beam assist .................................................... 3-32
Hill descent control ................................................. 3-33
Hill start assist OFF ................................................ 3-23
Immobilizer ............................................................ 3-30
Security ................................................................. 3-30
Select lever/Gear position ........................................ 3-31
SI-DRIVE .............................................................. 3-31
Steering responsive fog lights OFF ... ........................ 3-33
Turn signal ............................................................ 3-32
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF ................................. 3-25
Vehicle Dynamics Control operation .......................... 3-25
X-mode ................................................................. 3-33
Information display ...................................................... 3-34
Inside mirror ............................................................ 3-107
Interior lights ............................................................... 6-2

14-10Index
Immobilizer.............................................................. 2-3
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-30
Shock sensors ....................................................... 2-31
Select lever Position indicator ................................................... 3-31
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-30
Shock sensors ........................................................... 2-31
Shopping bag hook .................................................... 6-13
Shoulder pretensioners ............................................... 1-25
SI-DRIVE .................................................................. 7-32
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-31
Snow tires ........................................................ 8-11, 11-23
Snowy and icy roads .................................................. 8-10
Sounding a panic alarm .............................................. 2-24
Spark plugs .................................................... 11-16, 12-10
Specifications ............................................................ 12-2
Speedometer ............................................................. 3-10
SRS Curtain airbag ........................................................ 1-61
Frontal airbag ........................................................ 1-51
Side airbag ........................................................... 1-61
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 4, 1-42
SRS airbag system Monitors. ............................................................... 1-69
Servicing ............................................................... 1-71
Warning light ......................................................... 3-15
Starting & stopping engine .................................... 7-9, 7-12
State emission testing (U.S. only) .................................. 7-7
Steering responsive fog lights system ......................... 3-103
OFF indicator ........................................................ 3-33
Warning indicator ................................................... 3-33 Steering Responsive Headlight
..................................... 3-99
Steering switches for audio .......................................... 5-62
Steering wheel
Heated Steering Wheel system .............................. 3-119
Power ................................................................... 7-34
Tilt/telescopic ....................................................... 3-118
Stop light ................................................................. 11-42
Storage compartment ................................................... 6-6
Sun shade ................................................................. 2-47
Sun visors .................................................................. 6-4
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ................ 1-42
Synthetic leather upholstery ......................................... 10-6
T
Tachometer ................................................................ 3-11
Temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP ......................................................... 3-19
Coolant ................................................................. 3-17
Temporary spare tire .................................................... 9-2
Tether (child restraint system) .............................. 1-37, 1-40
Tie-down hooks .......................................................... 9-13
Tire Chains .................................................................. 8-11
Inspection ............................................................ 11-25
Pressures and wear .............................................. 11-25
Replacement. .......................................................

11-29
Rotation .............................................................. 11-28
Size and pressure ................................................ 12-10
Types .................................................................. 11-23
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ....... 7-46, 9-8, 11-23
Warning light .......................................................... 3-19