2017 SUBARU FORESTER Owners Manual

Specifications/Specifications
!Turbo models
Oil grade SAE viscosity No. and
applicable temperature Oil capacity
API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) classification SN with the
words
“
RESOURCE CONSERVING ”orILSAC GF-5, which can be
identified with the ILSAC certifi-
cation mark (Starburst mark) 5W-30 synthetic
oil is required for
optimum engine performance and pro-
tection. Conventional oil may be used if
synthetic oil is unavailable.
*: If 5W-30 synthetic oil is not available,
5W-30 or 5W-40 conventional oil may
be used if replenishment is needed but
should be changed to 5W-30 synthetic
oil at the next oil change.
– 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:
5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 Imp qt)
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&Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
Oil Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models)
Oil grade .
SUBARU Extra MT*3
.API classification GL-5 (75W-90)*4.SUBARU Extra MT*3
.API classification GL-5 (75W-90)
Oil capacity*
13.5 US qt (3.3 liters, 2.9 Imp qt) Non-turbo models 1.26 US qt (1.19 liters, 1.05 Imp qt)
Turbo models 1.5 US qt (1.4 liters, 1.2 Imp qt)
Remarks*
2“ Manual transmission oil ”F 11-17 “
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil ”F 11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
*3: Equivalent to factory-filled oil.
*4: You may use this type of manual transmission oil. However, using this type of oil will detract from driveability and fuel efficiency. Specifications/Specifications
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Specifications/Specifications
OilRear differential gear oil
Oil grade API classification GL-5
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature .
75W-90*
. 90
*: Recommended
Oil capacity*10.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt)
Remarks*2“ Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil ”F 11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
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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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Specifications/Specifications
&Electrical system
Battery type Canada-spec. models 75D23L
Other models
55D23L
Alternator Non-turbo models
12V-150A
Turbo models 12V-130A
Spark plugs Non-turbo models
SILZKAR7B11 (NGK)
Turbo models ILKAR8H6 (NGK)
&
Tires
Vehicle model Non-turbo modelsTurbo models
Tire size P225/60R17 98HP225/55R18 97H P225/55R18 97H
Wheel size 1767J 1867J 1867J
Pressure Front 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)
Rear 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
Wheel nut tightening torque 89 lbf·ft (120 N·m, 12 kgf·m)*1
*1: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) at the end of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel
nuts by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible. For the wheel nut tightening
procedure, refer to“Changing a flat tire ”F 9-5.
& Temporary spare tires
Temporary spare tire size T145/80D17185/65R17
Temporary spare tire inflation pressure
(recommended cold tire inflation pressure) 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)
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&Brake disc
If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult
your SUBARU dealer.
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Specifications/Fuses and circuits
Fuses and circuits
&Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment
Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
1 20A .Trailer hitch connector
2 15A .Rear seat heater
3 15A .Door locking
4 10A .Front wiper deicer relay
5 10A .Combination meter
6 7.5A .Remote control rear
view mirrors
. Seat heater relay
7 15A .Combination meter
. Integrated unit
8 10A .Stop light
9 15A .Front wiper deicer
10 7.5A .D-OP +B
11 7.5A .Turn signal unit
12 15A .Transmission control
unit
. Engine control unit
. Integrated unit
13 20A .Accessory power outlet
(center console)
14 15A .Parking light
. Tail light
. Rear combination light
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Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
15 10A .Luggage light
. Keyless unit
16 7.5A .Illumination
17 15A .Seat heaters
18 10A .Backup light
19 7.5A .Wiper relay
20 10A .Accessory power outlet
(instrument panel)
21 10A .Starter relay
22 7.5A .Air conditioner
. Rear window defogger
relay coil
23 Empty
24 10A .Audio unit
. Navigation system (if
equipped)
25 15A .SRS airbag system
26 Empty
27 15A .Blower fan
28 15A .Blower fan
29 15A .Fog light
30 Empty Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
31 7.5A .Auto air conditioner unit
. Integrated unit
32 7.5A .Clutch switch
. Steering lock control
unit
33 7.5A .Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol unit Specifications/Fuses and circuits
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