Subaru 2000 Forester, Owner'S Manual

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FORESTER U.S.A. (E)
10
Maintenance and service
10-25
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Power steering fluid
The power steering fluid expands greatly as its temperature rises; the
fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, the dipstick
has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids.
B
Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot.
CAUTION
D
When power steering fluid is being added, use only clean fluid,
and be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank. And never use
different brands together.
D
Avoid spilling fluid when adding it in the tank.
Check the power steering fluid level monthly.
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the pow-
er steering fluid up to normal operating temperature, about 140
°
F
(60
°
C).
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and stop the engine.
3. Turn the reservoir cap counterclockwise to remove the fluid level
dipstick, wipe the dipstick clean, and reinsert it.
HS0186 HS0185
Specified
range
Specified
range