Subaru 2014 Impreza STI, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance and service/Brake fluid
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself
because the fluid may be hot.
CAUTION
.
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.
.
Be careful not to spill power
steering fluid when adding it. If
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 it
off.
&
Recommended fluid
Refer to
“
Fluids
” F
12-7.
Brake fluid
&
Checking the fluid level
1)
“
MAX
”
level mark
2)
“
MIN
”
level mark
Check the fluid level monthly.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. If the level is below
“
MIN
”
, add
the recommended brake fluid to
“
MAX
”
.
Use only brake fluid from a sealed
container.
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.
Alcohol contained in the brake
fluid may damage them.
.
Be careful not to spill brake fluid
when adding it. If brake fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If brake fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
off.