Subaru Forester SG 2004, Manual

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RM-4
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
4. FLUID
Use the fluids specified in the table below. Do not mix two different kinds or makes of fluid.
5. ENGINE COOLANT
Use genuine engine coolant to protect the engine.
6. REFRIGERANT
Standard air conditioners on Subaru vehicles use HFC134a refrigerant. Do not mix it with other refrigerants.
Also, do not use any air compressor oil except for ZXL200PG.
Front differential (AT)
Fluid Recommended Alternative Remarks
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON III — —
Power steering fluid DEXRON III — —
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 FMVSS No. 116 DOT4 —
Clutch fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 FMVSS No. 116 DOT4 —
Engine coolant Recommended Item number Alternative
Coolant SUBARU coolant 000016218 None
Water for dilution Distilled water — Tap water (Soft water)
Air conditioner Recommended Item number Alternative
Refrigerant HFC134a — None
Compressor oil ZXL200PG — None
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature SAE J300
RM-00029
(˚F)
–22 –4 14
50
68
86 104
(˚C) –30
–20 –10
0
10
20 30
40
32
85W
75W-90
80W
90