Subaru Legacy: Checking the oil level
Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Check the oil level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again.
1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil through the level gauge hole to bring the level up to the upper level.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill manual transmission oil when adding it. If oil touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
Recommended grade and viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different
brands together. For details, refer to “Manual transmission, front differential
and rear differential gear oil” F ...
See also:
Brake and clutch fluid check
WARNING:
Do not allow brake fluid to touchyour skin or eyes. If this happens,rinse the affected areas immediatelywith plenty of water and contact yourdoctor.
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Air outlets and air flow
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode.
Air flows to the feet and the
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Driving through water
Driving through water
CAUTIONS:
Drive through water in an emergencyonly, and not as part of normaldriving.
Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
In an emergency, the vehicle can b ...
