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2020 Subaru Legacy Limited Xt Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2020-2021 (2020-2021).
Quick Answer
Automatic Transmission Fluid (2.4L Eng)
12.30 QTS. (11.64 L)
Brake Fluid
— FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil
0.80 QTS. (0.75 L) — API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 gear oil
Engine Coolant (2.4L Eng)
9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — SUBARU Super Coolant
Engine Oil (2.4L Eng)
4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, API - SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil
Manual Transmission Fluid
3.50 QTS. (3.31 L) — SUBARU Extra MT
Notes
- →The vehicle is filled at the factory with this type of differential gear oil: SUBARU Extra MT
- →If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
- →The indicated oil/fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. After refilling with oil/fluid, the oil/fluid level should be checked.
This vehicle's factory manual
2020 Subaru Legacy Limited Xt: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2020 Subaru Legacy Limited Xt?
- The 2020 Subaru Legacy Limited Xt fluid capacities are: Automatic Transmission Fluid (2.4L Eng): 12.30 QTS. (11.64 L), Brake Fluid: — FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid, Differential Gear Oil: 0.80 QTS. (0.75 L) — API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 gear oil, Engine Coolant (2.4L Eng): 9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — SUBARU Super Coolant, Engine Oil (2.4L Eng): 4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, API - SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil, Manual Transmission Fluid: 3.50 QTS. (3.31 L) — SUBARU Extra MT.
- How much engine oil does a 2020 Subaru Legacy Limited Xt take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.