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1998 Subaru Forester L, Standard
Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Capacities
1998 Subaru Forester L, StandardSECTION Capacities
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Type/Group | CCA Rating | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forester | |||||
| A/T | (1) | 520 | |||
| M/T | (1) | 356 | |||
| Impreza | |||||
| A/T | 75D23L | 520 | |||
| M/T | 55D23L | 356 | |||
| Legacy | |||||
| A/T | (1) | 490 | |||
| M/T | (1) | 430 | |||
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FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester | |||
| A/T (Dexron II) | 10.0 Qts. (9.5L) | ||
| A/T Differential (GL-5) | 1.3 Qts. (1.2L) | ||
| AWD Rear Differential (GL-5) | 0.8 Qts. (0.8L) | ||
| Cooling System | 5.8 Qts. (5.5L) | ||
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | 4.7 Qts. (4.4L) | ||
| M/T (GL-5) | 3.7 Qts. (3.5L) | ||
| Power Steering | 0.7 Qts. (0.7L) | ||
| Impreza | |||
| A/T (Dexron II) | |||
| 2.2L | 8.4 Qts. (7.9L) | ||
| 2.5L | 10.0 Qts. (9.5L) | ||
| A/T Differential (GL-5) | 1.3 Qts. (1.2L) | ||
| AWD Rear Differential (GL-5) | 0.8 Qts. (0.8L) | ||
| Cooling System | 6.3 Qts. (6.0L) | ||
| Crankcase (With Filter) | |||
| 2.2L | 4.4 Qts. (4.2L) | ||
| 2.5L | 4.7 Qts. (4.5L) | ||
| M/T (GL-5) | 3.7 Qts. (3.5L) | ||
| Power Steering | 0.7 Qts. (0.7L) | ||
| Legacy | |||
| A/T (Dexron II) | |||
| 2.2L | 8.9 Qts. (8.4L) | ||
| 2.5L | 9.8 Qts. (9.3L) | ||
| A/T Differential (GL-5) | 1.3 Qts. (1.2L) | ||
| Cooling System | 6.3 Qts. (6.0L) | ||
| Crankcase (With Filter) | |||
| 2.2L | 4.4 Qts. (4.0L) | ||
| 2.5L | 4.7 Qts. (4.5L) | ||
| M/T (GL-5) | 3.7 Qts. (3.5L) | ||
| Power Steering | 0.7 Qts. (0.7L) | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.