Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2010 Subaru Tribeca TouringFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | PAG 46 | See Underhood Decal. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.39 LBS. | 0.63 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.40 QTS. | 9.84 L | SUBARU Automatic Transmission Fluid. Alternative: IDEMITSU Automatic Transmission Fluid HP. | Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 gear oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.80 QTS. | 0.75 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 gear oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 L | SUBARU Super Coolant | Always add genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 6.70 QTS. | 6.34 L | ILSAC GF-4, API - SM or SL, SAE 5W-30 | Engine Oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine. API SM or SL SAE 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50. | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 16.90 GALS. | 63.97 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 0.90 QTS. | 0.85 L | SUBARU Automatic Transmission Fluid or Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Washer Fluid | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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