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.
2021 Subaru Ascent BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Information & Specifications: Specifications: Brake: Capacity
| Model | 2.4 L DOHC turbo | ||||||
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| Fuel tank | L (US gal, Imp gal) | 73 (19.3, 16.1) | |||||
| Engine oil | Total capacity (at overhaul) | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 5.55 (5.9, 4.9) | ||||
| When replacing engine oil and oil filter | 4.5 (4.8, 4.0) | ||||||
| When replacing engine oil only | 4.3 (4.5, 3.8) | ||||||
| CVTF | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 11.34 - 11.84 (11.986 - 12.515, 9.980 - 10.420)(1) 11.79 - 12.29 (12.462 - 12.991, 10.376 - 10.816)(2) |
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| Front differential gear oil | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 1.15 - 1.25 (1.216 - 1.321, 1.012 - 1.100) | |||||
| Rear differential gear oil | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 0.8 (0.8, 0.7) | |||||
| Engine coolant | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 11.1 (11.7, 9.8) | |||||
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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.