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.
2022 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 3.38 OZS. | 0.09 L | VC100YF | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.00 LBS. | 0.45 KG | HFO-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 12.70 QTS. | 12.01 L | SUBARU CVT Oil for Lineartronic | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.40 QTS. | 1.32 L | SUBARU Extra MT Alternative: GL-5 SAE 75W-90 | The vehicle is filled at the factory with this type of oil. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.80 QTS. | 0.75 L | GL-5 SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 9.00 QTS. | 8.51 L | SUBARU Super Coolant | S | |||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | ILSAC GF-5 or GF-6A, API - SN PLUS, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 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. Adding the oil from low level to full level: 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt). | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | ILSAC GF-5 or GF-6A, API - SN PLUS, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 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. Adding the oil from low level to full level: 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt). | S | |
| Engine Oil | Overhaul | 5.40 QTS. | 5.11 L | ILSAC GF-5 or GF-6A, API - SN PLUS, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 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. Adding the oil from low level to full level: 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt). | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Washer Fluid | S | |||
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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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