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 WRX Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 3.40 OZS. | 0.1 L | VC100YF | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.95 LBS. | 0.43 KG | HFO-1234yf | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | N/A | N/A | Continuosly Variable Transmission Fluis (CVT) Fluid | Models with air-cooled continuously variable transmission fluid cooler: 12.9 qts., or Models without air-cooled continuously variable transmission fluid cooler: 12.6 US qt.: Refer to Vehicle Identification laber for correct fluid. Consult your SUBARU dealer for fluid type. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Automatic CVT Trans | Front | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | SUBARU Extra MT or 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 | Automatic CVT Trans | 9.20 QTS. | 8.7 L | SUBARU Super Coolant | Distilled water is recommended for dilution. Soft water or tap water can be used alternatively. There are two types of SUBARU SUPER COOLANT: concentrated type and diluted type. SUBARU recommends Cooling system protective agent: Cooling system conditioner (part No. SOA345001), | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | API SP or ILSAC GF-6A SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil Specified | If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used. Use 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API SP or ILSAC GF-6A SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil Specified | If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used. Use 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Total Capacity | 5.90 QTS. | 5.58 L | API SP or ILSAC GF-6A SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil Specified | If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used. Use 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.50 QTS. | 3.31 L | SUBARU Extra MT. API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | 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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