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Subaru Solterra Fluid Capacities
Factory manual fluid capacities for the Subaru Solterra. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.
Last updated: 2026-05-12 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
Quick Answer
2024 Subaru Solterra: — FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 | — FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid |
| 2023 | 2023 | — FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid |
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2024 Subaru Solterra: — FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Fluid type and capacity can change by engine, drivetrain, and transmission. Verify the exact branch before filling anything. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.
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2024
2024Brake Fluid— FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — e-Transaxle Fluid TE Note: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the rear eAxle of your vehicle.
Engine Coolant8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — Genuine Traction Battery Coolant Note: Similar high-quality ethylene glyco-based,low electric conductivity coolant, non-amine and non-borate coolant with azole additives.
DO NOT use plain water alone.
The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Notes
- →The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer. Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the front eAxle of your vehicle.
- →The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer. Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the rear eAxle of your vehicle.
- →Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
- →Similar high-quality ethylene glyco-based,low electric conductivity coolant, non-amine and non-borate coolant with azole additives. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
2023
2023Brake Fluid— FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — e-Transaxle Fluid TE Note: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the rear eAxle of your vehicle.
Engine Coolant7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — Genuine Traction Battery Coolant Note: Similar high-quality ethylene glyco-based,low electric conductivity coolant, non-amine and non-borate coolant with azole additives.
DO NOT use plain water alone.
The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Notes
- →The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer. Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the front eAxle of your vehicle.
- →The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer. Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the rear eAxle of your vehicle.
- →Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
- →Similar high-quality ethylene glyco-based,low electric conductivity coolant, non-amine and non-borate coolant with azole additives. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
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Spec Snapshot
- Engine Coolant
- 8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — Genuine Traction Battery Coolant Note: Similar high-quality ethylene glyco-based,low electric conductivity coolant, non-amine and non-borate coolant with azole additives. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer.
- Brake Fluid
- — FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid
- Differential Gear Oil
- 3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — e-Transaxle Fluid TE Note: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer. Using transaxle fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the rear eAxle of your vehicle.
Transmission fluid for your gearbox
Fluid choice must match the transmission specification.
Incorrect ATF is a common cause of poor shift quality.
Check Price and FitmentBrake fluid and bleed kit
DOT-rated fluid plus simple bleeding tools.
Moisture-heavy brake fluid lowers boiling performance over time.
Check Price and FitmentLong-neck funnel and extractor
Useful for topping off and moving fluids cleanly.
These save time when the fill point is awkward or hidden.
Check Price and FitmentShop towels and gloves
Basic cleanup gear for any fluid service job.
Cleanup tools make every service easier and safer.
Check Price and FitmentBefore you buy, sanity-check the repair quote and the cart
If your shop quote looks high, run it through Quote Shield to catch overpricing before checkout. Then use the parts links above to lock in the one-trip plan.
One-Trip Shopping List
Recommended supplies and tools for this job, grouped so you can buy everything before the repair starts.
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Fluid Extraction Pump
Cleanly remove old fluids from reservoirs.
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Clean Shop Rags
Lint-free rags for cleaning dipsticks and spills.
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Multi-Purpose Funnel
Long-neck funnel for hard-to-reach fill points.
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Nitrile Gloves
Keep hands clean during multi-fluid maintenance.
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Project Essentials
Basic tool sets, gloves, and cleaning supplies for your Subaru Solterra so the job is ready when the parts arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is this data from?
- Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
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Author & Review
Written by AllOEMManuals Editorial Team. Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians and updated with factory-reference checks for fitment-sensitive steps.
This guide was drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by a human editor.
Last updated: 2026-05-12