User Manual - Page 461

For 2014 FORESTER 2.0XT PREMIUM.

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Black plate (472,1)
Model "A8190BE-C" EDITED: 2013/ 8/ 6
11-18
Maintenance and service/Clutch fluid (MT models)
check the fluid level for the brake system
at the front part of the reservoir (shaded
area in the illustration). If the fluid level is
below MIN, add the recommended brake
fluid to MAX.
Use only brake fluid from a sealed
container.
& Recommended brake fluid
Refer to Fluids F12-8.
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake
fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
they are the same brand.
Clutch fluid (MT models)
& Checking the fluid level
WARNING
Never let clutch fluid contact your
eyes because clutch fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If clutch fluid
gets in your eyes, immediately flush
them thoroughly with clean water.
For safety, when performing this
work, wearing eye protection is
advisable.
CAUTION
. Clutch fluid absorbs mois ture
from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause improper clutch
operation.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
. When clutch fluid is added, be
careful not to allow any dirt into
the tank.
. Never splash the clutch fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the clutch
fluid may damage them.
. Be careful not to spill clutch fluid
when adding it. If clutch fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If clutch fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
off.
. The fluid l evel for the clutch
system must be checked at the
inboard side of the reservoir. It
cannot be checked at the out-
board side of the reservoir.
1) MAX level line
2) The clutch fluid level must be checked in
this area.
3) MIN level line
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