Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Checking the fluid level

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Brake fluid / Checking the fluid level

WARNING

Never let brake fluid contact your eyes because brake fluid can be harmful to your eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance.
If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer.

CAUTION

When adding brake fluid, be careful not to allow any dirt into the reservoir.
Never splash the brake fluid over painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the brake fluid may damage them.
Be careful not to spill brake fluid when adding it. If brake fluid touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If brake fluid gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.

The reservoir has two chambers, one for clutch fluid and the other for brake fluid.

Each fluid level must therefore be checked in the appropriate chamber. Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir monthly.

3.6 L models

1) "MAX" level line
2) "MIN" level line
A) The brake fluid level must be checked in this area.

For 3.6 L models, be sure to check the brake fluid level on the outboard side of the reservoir (shaded area in the illustration).

It cannot be checked on the inboard side of the reservoir. If the fluid level is below "MIN", add the recommended brake fluid to "MAX". Use only brake fluid from a sealed container.

2.5 L models

1) "MAX" level line
2) "MIN" level line
A) The brake fluid level must be checked in this area.

For 2.5 L models, be sure to check the brake fluid level 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. ...

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1. Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle. Manual Transmission Assembly > REMOVAL2. Remove the back-up light switch and the neutral position switch. Switches and Harness > REMOVAL3. Remove the transfer case together with the extension case assembly. Transfer Case and Extension C ...