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How To Check The Power Steering Fluid Level On A 1998 Subaru Forester
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Owner's Manual - Page 17
...Fuel octane rating ...Unleaded gasoline ...Gasoline for California-certified TELV ...Gasoline for cleaner air ...Fuel tank capacity (Specifications) ...Fluid (Automatic transmission fluid) ...Fluid (Brake fluid) ...Fluid (Clutch fluid) ...Fluid (Power steering fluid) ...Fuses (Replacing a fuse) ...Fuses and circuits ...Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ...Fuse panel located behind the...
Owner's Manual - Page 21
...18 Parking light (Bulb replacement) ...10-52 Periodic inspections ...7-10 Pets and driving ...ix Power door locking switches (if equipped) ...1-6 Power socket (Accessory power socket) ...6-9 Power steering ...7-23 Power steering fluid (Maintenance) ...10-26 Power windows ...1-8 Power windows switch cluster (Driver's side) ...1-9 Front passenger's switch ...1-10 Rear passenger's switches ...1-11...
Owner's Manual - Page 91
...stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. This indicates your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. If this light comes on , contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. If the light comes on while ... stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in normal operation.
Owner's Manual - Page 92
... light comes on when the brake fluid level has dropped to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. Have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer as soon as necessary could ...system warning light should come on with the parking brake fully released. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by a SUBARU dealer immediately. This light has the following two functions: B Parking brake warning The light...
Owner's Manual - Page 101
Wiper controls
WARNING
In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer.
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CAUTION
3-19 Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. This may cause overheating of the washer motor.
Before operating the wiper on the windshield, blocking your view. This ...
Owner's Manual - Page 104
...non-freezing type wiper blades. The wipers operate while you release the washer button. Check washer fluid level frequently, such as at the end of ice or some other obstruction on the ...Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing temperatures, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. (See Windshield Washer Fluid section in a safe place, turn on the rear window, the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 164
... usual to "LOCK" while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. Periodic inspections
To keep your vehicle in another country: D Confirm the availability of each.... NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at the specified time or mileage intervals.
Owner's Manual - Page 177
... vehicle control and result in place. 5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up to lock the steering wheel in personal injury. B Tilt adjustment
HS0134
1. Refer to the desired level. 4.
This may damage the power steering pump.
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7-23 J Tilt steering wheel
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering tilt position while driving.
Owner's Manual - Page 222
... slack in neutral. 3. Check the transmission and differential oil levels and add oil to bring it will be in the "ACC" position while the vehicle is turned off, it to the upper level if necessary. 2. J Towing with all wheels on a flat-bed truck. D Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not function when...
Owner's Manual - Page 226
As a result, the brake stopping distance will cause engine trouble or faulty power steering respectively. If water enters electrical parts or the power steering fluid reservoir, it is frequent washing. Salt, chemicals, insects, tar, soot and bird droppings should be longer. If you use strong soap or chemical detergents.
D Do ...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot ...10-26 Checking the fluid level when the fluid is cold ...10-22 Recommended fluid ...10-22
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Front differential gear oil (Automatic transmission) Rear differential gear oil (AWD vehicles) Power steering fluid
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10-23 10-24 10-26
Checking the oil level ...10-23 Recommended grade and viscosity ...10-23
... Engine compartment overview ......
Owner's Manual - Page 235
... 10-32) Fuse box (page 10-43)
8 Battery (page 10-31) 9 Engine oil filler cap Q Radiator cap (page 10-12) W Engine coolant reservoir E Engine oil level gauge R Power steering fluid reservoir T Air vent plug (Page 10-14) Y Air cleaner (page 10-17)
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2 3 4 5 6 7
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Owner's Manual - Page 249
If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer.
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10-19
Maintenance and service
Drive belts
J Inspection The alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioner compressor depend on drive belts. Belt deflection should be correct. Power steering pump pulley Air conditioner compressor pulley
2
1
Crank pulley
HS0183
in. (mm) Deflection New belt Used belt...
Owner's Manual - Page 256
...Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the power steering fluid up to allow any dirt into the tank. D When power steering fluid is being added, use different brands together. Check the power steering fluid level monthly. 1. CAUTION
10-26 the fluid level differs according to remove the fluid level dipstick, wipe the dipstick clean, and reinsert it. Park the vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 257
... IIE" or "Dexron III" Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
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10-27 J Checking the fluid level when the fluid is cold When the fluid level has to the specified range of the "HOT" range, add the recommended steering fluid up to be checked without warming up the power steering system (approximately 70°F [21°C]), read the fluid level on it may indicate possible leakage...
Owner's Manual - Page 258
... you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your eyes. D When adding brake fluid, be a leak. Brake fluid
J Checking the fluid level
D Never let brake fluid contanct your eyes because brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of brake fluid together. If brake fluid gets in the brake fluid may be careful not to your SUBARU dealer. Any absorbed moisture can be harmful...
Owner's Manual - Page 259
... clutch fluid can cause improper clutch operation. If the level is advisable. D Clutch fluid absorbs moisture from a sealed container. Maintenance and service
Check the fluid level on the outside of clutch fluid together. Use only brake fluid from the air. Any absorbed moisture can be harmful to "MAX". If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer...
Owner's Manual - Page 260
... engine and keep the pedal depressed for about one minute then turn it checked by your SUBARU dealer. 1. Use only clutch fluid from a sealed container.
"MAX" level mark "MIN" level mark
HS0188
J Recommended clutch fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid
Brake booster
J Checking brake booster operation If the brake booster does not operate as described...
Owner's Manual - Page 262
... to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water. If the level is unavailable use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. Use windshield washer fluid. Fill to the upper level with distilled water. Check the level of the reservoir. In areas where water freezes in winter, use clean water.
SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58...
Owner's Manual - Page 289
Specifications
AT differential gear oil AWD rear differential gear oil Power steering fluid Engine coolant Tires Type Size Front (light load) (full load) Rear (light load) (full load) Trailer towing Front Rear Wheel size Wheel alignment Toe Front ...
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