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What Type Of Oil To Use In The Manual Transmission 1998 Subaru Forester

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Owner's Manual - Page 15

...cassette stereo) ...5-11 Clutch fluid (Maintenance) ...10-29 Clutch pedal (Manual transmission) (Maintenance) ...10-37 Coin tray ...6-6 Combination meter ...3-4 Console (...Rear window defogger) ...3-24 Defogging (Outside mirror defogger) ...3-26 Differential gear oil (Front - AT vehicles) (Maintenance) ...10-23 Differential gear oil (Rear - AWD vehicles) (Maintenance) ...10-24 Dome light (Interior ...
Owner's Manual - Page 20

... is running ...10-4 Maintenance tools ...6-20 Malfunction indicator lamp (CHECK ENGINE warning light) ...3-10 Manual transmission ...7-16 Driving tips ...7-17 Maximum speeds ...7-17 Shifting speed for fuel economy ...7-17 Manual transmission oil (Maintenance) ...10-20 Meter (Combination meter) ...3-4 Fuel gauge ...3-6 Odometer/Tripmeter ...3-5 Speedometer ...3-5 Tachometer ...3-6 Temperature gauge...
Owner's Manual - Page 21

O Odometer ...3-5 Oil (Engine oil) ...10-6 Oil (Manual transmission oil) ...10-20 Oil (Front differential oil) ...10-23 Oil (Rear differential oil) ...10-24 Oil filter (Engine oil) ...10-7 Oil pressure warning light ...3-9 Overheat (Engine overheating) ...8-2 P Parking brake ...7-26 Parking brake stroke (Maintenance) ...10-39 Parking your vehicle ...7-26 Parking brake ...7-26 Parking tips ...7-27 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 23

... seat belt ...2-18 Unfastening the belt ...2-19 Seat belts - 3-point type (combination lap/shoulder belts) ...2-11 Seat belt warning light and chime ... Unfastening the belt ...2-15 Seat belt warning light and chime ...2-13, 3-8 Selector lever (automatic transmission) ...7-19 Shift lever (Manual transmission) ...7-16 Shift lock release ...7-21 Side marker light (Bulb replacement) ...10-52 Snow tires...
Owner's Manual - Page 24

...weather below -4°F (-20°C) ...7-15 Flooded engine ...7-15 Manual transmission vehicles ...7-13 Spare tire ...8-11 Steering ...7-23 Power steering ...7-23 ... tray) ...6-18 Sun visors ...6-2 Vanity mirror (if equipped) ...6-2 T Tachometer ...3-6 Temperature gauge ...3-7 Tips for using the brakes ...7-28 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped) ...7-30 Brake system ...7-29 Braking tips ...
Owner's Manual - Page 120

... gas mileage, this air conditioner compressor is designed to the replacement schedule shown below. Since the filter element is viscous type, it is best performed by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. 4-10 This check is unnecessary to maintain the filter's dust collection ability. Air filtration system (option...
Owner's Manual - Page 145

... grasp the lighter by the end with the heating element. Such accessories may result in injury and could result in a short circuit and overheating. To use of parts that are not SUBARU-made may damage the socket. It will overheat. D Avoid the use the cigarette lighter, push in " type accessories (spot-lights, shavers, etc.).
Owner's Manual - Page 155

...economy ...Maximum speeds ...Driving tips ... 7-16 7-16 7-17 7-17 7-17 Automatic transmission ... 7-18 7-19 7-21 7-21 7-21 Selector lever ...Maximum speeds ...Driving tips ... 7-10 7-11 7-12 7-12 7-12 7-13 7-13 7 Starting the engine ...Manual transmission vehicles ...Automatic transmission vehicles ...During cold weather below -4°F (-20°C) ...Flooded engine ... 7-13 7-14 7-...
Owner's Manual - Page 166

... . When the key is started in while turning it . J START CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" only when the key is running. B Manual transmission vehicles: 2 1 HS0125 The key can be turned from "ACC" to the "START" position while the engine is pushed in this position. J ACC In this position...
Owner's Manual - Page 168

...ignition switch to Warning and Indicator Lights section (Chapter 3). 7-14 J Automatic transmission vehicles CAUTION If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving vehicle ...switch to place the selector lever of a moving , shift the selector lever into neutral. J Manual transmission vehicles 1. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. If the engine does not start within ten...
Owner's Manual - Page 179

... the "ACCEL, RESUME" direction and hold it has been temporarily canceled and with the cruise control activated. D Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission vehicles only). The control lever can be used for increasing the cruising speed slightly. J To temporarily cancel the cruise control There are two ways to the original cruising speed automatically...
Owner's Manual - Page 182

... can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the transmission alone to hold the vehicle. Never rely on the brake pads and... lever in the "1" (1st) for an upgrade or "R" (Reverse) for a downgrade for manual transmission vehicles, or in the "P" (Park) position for using the brakes J Braking tips WARNING Never rest your vehicle. When facing downhill, the front wheels ...
Owner's Manual - Page 191

... the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to prevent the vehicle from around the door. When the vehicle is frozen, use the parking brake when parking for manual transmission vehicles, and in cold weather WARNING Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under the fenders periodically. Clear away ice and snow that...
Owner's Manual - Page 215

...your vehicle. Then slowly pull off the ground using the jack. Park on the hazard warning ... the engine. 2. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in reverse or an automatic transmission vehicle in the proper place. 1. Turn on a hard, level...supported with the vehicle is installed. D Use only the jack provided with this can result in the passenger compartment...
Owner's Manual - Page 221

... on the ground. Use the following procedures for safety. Pull up the parking brake lever firmly. 3. Observe the following procedures to ensure safe transportation. 1. J Towing with the front wheels raised off the ground (for manual transmission vehicles. 2. Towing If towing is necessary, it is the best way to transport your SUBARU dealer or a commercial...
Owner's Manual - Page 231

... Replacing the spark plugs ...10-18 Recommended spark plugs ...10-18 Drive belts ...10-19 Inspection ...10-19 Manual transmission oil ... 10-20 Checking the oil level ...10-20 Recommended grade and viscosity ...10-20 Automatic transmission fluid ...10-21 Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot ...10-21 Checking the fluid level...
Owner's Manual - Page 235

Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 1 23 45 6 7 Y T R E W Q9 8 HS0171 1 Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 10-20) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 10-23) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 10-21) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 10-29) Brake fluid reservoir (page 10-28) Fuel filter Windshield washer tank (page 10...
Owner's Manual - Page 236

... transmission Around the rear differential case cover Each drain plug and filler plug If you find any leaks, contact your eyes. J Checking the oil level Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop. 10-6 Engine oil WARNING Never let engine oil contact your eyes because engine oil can be harmful to your SUBARU dealer. If engine oil...
Owner's Manual - Page 250

Manual transmission oil J Checking the oil level WARNING Never let transmission oil contact your eyes because transmission oil can be harmful to the upper level. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it . J Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. If transmission oil gets in your eyes. Pull out the dipstick again and check...
Owner's Manual - Page 267

...Manual transmission) Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to check that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth. 2. With the engine idling, check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is depressed, and that the engine and transmission...the measurement is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer. - CONTINUED - 10-37 Start the ...

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