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Automatic Transmission Fluid: Replacement

CAUTION: If the ATF is spilt over exhaust pipe, wipe it off with cloth to avoid emitting smoke or causing a fire.
  1. Lift up the vehicle.
  2. Drain the ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) by removing drain plug.
    NOTE: Before starting work, cool off the ATF well.
  3. Check the condition of ATF drained. < Ref. to CONDITION CHECK , Automatic Transmission Fluid. >
    Fig 1: Oil Pan And Drain Plug (ATF)
    G07664608Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Replace the gasket with new part, and then tighten the drain plug to specified torque.

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) 

  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Pour ATF from the oil charge pipe.

    Recommended fluid: 

    < Ref. to FLUID , RECOMMENDED MATERIALS, Recommended Materials. >

    Fluid capacity: 

    Fill the same amount of ATF drained from ATF drain plug hole. 

  7. Check the level and leaks of the ATF. < Ref. to INSPECTION , Automatic Transmission Fluid. >
    Fig 2: Checking ATF Oil Level Using Oil Level Gauge
    G07664609Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.