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Recommended Materials: Fluid

Use the fluids specified in the table below. Do not mix two different kinds or makes of fluid.

CAUTION: For AT model, be sure to use the recommended ATF or equivalent. Otherwise it will cause trouble.
FLUID SPECIFICATION

Fluid Recommended materials Item number Alternative
Automatic transmission fluid SUBARU ATF - IDEMITSU: ATF HP
Power steering fluid SUBARU ATF - DEXRON III
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3, or DOT4 - -
Clutch fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 - FMVSS No. 116 DOT4