Legacy F6-3.0L (2005)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
A/T Fluid Inspection
Automatic Transmission Fluid
INSPECTION
NOTE: The level of ATF varies with fluid temperature. Pay attention to the ATF temperature when checking ATF level.
1. Raise the ATF temperature by driving a distance of 5 to 10 km (3 to 6 miles). Otherwise, idle the engine to raise ATF temperature to 70 to 80°C
(158 to 176°F) on Subaru Select Monitor.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. After selecting all positions (P, R, N, D), set the select lever in P range. Measure the ATF level with engine idling for one or two minutes.
4. Make sure that the ATF level is between upper and lower marks at HOT side.
5. If the ATF level is below the lower marks, add recommended ATF until the fluid level is between upper and lower marks.
CAUTION:
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Use care not to exceed the upper level.
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When the transmission is cold, be careful not to add ATF to the upper level on HOT side. Overfilling of ATF may cause oil splashing.
6. Raise the ATF temperature by driving a distance of 5 to 10 km (3 to 6 miles). Otherwise, idle the engine to raise ATF temperature to 70 to 80°C
(158 to 176°F) on Subaru Select Monitor.
7. Check the ATF for leaks.
Visually check for leaks in the transmission. If there are leaks, replace the gasket, oil seals, plugs or other parts.
