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Subaru 2012 Forester - Recommended Brake Fluid; Clutch Fluid (MT Models); Checking the Fluid Level

Subaru 2012 Forester
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Model "A8170BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 24
11-24 Maintenance and service
clean water. For safety, wearing
eye protection is advisable.
. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause a dangerous loss
of braking performance.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
CAUTION
. When adding brake fluid, be care-
ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.
. Never splash the brake fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the brake
fluid may damage them.
. Be careful not to spill brake fluid
when adding it. If brake fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If brake fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
off.
& Recommended brake fluid
Refer to Fluids F12-9.
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake
fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
they are the same brand.
Clutch fluid (MT models)
& Checking the fluid level
Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. If the level is below MIN level
mark, add the recommended clutch fluid
to MAX level mark.
Use only clutch f luid from a sealed
container.

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