The owners manual advises a transmission fluid change for the 2000 forester every 30,000 miles. Used 2010 subaru forester for sale in minneapolis, mn. When i put the synthetic 75w90 in my 2010 forester a couple weeks ago, there is no way i could have accessed the port with a funnel. Subaru motor vehicles have used manual, conventional automatic, and continuously variable cvt transmissions. Subaru legacyoutback oil and other fluid questions car. I sometimes get a burning smell when i stop and push the clutch in. Subaru legacy automatic transmission fluid advance auto. The dipstick read about a quarter inch past the flat part of the dipstick onto the round part quite a bit past the full mark. Hi, i just drained the manual transmission on my 01 ob. Subaru all wheel drive explained awd cars, 4x4 vehicles.
I purchase extra s and the lsd fluid when i get the chance from subaru genuine parts sgp, and motyl gear locally from pdm. Subaru forester was the first to voluntarily install side air bags. Manual transmission gear oil subaru outback forums. When i purchased it, i was told it had a faulty 02 sensor which turned out to be an intake manifold sensor p2021. I did some look up and found some instruction on cvt fluid refill due to accidental drain. It maintains a high boiling point and avoids vaporisation even in the most severe operating conditions, providing superior braking performance, protection against metal corrosion, superior high temperature stability and reduced sedimentation in the. Api gl5, sae 80w90 mineral for manual transmissions. If i wait to buy a 20 forester, they may decide to put the cvts in them, and then ill only have the option of buying a nonturbo forester or the outback with the smaller engine because that will be the only manual transmission i can get.
Gas mileage of 2010 vehicles by subaru fuel economy. View and download subaru 2010 forester manual online. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2010 subaru forester x limited 2. A used 2009 subaru forester excels in the areas of visibility, safety.
Subaru canada announces pricing for 2011 forester lineup. In the owners manual, ford recommends changing transmission and differential fluid at 150,000 miles. How to change the transmission fluid on a subaru 5 speed manual transmission. Subaru outback questions cvt transmission blown cargurus. The fully synchronized gears of the 5 or 6speed manual transmissions make every shift smooth and efficient for fluid and exciting acceleration. Subaru speed manual mpg for stick was 2 miles less than that of cvt jan 31, 2014. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. I have an 05 forester and the manual clearly specifies dexron iii. The engine in your 2009 subaru forester should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Electronically controlled hydraulic multiplate transfer clutch installed instead of the center differential in the transaxle s tailshaft. Gear oil for differential and manual transmission subaru. Up until now, i have followed my subaru dealers maintenance schedule 3.
Detailed features and specs for the used 2010 subaru forester 2. What you see below is a previous search for a subaru forester transmission and does not include all the transmissions in your area. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. If youre in mi, and the car might be parked outside overnight in the winter, perhaps consider a synthetic gear oil same 75w90, gl5 specs. Transmission fluid level check subaru forester 200920. There is a fill plug on the back of the transmission. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2017 subaru forester 2. Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir. Subaru lineartronic continuously variable transmission. Given the age of the car, and probably the mileage, just about any good quality, 75w90 gl5 gear oil will do fine. I stopped at a garage, they put it on a rack and said.
How do you add transmission fluid to 2010 forester non. The 2010 subaru forester has 2 problems reported for slow to engage. The newer models have not had recalls for this same transmission problem, but subaru owners have complained about some other transmission problems with the forester. I want to try changing the manual transmission fluid first. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. Transmission choices include a 5speed manual with a hill holder clutch or a 4speed automatic. Was at first thinking about the manual, but then saw that the mpg for stick was 2 miles less than that of cvt. Published on november 8, 2010 in new models by the car guide. It started out as a five or ten second delay and now takes about 3040 seconds, and im afraid it will get nothing but worse. Front differential manual transmission for mt vehicle, manual transmission oil works as differential oil to lubricate differential. In addition, adjustment services are covered one time only during the first 36 months36,000 miles of operation, whichever comes first. Subaru manufactures its own manual and cvt transmissions for nonkei cars.
Ive owned this subaru forester for 2 months 07 xt stock. The manager said it was a new subaru policy but i could use what the manual specified and not void my warranty. And although a manual transmission is offered on some trims, a sportshift. With tz1act4 active torque split 4speed automatic transmission. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the transmission fluid up to normal operating temperature. Page 127 if the fluid level is below the min mark in the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. This video is about transmission fluid subaru forester. When mated to the 5speed manual transmission, fuel economy improves to 9. Myself nor the staff of are not responsible for any damage done by attempting this the following was done on a 2005 subaru wrx wagon. Dependable and lightweight manual transmissions give passionate drivers the control to express their personal driving style. I also get a whining noise from the front center in most gears around 2,200 rpm.
Each of those first three visits went well, and there were no gimmicks. Subaru forester transmission problems it still runs. If the level is below min level mark, add the recommended clutch fluid to max. The most accurate 2010 subaru foresters mpg estimates based on real world results of 6.
To refill, fill it up in the hole until it comes out. We have 224 2008 subaru forester vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 99 1owner cars, and 298 personal use cars. Differential gear fluid oil recommendations subaru. Spark plug replacement 2005 subaru forester tune up. Subaru speed manual mpg for stick was 2 miles less. Research the 2012 subaru forester at and find specs, pricing, mpg, safety.
The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your forester and how to check the transmission fluid level. To find your subaru forester transmission from a recycler near you, just enter the year of your vehicle and your zip code in the above form and press the find button. Go inside a subaru and see how the cvt gives you just the right amount of. The subaru forester has recalls for transmission problems for the model years of 2001 and 2002 which concerned 172,564 subaru forester owners, according to repair pal. Regular gasoline, view estimates how can i share my mpg. The consensus seems to be that the subaru atfhp is a good synthetic fluid and amsoil is only marginally better for a lot more money. When it comes to your subaru legacy, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Subaru design subaru of america official subaru site. Recommended oil for transmissions of subaru forester. This comprehensive manual offers important, detailed, vehiclespecific information regarding the operation and maintenance of your 2010 subaru forester. Since the 1970s, all subaru conventional automatic transmissions have been jatco designs adapted to subaru specifications. Epa mpg owner mpg estimates 2010 subaru forester awd 4 cyl, 2. Manual transmission and rear differential what fluid do. What type of transmission fluid for subaru forester.
Genuine subaru brake fluid is a premium dot4 fluid optimised for your vehicles brake components. The manual says to stop, we did, and the light went off. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. How often should i change front or rear differential fluid. Subaru automatic transmission fluid bob is the oil guy. Manual trans fluid change subaru forester owners forum. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest subaru dealer for repair. Once going, no problem with the gears until i try to go again after stopping the engine. At 60,500 miles i just changed my transmission fluid to amsoil atl and the transmission filter and the rear axle with amsoil svo 2. Subaru forester manuals 2010 forester owners manual. The 2010 subaru forester has 6 nhtsa complaints for the power train at 61,622 miles average.
Proactive automatic all wheel drive with 9010 torque split fronttorear under normal conditions 8020 from 1996. I babied this car, oil changes as required and required mantainance done. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2002 subaru forester wagon 5d l awd. The 2016 subaru forester is making its dealer launch now and it still comes with a 6speed manual gearbox. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. With respect to fuelefficiency, the 2011 subaru forester is about on par withor within 1 mpg ofthe. Electronic brake force distribution ebd system warning. The 15k question 2010 subaru forester car talk community. As for fuel economy, the base version rates 2026 mpg, while the. When teamed with the 5speed manual, this engine returns fuel economy figures of 20 miles. Its quite likely the 20 forester will be all new, and the 4eat will be replaced by the cvt. What about synthetic fluids, are they worth the extra cost. I was just wondering if you could swap a 1999 subaru forester transmission with a 2001 subaru forester. Subaru forester subaru forester owners manual maintenance and service clutch fluid mt models checking the fluid level.
I had the front end up on some low ramps so the car was tilted a little. Put on brake and shifted into drive, 1, 2 and then reverse. Can someone help clarify some of my questions regards to the cvt transmission oil change on 2015 model. Shortly after delivery i attended a dealer owner orientationor something meeting and was told it required a new subaru atf. Subaru forester transmission problem maintenancerepairs.
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