Power Steering Fluid Level

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CAUTION: If any power steering fluid is spilt over the exhaust pipe, wipe it off with a cloth to avoid emitting smoke or causing a fire.

NOTE:

Check at power steering fluid temperature 20°C (68°F); read the fluid level on the "COLD" side.
Check at power steering fluid temperature 80°C (176°F); read the fluid level on the "HOT" side.

Stop the engine to park the vehicle on a level surface.
Check the fluid level using the scale on the outside of the reservoir tank. If the level is below "MIN", fill fluid up to "MAX" level.

Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Tank Max And Min Level
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: If fluid level is at "MAX" level or above, drain fluid to keep the level in the specified range of indicator by using a syringe or the like.

Recommended fluid:

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

Fluid capacity:

< Refer to CAPACITY , Forester. >