Automatic Transmission Fluid: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION:

NOTE: Unless the conditions are severe, it is not necessary to change the ATF.

Prepare the ATF for refilling.
Connect the Subaru Select Monitor.
Navigate to Inspection Mode for measuring Exhaust Gas. Ref. to P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT>OPERATION>SERVICE MODE .
NOTE: If it is necessary to run the engine for 10 minutes or more, fasten the driver's seat belt.
Display [ATF Temp.] and raise it to 35 - 45°C (95 - 113°F).
CAUTION: Make sure to perform the ATF level inspection within the [ATF Temp.] range of 35 - 45°C (95 - 113°F).
With the engine idling, lift up the vehicle and remove the overflow plug (A).
NOTE:
- ATF is at the specified level when it reaches the bottom of the overflow plug hole.
- Prepare the container for draining of engine oil.
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If the ATF level is below the bottom of the overflow plug hole, check for oil leakage, and add the specified ATF.
CAUTION: Always use specified ATF. ATF other than specified ATF will cause malfunction.

ATF:

Ref. to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS .
Using a new gasket, install the overflow plug.
Tightening torque:

50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)