Subaru Impreza Quiz
Maintenance and service

Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot

In this manual: Maintenance and service
Foreword — 1Warranties — 5How to use this Owner’s Manual — 5Vehicle symbols — 1Safety precautions when driving — 14Illustrated index — 7Function settings — 1Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags — 75Keys and doors — 66Instruments and controls — 121Climate control — 42Audio — 168Interior equipment — 29Starting and operating — 111Driving tips — 31In case of emergency — 21Appearance care — 16Maintenance and service — 109Specifications — 21Consumer information and Reporting safety defects — 31
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1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the transmission fluid up to normal operating temperature; 158 to 1768F (70 to 808C) is normal.

2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.

3. First shift the select lever in each position. Then shift it in the “P” position, and run the engine at idling speed.

1) Yellow handle

1) Yellow handle

1) HOT range

1) HOT range
2) COLD range
3) Upper level
4) Lower level

4. Pull out the level gauge and check the fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended automatic transmission fluid up to the upper level.

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