It is not necessary to check the gear oil level. Check that there are no cracks, damage or leakage. However, the oil inspection should be performed according to the maintenance schedule in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.
Recommended grade and viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. For details, refer to "Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil" F12-6.
CAUTION
Using a differential gear oil other than the specified oil may cause a decline in vehicle performance.
Continuously variable transmission fluid
Brake fluidInstallation
CLUTCH SYSTEM > Release Bearing and LeverINSTALLATIONNOTE:Apply the specified grease to lubricate to the following points before installation.• Contact surface of lever and pivot• Contact surface of lever and bearing• Transmission main shaft spline• Contact surface of rele ...
Installation
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580) > Oil Pan and StrainerINSTALLATION1. Clean the mating surface of oil pan and transmission case.2. Install the O-ring to the oil strainer.NOTE:• Use new O-rings.• Apply CVTF to the O-rings.3. Install the oil strainer.Tightening torque:9 N&middo ...
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/ Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator
light
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light
CAUTION
In the Subaru Ascent, the Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) system relies on
the ABS through a shared electrical circuit. If the ABS system becomes inoperative
for any reason, the VDC system will also lose its ability to provide ABS-related
control ...