Cooling System, Hoses And Connections; Engine Coolant; Checking The Coolant Level - Subaru 1998 Legacy Owner's Manual

Cooling system, hoses and connections

Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically
controlled to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific tem-
perature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate even when the engine cool-
ant temperature gauge exceeds the normal operating range, the circuit
of the cooling fan may be defective. Check the fuse and replace it if nec-
essary. If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your
SUBARU dealer.
If frequent addition of coolant is necessary, there may be a leak in the
engine cooling system. It is recommended that the cooling system and
connections be checked for leaks, damage, or looseness.

Engine coolant

J Checking the coolant level
WARNING
D Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has
been shut off and has cooled down completely. Since the coolant
is under pressure, you may suffer serious burns by a spray of
boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed.
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