Front Differential Gear Oil (Automatic Transmission); Checking The Oil Level; Recommended Grade And Viscosity - Subaru 1998 Legacy Owner's Manual

Front differential gear oil (Automatic transmission)

J Checking the oil level
WARNING
Never let differential oil contact your eyes because differential oil
can be harmful to your eyes. If differential oil gets in your eyes,
immediately flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety,
when performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable.
Check the differential oil level monthly.
Front of vehicle
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again.
3. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on it. If it is below
the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the upper level.
J Recommended grade and viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use dif-
ferent brands together.
Oil grade: API classification GL-5
10-24
Dipstick
Drain plug
OM-H0209 OM-H0210