Drive Belts; 2.5-Liter Models; Manual Transmission Oil; Checking The Oil Level - Subaru 2006 Legacy Owner's Manual

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Maintenance and service

Drive belts

The alternator, power steering pump, and
air conditioner compressor depend on
drive belts. Satisfactory performance re-
quires that belt tension be correct.

2.5-liter models

1
B
A
3
1) Power steering pump pulley
2) Air conditioner compressor pulley
3) Crank pulley
New belt
0.28 – 0.35
A
(7.0 – 9.0)
0.30 – 0.33
B
(7.5 – 8.5)
2
To check belt tension, place a straight-
edge (ruler) across two adjacent pulleys
and apply a force of 22 lbs (98 N, 10 kg)
midway between the pulleys by using a
spring scale. Belt deflection should be the
amount specified.
3.0-liter models
It is unnecessary to check belt tension pe-
riodically because
B00365
equipped with an automatic belt tension
adjuster. However, replacement of the
belt should be done according to the
maintenance schedule in the "Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet". Consult your
SUBARU dealer for replacement.
If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact
your SUBARU dealer.
in (mm)
Deflection
Used belt
0.35 – 0.43
(9.0 – 11.0)
0.35 – 0.40
(9.0 – 10.0)
your engine is

Manual transmission oil

Checking the oil level

Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle
1
B00427