Automatic Transmission Fluid - Subaru 2001 LEGACY Service Manual

18. ATF
SA07692
A: REPLACEMENT

1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID

SA07692A2001
1) Drain ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) by
removing drain plug after allowing the engine to
cool for 3 to 4 hours.
NOTE:
Before starting work, cool off the engine well.
2) Reinstall drain plug after draining ATF, and
tighten it to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
24.5 N·m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
3) Fill ATF up to the middle of the "COLD" side on
level gauge by using the gauge hole.
Recommended fluid:
Dexron III type automatic transmission
fluid
Fluid capacity:
Fill the same amount drained from ATF
drain plug hole.
4) Run the vehicle until the ATF temperature rises
to 60 to 80°C (140 to 176°F) and check the ATF
level.
SA07692A20
GI0043A
GI0044A
PM-27
ATF
2. ATF FILTER
NOTE:
ATF filter is maintenance free part. ATF filter needs
replacement, when it has physically damaged or
ATF leaked.
For the replacement procedures of the ATF filter:
<Ref. to AT-42 ATF Filter.>
Periodic Maintenance Services
SA07692A2002