Subaru 2004 FORESTER Service Manual page 89

5) After installing the drain plug onto rear differen-
tial gear case firmly, fill oil up fully to the mouth of
filler plug.
EXCEPT FOR 2.0 L Non-turbo model
(A)
(B)
(A) Filler plug
(B) Drain plug
2.0 L Non-turbo model
(A)
(A) Filler plug
(B) Drain plug
Oil capacity:
0.82 (0.8 US qt, 0.7 Imp qt)
NOTE:
Each oil manufacturer has its base oil and addi-
tives. Thus, do not mix two or more brands.
Front & Rear Differential Oil
PM-00037
(B)
PM-00102
6) Install the filler plug or oil temperature switch
onto rear differential gear case firmly.
NOTE:
• Install the oil temperature switch (For Europe tur-
bo model) and filler plug as a unit.
• Apply liquid gasket to the filler plug threads ex-
cept for 2.0 L Non-turbo model.
• Use a new aluminum gasket for 2.0 L Non-turbo
model.
Liquid gasket:
Three Bond 1105 (Part No. 004403010)
Tightening torque:
Except for 2.0 L Non-turbo model:
49.0 N·m (5.0 kgf-m, 36.2 ft-lb)
2.0 L Non-turbo model:
34 N·m (3.5 kgf-m, 25.3 ft-lb)
7) Connect the oil temperature switch connector
(For Europe turbo model).
(A) Connector
PM-29
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
(A)
DI-00301