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The document outlines the procedure for replacing engine coolant and inspecting the cooling system, hoses, and connections for Subaru vehicles. It details maintenance intervals, coolant capacities for different models, and the steps to properly drain and refill coolant, as well as checking for leaks and testing the radiator cap. Additionally, it provides guidance on adjusting coolant concentration based on temperature and specific gravity measurements.

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MSA5TCD00L41439

The document outlines the procedure for replacing engine coolant and inspecting the cooling system, hoses, and connections for Subaru vehicles. It details maintenance intervals, coolant capacities for different models, and the steps to properly drain and refill coolant, as well as checking for leaks and testing the radiator cap. Additionally, it provides guidance on adjusting coolant concentration based on temperature and specific gravity measurements.

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G8020BE1 (SGML)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES [G6A2] 1-5


6. Replace Engine Coolant and Inspect Cooling System, Hoses and Connections

6. Replace Engine Coolant and


Inspect Cooling System, Hoses
and Connections
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
[Number of months or km (miles), whichever occurs first]
Months 3 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120
1,000
4.8 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192
km
1,000
3 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120
miles
P P P P

A: REPLACEMENT Coolant capacity (fill up to “FULL” level)


MT model:
1. REPLACEMENT OF COOLANT Approx. 6.8 ȏ (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
WARNING: AT model:
The radiator is of the pressurized type. Do Approx. 6.7 ȏ (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
not attempt to open the radiator cap immedi-
ately after the engine has been stopped. CAUTION:
The SUBARU Genuine Coolant containing
1) Lift up the vehicle. anti-freeze and anti-rust agents is especially
2) Remove under cover. made for SUBARU engine, which has an alu-
3) Place a container under drain pipe. minum crankcase. Always use SUBARU
4) Loosen and remove drain screw (A) to drain Genuine Coolant, since other coolant may
engine coolant into container. cause corrosion.
9) Securely install radiator cap.
10)Run engine for more than five minutes at
2,000 to 3,000 rpm. (Run engine until radiator
becomes hot in order to purge air trapped in
cooling system.)
11)Stop engine and wait until coolant tempera-
ture lowers. Then open radiator cap to check
coolant level and add coolant up to radiator fill-
er neck. Next, add coolant into reservoir tank up
to “FULL” level.
12)After adding coolant, securely install radia-
B1H0448A tor and reservoir tank caps.
5) For quick draining, open radiator cap. 2. RELATIONSHIP OF SUBARU COOLANT
CONCENTRATION AND FREEZING TEM-
CAUTION: PERATURE
Be careful not to spill coolant on the floor. The concentration and safe operating tempera-
6) Drain coolant from reservoir tank. ture of the SUBARU coolant is shown in the dia-
7) Tighten radiator drain screw securely after gram. Measuring the temperature and specific
draining coolant. gravity of the coolant will provide this informa-
8) Slowly pour prepared coolant from radiator tion.
filler port to neck of filler, then pour into reservoir [Example]
tank up to “FULL” level. If the coolant temperature is 25°C (77°F) and its
specific gravity is 1.054, the concentration is
35% (point A), the safe operating temperature

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G8020BE1 (SGML)

1-5 [G6A3] PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES


6. Replace Engine Coolant and Inspect Cooling System, Hoses and Connections

is –14°C (7°F) (point B), and the freezing tem- If a coolant concentration of 50% is needed,
perature is –20°C (–4°F) (point C). drain all the coolant and refill with the undiluted
solution only.

B1H0110A

M1H0065

3. PROCEDURE TO ADJUST THE CON-


CENTRATION OF THE COOLANT
B: INSPECTION
To adjust the concentration of the coolant ac-
cording to temperature, find the proper fluid 1) Check radiator for leakage, filling it with
concentration in the above diagram and re- coolant and attach radiator cap tester (A) to the
place the necessary amount of coolant with an filler neck. Then apply a pressure of 157 kPa
undiluted solution of SUBARU genuine coolant (1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi) and check the following
(concentration 50). points:
The amount of coolant that should be replaced D Each portion of radiator for leakage
can be determined using the diagram. D Hose joints and other connections for leak-
age
[Example]
Assume that the coolant concentration must be CAUTION:
increased from 25% to 40%. Find point A, where When attaching or detaching tester and
the 25% line of coolant concentration intersects when operating tester, use special care not
with the 40% curve of the necessary coolant to deform radiator filler neck.
concentration, and read the scale on the verti-
cal axis of the graph at height A. The quantity of
coolant to be drained is 2.1 liters (2.2 US qt, 1.8
Imp qt). Drain 2.1 liters (2.2 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt)
of coolant from the cooling system and add 2.1
liters (2.2 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt) of the undiluted
solution of SUBARU coolant.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES [G6B0] 1-5


6. Replace Engine Coolant and Inspect Cooling System, Hoses and Connections

B1H0449A G1H0080

NOTE:
D When performing this check, be sure to keep
the engine stationary and fill radiator with cool-
ant.
D Wipe off check points before applying pres-
sure.
D Use care not to spill coolant when detaching
tester from radiator.
2) Check the radiator cap valve open pressure
using radiator cap tester.
CAUTION: G1H0079
Rust or dirt on cap may prevent valve from
functioning normally: be sure to clean cap 3) If the coolant temperature exceeds 76.0 to
before testing. 80.0°C (169 to 176°F) while radiator is not so
hot, check thermostat. If thermostat does not
Raise the pressure until the needle of gauge
open at 76.0 to 80.0°C (169 to 176°F), replace
stops and see if the pressure can be retained
it with a new one.
for five to six seconds. The radiator cap is nor-
4) If electric fan does not operate when coolant
mal if a pressure above the service limit value
temperature exceeds 90 to 94°C (194 to
has been maintained for this period.
201°F), check thermoswitch or fan motor.
Radiator cap valve open pressure
Standard value:
93 — 128 kPa
(0.95 — 1.25 kg/cm 2, 14 — 18 psi)
Service limit:
83 kPa (0.85 kg/cm 2, 12 psi)

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