2012–2013 Subaru Forester Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2012 through 2013 — the SH (3rd generation), compact crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2013 Subaru Forester

• 20122.5X Touring trim added above 2.5X Limited with HID headlights, a rearview camera, dual-zone automatic climate control, and silver roof rails; 2.5XT models gain a larger rear spoiler
• 2012–2013Facelift years of the SH generation; non-turbo trims run the newer FB25 while the 2.5XT retains the EJ25 turbo through the end of production in 2013
• 2013Minor changes only: Sky Blue dropped from the exterior color palette, replaced by Marine Blue and Deep Cherry Pearl

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2013 Subaru Forester take?

2.5X/2.5i: Lineartronic CVT (TR580) with Subaru CVTF-HT; total system ~10–12 qt, drain-and-fill typically returns ~5–6 qt. 2.5XT: conventional 4-speed automatic (4EAT) or 5-speed manual with Subaru ATF/manual gear oil.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012–2013 Subaru Forester use?

Subaru Long Life Coolant (green, pre-mixed). First change at 11 years / 137,500 mi, then every 6 years / 75,000 mi if never topped off with non-Subaru coolant..

What brake fluid does a 2012–2013 Subaru Forester take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.