What is Subaru coolant additive?
What is the SUBARU Cooling System Conditioner? The SUBARU cooling system conditioner is a product intended to be added to the engine coolant when it is changed.
What is the purpose of the coolant flush additive?
What are the benefits of a coolant flush? Coolant flushes remove rust and scale deposits, which build up over time. It’s important to get rid of these deposits because they can cause overheating and damage your entire cooling system.
How do I add coolant to my Subaru?
Procedure
- Allow your Subaru to cool down. Opening the radiator or coolant reservoir cap when the Subaru engine is hot can cause serious injuries.
- Pull the hood release under the dashboard.
- Locate the coolant reservoir and remove the cap.
- Add engine coolant to bring the level just below the Maximum mark.
How does a Subaru cooling system work?
Your Subaru engine is kept at the correct operating temperature by liquid coolant pumped through internal galleries in the engine block and heads. The coolant then passes through a radiator which transfers the engine heat into ambient air passing through the core.
What kind of coolant does a Subaru Outback use?
If you own a 1999 to 2008 SOHC 2.5l you should use the O.E. Subaru Long Life Coolant that is green in color pictured below. If you have not had the Head Gaskets replaced or they were done at the Dealer you should also use the Cooling system conditioner as well.
How often should I change the coolant in my Subaru?
If what is in your car is green it needs to be changed every 30k, and if blue every 60k, if you want to try and go 100k you do so at the real risk of repairs down the road. We have heard reports that some Dealers have stopped carrying the Green long life but at time of this writing it was still available from Subaru.
How to add coolant to a Subaru radiator?
-Remove air vent plug from top of radiator (passenger-side) using phillips screwdriver. -Slowly add coolant to radiator. If using full-strength coolant, add 3/4 gallon then top off with distilled water. If using premix, add until full, about 1.5 gallons. If you add significantly less than 1.5 gallons total, there is air trapped in the system.
When to change the oil on a Subaru Outback?
This is especially true when Subaru changed the oil change requirements to maintain warranty coverage on all Turbo models to 3750 miles instead of the Fantasy that is 7k interval oil changes that was printed in the owner’s manual.