How do I add antifreeze to my Subaru Forester?
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.
Do I have to use Subaru Super coolant?
So like every section of the manual, Subaru states that only their product (in this case, coolant) is acceptable for regular use. They state that alternative brands can be used in a pinch, but that you must not mix different coolant brands.
How long should I wait to start my car after adding coolant?
Typically though it should be left to cool for 1-2 hours before it’s cooled sufficiently to open the rad cap safely. If you’re actually trying to check the coolant level then you probably need to wait more like 3-5 hours (as if the coolant is still warm it will show a falsely high reading due to expansion).
What kind of coolant does a Subaru Forester use?
Your Forester’s cooling system was filled with water and Subaru’s Long Life Super Coolant at the factory. This blue elixir is supposed to last 11 years or 137,500 miles. I think it’s OK to top off with distilled water, but more serious fills may require purchasing a a jug of the 50:50 coolant mix from Subaru.
What kind of antifreeze can I use on my Subaru?
But you can use whatever you want to “Top it of” IMHO The conditioneer is a stop-leak. It won’t “Fix” the problem with your leaking heads but it sounds like yours aren’t too bad yet. Hi. I was told by my local Sub.
Which is the equivalent of Subaru coolant additive?
By the way, the guys at Peak are very familiar with Subaru, Subaru coolant and Subaru coolant additive. As far as I’m concerned, Peak Global Coolant is the equivalent of Subaru coolant . Click to expand… ^^^ this.
What kind of coolant do you use in a Subaru Outback?
The company that makes the anti-corrosion package for Subaru coolant also supplies Peak. That company has told Peak Subaru’s anti-corrosion package is 100% compatible with Peak’s. they are virtually interchangable. In a brilliant marketing move, Subaru has managed to skirt the Magnusson Moss Act but telling us to only use a “non-amine” coolant.