Power Steering Fluid Level

NOTE:

When power steering fluid temperature is 20°C (68°F), read the fluid level on the "COLD" side.
When power steering fluid temperature is 80°C (176°F), read the fluid level on the "HOT" side.

Stop the engine to park the vehicle on a level surface.
Check the fluid level using the scale on the outside of the reservoir tank. If the level is below "MIN", fill fluid up to "MAX" level.

Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Fluid Level
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: If any power steering fluid is spilt on the exhaust pipe, wipe it off with a clean cloth to avoid emitting smoke or causing a fire.

NOTE: If fluid level is at "MAX" level or above, drain fluid to keep the level in the specified range of indicator by using a syringe or the like.

Recommended fluid:

Refer to FLUID , RECOMMENDED MATERIALS, Recommended Materials.

Fluid capacity:

Refer to CAPACITY , Forester.