2002 Subaru Forester Support Question
2002 Subaru Forester Support Question
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Question posted by alh713 on June 9th, 2014
Awd Issues
I have a 2002 manual transmission Forester. I am having problems with binding when I turn my vehicle into parking spaces, etc. A mechanic said it was turque bind. Others said I can change the AWD to FWD with the removal/adding of a fuse. How is this done? Thank you.
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Owner's Manual - Page 22
...-4 Cleaning the interior ...10-6 Clock ...6-8 Clutch fluid ...11-30 Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) ...11-38 Coat hook ...6-14 Coin tray ...6-5 Cooling system ...11-14 Corrosion protection ...compartment ...6-5 Drive belts ...11-20 Driving in foreign countries ...8-5 Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...8-6 E Electrical system ...12-2 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ...1-11 Engine ......
Owner's Manual - Page 24
... chime ...Keys ...
3-4 2-6 2-2 3-4 2-2
L License plate light ...11-59 Light control switch ...3-16 Loading your vehicle ...8-15 Luggage cover (if equipped) ...6-16 M Main fuse ...11-53 Maintenance precautions ...11-3 Maintenance schedule ...11-3 Maintenance tools ...9-16 Manual transmission ...7-11 Manual transmission oil ...11-21 Master, submaster and valet key ...2-2 Mirrors ...3-28 14-5
Owner's Manual - Page 26
...Replacement of windshield wiper blades ...11-34 Replacing bulbs ...11-54 Reporting safety defects (USA) ...13-4 Rocking the vehicle ...8-14 Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...8-18 S Seatbelt extender ...1-23 Seatbelt maintenance ...1-23 Seatbelts ...1-10 ...the engine during cold weather below -4 °F (-20 °C) ...7-9 Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle ...7-8 14-7
Owner's Manual - Page 109
... is started.
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3-3 B ON This is the normal operating position after the engine is in while turning it. B ACC In this position the electrical accessories (radio, accessory power socket, etc.) can be used. n Manual transmission vehicles:
2
1
HS0125
The key can be turned from "ACC" to "LOCK" only when the key is pushed in the "P" position.
Owner's Manual - Page 223
...Stopping the engine ...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission ...Selector lever ...Shift lock release ...
7-10 7-11 7-14
7-15 7-19
Rear viscous limited slip differential (S models) ...Power steering ...Braking ...Braking tips ...Brake system ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ...
7-21 7-21 7-22
7-22 7-22 7-23
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ...Parking your vehicle ...Cruise control...
Owner's Manual - Page 230
..., weekly or at fuel stops. Starting the engine
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter motor continuously for a manual transmission vehicle
1. Apply the parking brake. 2. If the engine fails to start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to ten seconds, wait for ten seconds or more than ten seconds. Refer to...
Owner's Manual - Page 233
... reverse gear, first return the shift lever to try again.
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7-11 The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed 5-forward and 1-reverse speed transmission. Engine braking has no effect in the neutral position. Starting and operating
Manual transmission
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the...
Owner's Manual - Page 249
... and put the shift lever in the "1" (1st) for an upgrade or "R" (Reverse) for a downgrade for manual transmission vehicles, or in the "P" (Park) position for automatic transmission vehicles. Always set while the engine is driven. When parking your vehicle. Never rely on . Refer to hold the vehicle. For better parking brake power, depress the brake pedal firmly while setting the...
Owner's Manual - Page 251
... accelerator pedal to the desired speed. 3. When the accelerator pedal is released, the vehicle will maintain the desired speed. Then release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to and maintain the previous cruising speed. D Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission vehicles only). To resume the cruise control after it . Starting and operating
B To set...
Owner's Manual - Page 263
... the fuel system and the risk of its freezing, use the parking brake when parking for manual transmission vehicles, and in cold weather To help prevent moisture from moving. n During cold weather below -4°F (-20°C) If the engine is caked snow or ice, remove it could cause poor braking action. Do not use of the...
Owner's Manual - Page 283
...vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in skidding or jackknifing and loss of control. D When passing other vehicles, considerable distance is required because of the added weight and length caused by attaching the trailer to weather conditions or the passing of traffic, practice turning...D Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and rapid lane changes. D Slow down immediately but ...
Owner's Manual - Page 285
... the wheels under both vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake; slowly release the regular brakes. 5. You should take the following steps: 1. Starting and operating
n Parking on a hill or slope. Apply the parking brake firmly. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (manual transmission) or "P" (automatic transmission) and shut off the...
Owner's Manual - Page 288
... the front and rear of emergency
D Always turn the engine off before raising the flat tire off the road to a safe place. 1. This could strike occupants and cause injury. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in reverse or an automatic transmission vehicle in the passenger compartment after changing wheels. Jacking position
Wheel blocks
HS0148...
Owner's Manual - Page 298
... pedal and steering wheel. D Remember that the suspension bottoms out. Pull up the parking brake lever firmly. 3. B Towing with safety chains. WARNING
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9-13 Shift the selector lever into the "P" position for automatic transmission vehicles or "1st" for manual transmission vehicles. 2. Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be locked.
Because...
Owner's Manual - Page 310
... fluid ...Brake fluid ...Clutch fluid ...Brake booster ...Battery ...Windshield washer fluid ...Replacement of windshield wiper blades ...Brake pedal ...Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) ...Replacement of brake pad and lining ...Parking brake stroke ...Tires and wheels ...Types of tires ...Tire inspection ...Tire pressures and wear ...Wheel balance ...Wear indicators ...Tire rotation...
Owner's Manual - Page 317
...
HGA017BB
1 Manual transmission oil level
gauge (MT) (page 11-21) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-24) Air cleaner element (page 11-18) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-30) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-22) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-28) Fuel filter
7 Windshield washer tank 8 Fuse box (page...
Owner's Manual - Page 330
Manual transmission oil
B Checking the oil level Check the oil level monthly. 1.
B Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Oil grade: API classification GL-5
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11-21 Park the vehicle on it. Never use different brands together. Upper level Lower level
HSA002CB
OM-H0210
2. If it again. 3. Pull...
Owner's Manual - Page 337
... performance.
D If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may indicate possible leakage. WARNING
11-28 B Recommended fluid "Dexron III" Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake fluid
B Checking... a leak. Remove the dipstick again and check the fluid level on the "COLD" range. If the fluid level is advisable. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your...
Owner's Manual - Page 347
... the measurement is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer.
11-38 B Checking the clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disengagement. 1. Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles)
Check the clutch pedal free play
0.16 - 0.51 in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".
B Checking the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to...
Owner's Manual - Page 374
Specifications
J Capacities
Fuel tank Engine oil Manual transmission oil Automatic transmission fluid AT differential gear oil AWD rear differential gear oil Power steering fluid Engine coolant 15.9 US gal (60 liter, 13.2 Imp gal) 4.2 US qt (4.0 liter, 3.5 Imp qt) 3.7 US qt (3.5 liter, 3.1 ...
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