2011 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 361

11-14 Maintenance and service Refer to "Fuses" F11-45 and "Fuse panel located in the engine compartment" F1213. If frequent addition of coolant is necessary, there may be a leak in the engine cooling system. It is recommended that the cooling system and connections be checked for leaks, damage, or looseness. "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to the "FULL" level mark. If the reserve tank is empty, remove the radiator cap and refill as required. over painted parts. The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface. ! Changing the coolant WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed. 3. After refilling the reserve tank and the radiator, reinstall the caps and check that the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap are in the proper position. Always add genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. Change the engine coolant and add genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner using the following procedures according to the maintenance schedule. 1. Remove the under cover. & Engine coolant ! Checking the coolant level CAUTION 1) 2) "FULL" level mark "LOW" level mark Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. 1. Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. If the level is close to or lower than the . Be careful not to spill engine coolant when adding it. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off. . Do not splash the engine coolant