2012 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 436

11-14 Maintenance and service shortened to that of the mixing coolant. . Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts. The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface. Refer to "Fuses" F11-44 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 reservoir is empty, remove the radiator cap (non-turbo models) or the coolant filler tank cap (turbo models) and refill as required. NOTE (turbo models only) The cap (without tabs) on top of the radiator does not need to be removed. Remove the cap (with tabs) on the coolant filler tank on top of the engine. & Cooling fan, hose and connections Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically controlled to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. If the radiator cooling fan does not operate even when the following conditions occur, the cooling fan circuit may be defective. . The engine coolant temperature gauge exceeds the normal operating range (if equipped). Refer to "Temperature gauge (models with type A combination meter)" F3-11. . The coolant temperature high warning light blinks or illuminates in RED (if equipped). Refer to "Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light" F3-16. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary. If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. & Engine coolant ! Checking the coolant level 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 3. After refilling the reservoir and the radiator, reinstall the caps after checking that the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap/coolant filler tank cap are in the proper position.