How to Add Power Steering Fluid to a 2009 Subaru Forester XT Limited 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo
Subaru Forester Model Years - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
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Is your Forester hard to turn? You might need to add power steering fluid - this video shows you how to correctly add power steering fluid to your 2009 Subaru Forester. Adding power steering fluid to your Forester is easy (the hardest part is determining where is the power steering reservoir in your Forester) and should be done whenever your power steering fluid is low. Before adding power steering fluid, be sure to check your owners manual to determine what type of power steering fluid to add to your Forester. This information will typically be located in the back of the manual in a section title fluid capacities and specifications.
In a few days, check the power steering fluid level in your Forester to make sure you don't have a leak. If you notice the power steering fluid level is low, see our how to fix minor power steering fluid leaks video.
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