The type of transmission fluid that should be used in the 2002 Subaru Forester is Dexron III fluid. The capacity for the vehicle iS7.4 pints for the manual and 9.8 quarts for the automatic transmission. Transmission fluid is important because it helps with gear shifts, helps to cool the transmission and lubricates moving parts. The transmission fluid doesn't last forever and can go bad after a while so it needs to be changed. For the Forester You should inspect the fluid every 30,000 miles or so to see if needs to be changed. The cost of the fluid is anywhere from $6 to $10 depending on where You get it from. The cost to change it is between $70 to $80 in labor costs and extra for parts.
Anton D
July 16, 2020
The 2002 subaru forester transmission fluid type is dexron iii/mercon.
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