2008 Subaru Forester proper coolant

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MABL
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Engine Cooling problem
2008 Subaru Forester 6 cyl All Wheel Drive Automatic

I need to add coolant (the coolant level now is near the "low" mark). The Owner's Manual says I need to add Subaru coolant. Is this correct? Couldn't I just buy coolant off the shelf at a auto parts place? I don't want to have to bring the car in to the dealer just for coolant.

Thanks.
Feb 23, 2010 at 10:03 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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no that is just the manufacturers way of trying to make money for their dealers, top off with some regular 50-50 diluted coolant, any brand
Mar 19, 2010 at 5:50 PM
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