Subaru Forester: Recommended grade and viscosity
Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
Refer to “Engine oil”.
NOTE
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects
fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity
provide better fuel economy. However,
in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is
required to properly lubricate the engine.
Changing the oil and oil filter
Change the oil and oil filter according to
the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet”.
The engine oil and oil filter must be
changed more frequently than listed in
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Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and gra ...
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Driving tips
Maintain a greater distance from the vehicle in front than when driving
without a trailer.
Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gently at first to allow the
trailer to run on. Then, i ...
Airbags - advanced supplemental restraint system
(1) Driver’s front
air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag (3) Side air bag* (4) Curtain air bag* * :
if equipped
WARNING Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always we ...
Visual indicator
The audio system’s display gives an overview
of the vehicle’s position in relation to a
detected object.
The marked sectors in the display indicate that
one or more of the sensors has detec ...
