Subaru Forester: Recommended grade and viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. For details, refer to “Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil”.
Checking the oil level
1) Yellow handle
Check the oil level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and insert it again.
1) Upper level
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See also:
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addition
of any additives to the transmission. The only
exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in
detecting fluid leaks. The ...
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the
driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or
damaged, be sure the replacement cap has been designed
for use with this vehi ...
Headlamp washers
The optional headlamp power wash operates
automatically with the windscreen wash and
will operate only If the headlamps are switched
on and there is sufficient washer fluid in the
reservoir.
Head ...
