Subaru Forester: Maintenance and service / Engine oil
CAUTION
- If the level gauge cannot be
pulled out easily, twist the level
gauge right and left, then gently
pull it out. Otherwise, you may be
injured accidentally straining
yourself.
- Use only engine oil with the
recommended grade and viscosity.
- Be careful not to spill engine oil
when adding it. If oil touches the
exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad
smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
engine oil gets on the exhaust
pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
Some engine oil will be consumed while
driving. The rate of consumption can be
affected by such factors as transmission
type, driving style, terrain and temperature...
Other information:
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel
tilt/telescopic position while driving.
This may cause loss of
vehicle control and result in personal
injury.
If the lever cannot be raised to the
fixed position, adjust the steering
wheel again...
Select the airflow mode using the airflow
mode selection dial (type A and C) or the
airflow mode selection button (type B).
Airflow modes are as follows.
If equipped
Ventilation: Instrument panel outlets
If equipped
Ventilation 2 for type B and C: Instrument
panel outlets and foot outlets
If equipped
Bi-level: Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
If equipped
Heat: Foot outlets, both side outlets of the
instrument panel and some through windshield
defroster outlets (A small amount of
air flows to the windshield and both side
windows to prevent fogging...