Subaru Forester: Engine oil / Engine oil consumption
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.
Under the following conditions, oil
consumption can be increased and may
require refilling between maintenance intervals.
- When the engine is new and within the
break-in period.
- When the engine oil is of lower quality.
- When the incorrect oil viscosity is used.
- When engine braking is employed
(repeatedly).
- When the engine is operated at high
engine speeds (for extended periods of
time).
- When the engine is operated under
heavy loads (for extended periods of time).
- When towing a trailer
- When the engine idles for extended
periods of time.
- When the vehicle is operated in stopand-
go and/or heavy traffic situations.
- When the vehicle is used under severe
thermal conditions.
- When the vehicle accelerates and
decelerates frequently.
Under these or similar conditions, you
should check your oil at least every 2nd
fuel fill-up and change your engine oil more
frequently. Different drivers in the same
car may experience different results. If
your oil consumption rate is greater than
expected, contact your authorized
SUBARU dealer who may perform a test
under controlled conditions.
Oil level gauge
Oil filler cap
Oil filter
..
Other information:
Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs...
Replace the wiper blade rubber according to the following procedure.
Slit
Pull the wiper blade rubber from the
right side in the order of (1), (2) and (3) until
the slit on the wiper blade can be seen
position.
Pull the end of the wiper blade rubber
through the slit to remove it...