Subaru Forester: Engine oil / Recommended grade and viscosity
CAUTION
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.
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
the maintenance schedule when driving
on dusty roads, when short trips are
frequently made, or when d..
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 grade shown
in this Owner’s Manual...
Other information:
All doors, rear gate and the fuel filler lid are
automatically locked or unlocked under
the following conditions.
For automatic door locking
When the vehicle speed reaches 12
mph (20 km/h) or higher (factory
default setting).
When the select lever is shifted into
a position other than the “P” position...
Door interlock switch
To turn on the map light, push the lens.
To turn it off, push the lens again.
Automatic illumination
When the door interlock switch is in the
“DOOR” position, the map lights illuminate
automatically in the following cases...