Subaru Forester: Engine oil / Recommended grade and viscosity

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 the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when d..

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 grade shown in this Owner’s Manual...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2023 Owners Manual: Basic screens

By operating the “” or “” switch on the steering wheel, you can change the screen that is always displayed. Average fuel consumption screen: : Average fuel consumption : Driving range on remaining fuel This screen displays the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset...

Subaru Forester 2019-2023 Owners Manual: Operating ranges

Antennas Operating range (approximately 16 to 32 in (40 to 80 cm)) LED indicator When the access key fob is within either of the operating ranges of the front doors, the LED indicator on the access key fob flashes. When the keyless access functions are disabled, the LED indicator does not flash unless a button on the access key fob is pressed...