Subaru Forester: 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. Refer to “Engine oil”. Also, you must follow the oil and filter changing intervals shown in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet.
NOTE
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity
noted in chapter 12 is the required
engine oil for optimum engine performance.
Conventional oil may be used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
Recommended grade and viscosity
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 bette ...
Cooling system
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap until the engine has been
shut off and has cooled down
completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray ...
See also:
Carrying Cargo on the Dual Deck Cargo Shelf
If equipped
On U.S. model is shown
Do not put any items on the dual
deck cargo shelf that could block
your view or be thrown around the
vehicle during a crash.
Do not use the dual deck carg ...
Eco active (green)
Eco active (green)
Illuminates when the Stop/Start
system is activated. The engine will
automatically switch off when the
vehicle comes to a stop, neutral is selected and
the clutch is fully re ...
SPORT mode indicator light (AT models)
When the select lever is moved to the
manual gate, the SPORT mode is selected
and the indicator light illuminates.
Refer to “SPORT mode”. ...
