Subaru Forester: Approved engine oil
Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer.
If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
Engine oil
For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to “Engine oil”. NOTE The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by a properly-tra ...Alternative engine oil
If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ sl ...See also:
Automatic deactivation
Cruise control is automatically deactivated
temporarily if one of the following occurs:
• If the speed drops below approximately
20 mph (30 km/h).
• When the brake pedal is depressed.
• I ...
Tire size
Your vehicle comes equipped with
P-Metric tire size. It is important to
understand the sizing system in
selecting the proper tire for your
vehicles. Here is a brief review of
the tire sizing ...
Determining if the system is operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to
indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and
chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance ...