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 ...
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Security systems
Your vehicle has two types of security systems,
as follows:
- Vehicle security system
- NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator ligh ...
Switching the display
Press .
To return to the previous display, press
or
(BACK). ...
Parking the vehicle for a long period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than four weeks, the battery may be
damaged by exhaustive discharge.
Connect a trickle charger.
You can obtain information about trickle chargers ...
