2017 SUBARU FORESTER recommended oil

Specifications/Specifications
&Engine oil
For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to “Engine oil ”F 11-10.
NOTEThe procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by a properly-trained expert. It is recommended
that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer.
! Approved engine oil
We recommend that you 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.
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Specifications/Specifications
OilRear differential gear oil
Oil grade API classification GL-5
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature .
75W-90*
. 90
*: Recommended
Oil capacity*10.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt)
Remarks*2“ Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil ”F 11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
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How to adjust the rear view image........................... 5-24
Rear window Defogger .............................................................. 3-116
Wiper and washer switch ...................................... 3-106
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-34
Recommended Brake fluid. ............................................................ 12-9
Clutch fluid ................................................... 11-19, 12-9
Continuously variable transmission fluid .................... 12-9
Engine oil .............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil ......................................... 12-7
Manual transmission oil .......................................... 12-7
Rear differential gear oil .......................................... 12-7
Spark plugs ......................................................... 12-10
Refueling .................................................................... 7-5
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-14
Remote keyless entry system ...................................... 2-21
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-22
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-32
Replacing Access key battery ................................................ 11-45
Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-14
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-24
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery .................. 11-46
Replacing bulbs .............................................. 11-39, 12-16
Backup light ......................................................... 11-42
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-42
Halogen headlight ................................................. 11-39
Headlight ............................................................. 11-39
License plate light ................................................. 11-44 Parking light
......................................................... 11-41
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-42
Rear turn signal light ............................................. 11-42
Stop light ............................................................. 11-42
Tail light. .............................................................. 11-42
Reverse Automatic Braking System . ............................. 7-66
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-12
Roof molding and crossbar .......................................... 8-15
Roof rack .................................................................. 8-14
S
Safety Precautions when driving ............................................. 4
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-9
Height adjustment .................................................... 1-4
Memory function ...................................................... 1-5
Power .................................................................... 1-5
Rear ..................................................................... 1-11
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 4, 1-16
Fastening ..............................................................
1-18
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-24
Pretensioners ......................................................... 1-25
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-16
Warning light and chime .......................................... 3-14
Security
Alarm system ......................................................... 2-25
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GAS STATION REFERENCE
&
Fuel:
! Non-turbo models
Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI
(90 RON) or higher .
! Turbo models
Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 RON)
or higher is recommended. Unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) or higher may be used with no
detriment to engine durability or driveability. However, you may
notice a slight decrease in maximum engine performance while
using 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel. If unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) is not available, refer to “Fuel
requirements ”F 7-3.
&Fuel octane rating:
! RON
This octane rating is the Research Octane Number.
! AKI
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and
Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti
Knock Index (AKI).
&Fuel capacity:
15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
&Engine oil:
Use only the following oils.
. API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CON-
SERVING ”
. or ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC
certification mark (Starburst mark)
For the complete viscosity requirements, refer to “Engine oil”
F 12-4.
&Engine oil capacity:
Non-turbo models: 5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 Imp qt)
Turbo models: 5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 Imp qt)
The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline and is estimated
based on a case when the engine oil is changed with an oil
filter. After refilling the engine with oil, the oil level should be
checked using the oil level gauge. For more details about
maintenance and service, refer to “Engine oil”F 11-10.
&Cold tire pressure:
Refer to “Tires ”F 12-10.