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Information display
selection knob
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Vehicle Dynamics
Control / Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
CHECK ENGINE/
Malfunction indicator
Tire pressure warning light
Front passenger airbag ON
(Located on overhead console)
Front passenger airbag OFF (Located on overhead console)
Engine oil level warning light
Keyless Access with
Push Button Start System
(if equipped) Incline start assist
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Cruise control
indicator light
Cruise control SET
indicator light
Gauges
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Vehicle Dynamics
Control / Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
CHECK ENGINE/
Malfunction indicator
Tire pressure warning light
Front passenger airbag ON
(Located on overhead console)
Front passenger airbag OFF (Located on overhead console)
Engine oil level warning light
Headlight leveler
(if equipped)Keyless Access with
Push Button Start
System (if equipped)
Incline start assist
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Cruise control
indicator light
Cruise control SET
indicator light
Hill descent control
(if equipped)
GaugesTrip meter A/B
selection and trip
meter reset knob
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”.
- 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement
interval 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at
the first 3,000 miles.
- 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo models use 5W-30 synthetic, replacement interval
6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at the first
3,000 miles.
Engine Oil Capacity
• 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models: 5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 lmp qt)
• 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo models: 5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 lmp qt)
Additional
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Engine Compartment
Additional
Information
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information.
2.5i Engine
Note: Callouts apply to both engines.
1. Air Cleaner Element
2. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Radiator Cap
4. Engine Oil Filter
5. Engine Oil Filler Cap 6.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
7. Windshield Washer Tank
8. Battery
9. Main Fuse Box
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir
1
9
3
8
6
7
10
2
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2.0 XT Engine
1
9
3
8
6
7
10
2
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
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(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOUR](/manual-img/17/40469/w960_40469-28.png "SUBARU FORESTER 2018 Quick Guide 27
Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
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(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOUR")
