Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Changing the oil and oil filter
Change the oil and oil filter according to the maintenance schedule in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".
The engine oil and oil filter must be changed more frequently than listed in the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when driving in extremely cold weather.
NOTE
- Changing the engine oil and oil filter
should be performed by a well-trained
expert. Contact your SUBARU dealer
for changing the engine oil and oil filter.
Fully trained mechanics are on standby at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the special tools, spare parts and recommended oil for this work, and also, used oils are properly disposed of.
- If performing oil replacement yourself, observe the local regulations and dispose of waste oil properly.
Checking the oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"/
"OFF" position. If you check the oil level
just after turning the ignition switch to the
"LOCK"/"OFF" position, w ...
Recommended grade and viscosity
CAUTION
Use only engine oil with the recommended
grade and viscosity.
Refer to "Engine oil" F12-4.
NOTE
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects
fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity
provide be ...
Other materials:
Preparation
1. Turn off the ignition switch.
2. Close all doors (including rear gate).
3. Press and hold the " "
button on the
access key. All doors (including rear gate)
will then be locked.
4. Keep the " " button
pressed, and
press the rear lock button within 5
seconds after step ...
Inspection
AIRBAG SYSTEM > Roll ConnectorINSPECTION1. VISUAL INSPECTIONCheck for the following, and replace the damaged parts with new parts.• Combination switch is cracked or deformed.• Roll connector is cracked or deformed.2. UNIT INSPECTION OF ROLL CONNECTORCAUTION:• Do not rotate the r ...
Seatbelt safety tips
WARNING
All persons in the vehicle should
fasten their seatbelts BEFORE
the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise,
the possibility of serious
injury becomes greater in the
event of a sudden stop or accident.
All belts should fit snugly in order
to provide full restraint. Loose
fittin ...