Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Engine oil

Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Engine oil

CAUTION

If the level gauge cannot be pulled out easily, twist the level gauge right and left, then gently pull it out. Otherwise, you may be injured accidentally straining yourself.
Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
Be careful not to spill engine oil when adding it. If oil touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If engine oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.

Engine compartment overview

Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (MT) Fuse box Battery Windshield washer tank Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir Radiator cap Engine oil filter Engine ...

Engine oil consumption

Some engine oil will be consumed while driving. The rate of consumption can be affected by such factors as transmission type, driving style, terrain and temperature. Under the following conditio ...

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Basic inspection
WIRING SYSTEM > Basic Diagnostic ProcedureBASIC INSPECTION1. VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT1. Using a voltmeter, connect the negative lead to a good ground point or negative battery terminal and the positive lead to the connector or component terminal.2. Contact the positive lead of the voltmeter on connect ...

Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped)
The cargo area is equipped with two or four tie-down hooks so that cargo can be secured with a cargo net or ropes. When using the front tie-down hooks, turn them down out of the storing recesses. CAUTION The cargo tie-down hooks are designed only for securing light cargo. Never try t ...

U.S.-spec. models (type A)
The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration. Tachometer Trip meter and odometer Select lever/gear position indicator Speedometer Information display selection knob ECO gauge F ...