Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: 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 better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine.
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 m ...
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 s ...
Other materials:
Preparation tool
COOLING(H4DO) > General DescriptionPREPARATION TOOL1. SPECIAL TOOLILLUSTRATIONTOOL NUMBERDESCRIPTIONREMARKS18355AA000PULLEY WRENCH• Used for removing and installing water pump pulley.• Used with PULLEY WRENCH PIN SET (18334AA030).18334AA030PULLEY WRENCH PIN SET• Used for removin ...
Inspection
MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL(5MT) > Transmission Mounting SystemINSPECTIONCheck the following; repair or replace the faulty parts.1. PITCHING STOPPERCheck the pitching stopper for bends or damage. Check that the rubber is not stiff, cracked or otherwise damaged.2. CROSSMEMBER AND CUSHION ...
Installation
MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL(5MT) > Manual Transmission AssemblyINSTALLATION1. Replace the differential side retainer oil seal. Differential Side Retainer Oil Seal > REPLACEMENT">NOTE:• Be sure to replace the oil seal after removing the front drive shaft.• When a n ...