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:
Uniform tire quality grading standards
This information indicates the relative
performance of passenger car
tires in the area of treadwear,
traction, and temperature resistance.
This is to aid the consumer
in making an informed choice in the
purchase of tires.
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall ...
Fuel filler lid and cap
Locations of the fuel filler lid and
the lid release lever
Fuel filler lid
Fuel filler lid release lever
Refueling
Only one person should be involved in
refueling. Do not allow others to approach
the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler
pipe while refueling is in progress.
Be ...
Removal
FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)(H4DO) > Throttle BodyREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.2. Lift up the vehicle.3. Remove the under cover. Front Under Cover > REMOVAL">4. Drain approximately 3.0 L (3.2 US qt, 2.6 Imp qt) of coolant. Engine Coolant > REPLACEMENT"& ...
