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:
Installation
EXHAUST(H4DO) > Rear Exhaust PipeINSTALLATION1. Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.2. Install the rear exhaust pipe to cushion rubber.NOTE:After assembling, degrease the lubricant which was applied to the cushion rubber while removing/installing.3. Install t ...
Disassembly
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580) > Transmission CaseDISASSEMBLY1. Remove the oil stopper plate.2. Remove all plugs from the transmission case.3. Remove the oil seal using a screwdriver wrapped with cloth etc.4. Using the ST, remove the ball bearing of the secondary pulley.(1) Remove the ...
Installation
BRAKE > Rear Brake PadINSTALLATIONNOTE:Before installation, remove mud and foreign matter from the caliper body assembly and support - rear disc brake.1. Before installation, check the brake pad. Rear Brake Pad > INSPECTION">2. Apply a thin coat of grease to the pad clip.Preparation i ...
