2020 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Oil: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
  • If the engine oil is spilt over the engine, exhaust pipe or the under cover, completely wipe it off to avoid emission of smoke or causing a fire.

Engine oil: 

Refer to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS>GREASE .

Engine oil capacity: 

Refer to LUBRICATION (H4DO)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>SPECIFICATION .

  1. Remove the oil filler cap.
  2. Remove the clips and turn the engine oil drain cover 180°.
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  3. Drain engine oil by loosening the drain plug.
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  4. Install the drain plug using a new gasket.

    Tightening torque: 

    41.7 N.m (4.3 kgf-m, 30.8 ft-lb)

  5. Turn the engine oil drain cover 180° back to the original position, and install the clips.
  6. Add engine oil up to the "F" line on oil level gauge.
  7. Install the oil filler cap.
  8. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LUBRICATION (H4DO)>ENGINE OIL>INSPECTION .
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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