Engine Oil: Replacement

Open the engine oil filter cap for quick draining of engine oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Level Gauge And Oil Filler Gap
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Drain engine oil by loosening the engine oil drain plug.
CAUTION: If engine oil adheres to the exhaust pipe, wipe it off completely.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Oil Drain Plug
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Replace the drain plug gasket.
Tighten the engine oil drain plug after draining engine oil.
Tightening torque:

44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Oil Drain Plug
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Using engine oil of proper quality and viscosity, fill engine oil through the oil filler duct to the upper level on level gauge. Place the vehicle on a level surface when checking oil level.
Recommended oil:

Those with an API standard SM "Energy Conserving" logo.

ILSAC standard GF-4 "starburst mark" displayed on container top.

Engine oil capacity:

Upper level

Approx. 4.0l (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)

Lower level

Approx. 3.0 l (3.2 US qt, 2.6 lmp qt)

Fig 4: Viscosity And Temperature Chart
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1. SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature
2. Recommended
The proper viscosity helps vehicle get good cold and hot starting by reducing viscous friction and thus increasing cranking speed.
NOTE:
- When replenishing oil, it does not matter if the oil to be added is a different brand from that in the engine; however, use oil having the API standard and SAE viscosity No. designated by SUBARU.
- If vehicle is used in desert areas with very high temperatures or for other heavy duty applications, the following viscosity oils may be used:
API standard: SM or SL

ILSAC standard: GF-4

SAE Viscosity No.: 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50
Close the engine oil filler cap.
Start the engine and warm it up for a time.
Stop the engine to inspect the oil level again. <Ref. to INSPECTION , Engine Oil.>