Subaru Forester: Specifications
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
Dimensions
*1: Measured with vehicle empty
Engine
Electrical system
AT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmission
Fuel
NOTE
The engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline.
*1: If unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) is not available, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher may be temporarily used. For details, refer to “Fuel”.
Engine oil
For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to “Engine oil”.
NOTE
The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by
a properly-trained expert. It is recommended
that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer.
Approved engine oil
Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer.
If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
Alternative engine oil
If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used.
NOTE
Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for
replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.
Non-turbo models
Turbo models
Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
For the checking procedure, or other details, refer to “Manual transmission oil”, “Front differential gear oil (AT models)”, “Rear differential gear oil”.
Fluids
NOTE
Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for
replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.
For the checking procedure, or other details, refer to “Automatic transmission fluid”, “Power steering fluid”, “Brake fluid” or “Clutch fluid (MT models)”.
Engine coolant
NOTE
Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for
replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.
For the checking, adding and replacing procedure, or other details, refer to “Cooling system”.
Tires
*: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) at the edge of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel nuts by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible.
NOTE
For the Latin American models, there is a conventional tire installed under the
floor of the cargo area.
Wheel alignment
*: The difference between right-hand camber and left-hand camber should be within 45’ or less.
See also:
Hill start assist system (MT models)
The Hill start assist system is a
device only for helping the driver
to START the vehicle on an uphill
grade. To prevent accidents when
the vehicle is parked on a slope, be
sure to firmly set the parking brake.
When setting the parking ...
Vehicle loading information
- It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area inside the vehicle.
In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to
be seriously injured or killed.
- Do not allow people to ride in
any area of your vehicle that is
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