oil type SUBARU FORESTER 2017 SJ / 4.G User Guide

Maintenance and service/Cooling system
in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is
required to properly lubricate the en-
gine.
&Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
in this Owner ’s Manual. Refer to “Engine
oil ”F 12-4. Also, you must follow the oil
and filter changing intervals shown in the
Warranty and Maintenance booklet.
NOTE
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity
noted in chapter 12 is the recom-
mended engine oil for optimum engine
performance. Conventional oil may be
used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
Cooling system
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap until the engine has been
shut off and has cooled down
completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray of boil-
ing hot coolant when the cap is
removed.
CAUTION
. Vehicles are filled at the factory
with SUBARU Super Coolant that
does not require the first change
for 11 years/137,500 miles (11
years/220,000 km). This coolant
should not be mixed with any
other brand or type of coolant
during this period. Mixing with a
different coolant will reduce the
life of the coolant. Should it be
necessary to top up the coolant
for any reason, use only
SUBARU Super Coolant.
If the SUBARU Super Coolant is
diluted with another brand or type, the maintenance interval is
shortened to that of the mixing
coolant.
. Do not splash the engine coolant
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.
& Cooling fan, hose and con-
nections
Your vehicle employs an electric cooling
fan which is thermostatically controlled to
operate when the engine coolant reaches
a specific temperature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate
even when the coolant temperature high
warning light blinks or illuminates in RED,
the cooling fan circuit may be defective.
Refer to “Coolant temperature low indica-
tor light/Coolant temperature high warning
light ”F 3-17.
Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
Refer to “Fuses”F 11-37 and “Fuses and
circuits ”F 12-12.
If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling
system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
If frequent addition of coolant is neces-
sary, there may be a leak in the engine
cooling system. It is recommended that
11-12

Maintenance and service/Aluminum wheels
&Wheel replacement
When replacing wheels due, for example,
to damage, make sure the replacement
wheels match the specifications of the
wheels that are fitted as standard equip-
ment. Replacement wheels are available
from SUBARU dealers.
WARNING
Use only those wheels that are
specified for your vehicle. Wheels
not meeting specifications could
interfere with brake caliper opera-
tion and may cause the tires to rub
against the wheel well housing dur-
ing turns. The resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
NOTE
When any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to
change a flat tire, always check the
tightness of the wheel nuts after driv-
ing approximately 600 miles (1,000 km).
If any nut is loose, tighten it to the
specified torque.
Aluminum wheels
Aluminum wheels can be scratched and
damaged easily. Handle them carefully to
maintain their appearance, performance,
and safety.
. When any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to change
a flat tire, always check the tightness of
the wheel nuts after driving approximately
600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose,
tighten it to the specified torque.
. Never apply oil to the threaded parts,
wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the
wheel.
. Never let the wheel rub against sharp
protrusions or curbs.
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or
the center cap is replaced, be sure to
replace them with genuine SUBARU parts
designed for aluminum wheels.
Windshield washer fluid
CAUTION
Never use engine coolant as washer
fluid because it could cause paint
damage.
Windshield washer fluid warning light
(type A)
11-30

Replacing bulbs
WARNING
Bulbs may become very hot while
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs,
turn off the lights and wait until the
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is
a risk of sustaining a burn injury.
CAUTION
Replace any bulb only with a new
bulb of the specified wattage. Using
a bulb of different wattage could
result in a fire. For the specified
wattage of each bulb, refer to“Bulb
chart” F12-16.
Do not touch the glass portion of the
light bulb with bare hands. When
holding the glass portion is una-
voidable, hold it using a clean dry
cloth to avoid getting moisture and
oils on the bulb. Also, if the bulb is
scratched or dropped, it may blow
out or crack.
NOTE
. For models with type A combination
meter, if SRH is malfunctioning, the SRH OFF indicator on the combination
meter blinks when the ignition switch is
in the
“ON ”position. It indicates that
SRH has been deactivated. Contact a
SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
. For models with type B combination
meter, if SRH is malfunctioning, a
message appears on the warning
screen when the ignition switch is in
the “ON ”position. It indicates that SRH
has been deactivated. Contact a
SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
& Headlights (models with LED
headlights)
The LED headlights may be malfunction-
ing if the headlights do not illuminate or if
they do not illuminate at the appropriate
brightness. In this case, have your vehicle
inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as
possible.
&Headlights (models with ha-
logen headlights)
CAUTION
Halogen headlight bulbs become
very hot while in use. If you touch
the bulb surface with bare hands or
greasy gloves, fingerprints or
grease on the bulb surface will develop into hot spots, causing the
bulb to break. If there are finger
prints or grease on the bulb surface,
wipe them away with a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol.
NOTE
.
If headlight aiming is required, con-
sult your SUBARU dealer for proper
adjustment of the headlight aim.
. It may be difficult to replace the
bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.
To replace the right side headlight bulb,
use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the
air intake duct, then remove the air intake
duct.
Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs
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&Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
Oil Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models)
Oil grade .
SUBARU Extra MT*3
.API classification GL-5 (75W-90)*4.SUBARU Extra MT*3
.API classification GL-5 (75W-90)
Oil capacity*
13.5 US qt (3.3 liters, 2.9 Imp qt) Non-turbo models 1.26 US qt (1.19 liters, 1.05 Imp qt)
Turbo models 1.5 US qt (1.4 liters, 1.2 Imp qt)
Remarks*
2“ Manual transmission oil ”F 11-17 “
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil ”F 11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
*3: Equivalent to factory-filled oil.
*4: You may use this type of manual transmission oil. However, using this type of oil will detract from driveability and fuel efficiency. Specifications/Specifications
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12-7

14-10Index
Immobilizer.............................................................. 2-3
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-30
Shock sensors ....................................................... 2-31
Select lever Position indicator ................................................... 3-31
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-30
Shock sensors ........................................................... 2-31
Shopping bag hook .................................................... 6-13
Shoulder pretensioners ............................................... 1-25
SI-DRIVE .................................................................. 7-32
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-31
Snow tires ........................................................ 8-11, 11-23
Snowy and icy roads .................................................. 8-10
Sounding a panic alarm .............................................. 2-24
Spark plugs .................................................... 11-16, 12-10
Specifications ............................................................ 12-2
Speedometer ............................................................. 3-10
SRS Curtain airbag ........................................................ 1-61
Frontal airbag ........................................................ 1-51
Side airbag ........................................................... 1-61
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 4, 1-42
SRS airbag system Monitors. ............................................................... 1-69
Servicing ............................................................... 1-71
Warning light ......................................................... 3-15
Starting & stopping engine .................................... 7-9, 7-12
State emission testing (U.S. only) .................................. 7-7
Steering responsive fog lights system ......................... 3-103
OFF indicator ........................................................ 3-33
Warning indicator ................................................... 3-33 Steering Responsive Headlight
..................................... 3-99
Steering switches for audio .......................................... 5-62
Steering wheel
Heated Steering Wheel system .............................. 3-119
Power ................................................................... 7-34
Tilt/telescopic ....................................................... 3-118
Stop light ................................................................. 11-42
Storage compartment ................................................... 6-6
Sun shade ................................................................. 2-47
Sun visors .................................................................. 6-4
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ................ 1-42
Synthetic leather upholstery ......................................... 10-6
T
Tachometer ................................................................ 3-11
Temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP ......................................................... 3-19
Coolant ................................................................. 3-17
Temporary spare tire .................................................... 9-2
Tether (child restraint system) .............................. 1-37, 1-40
Tie-down hooks .......................................................... 9-13
Tire Chains .................................................................. 8-11
Inspection ............................................................ 11-25
Pressures and wear .............................................. 11-25
Replacement. .......................................................

11-29
Rotation .............................................................. 11-28
Size and pressure ................................................ 12-10
Types .................................................................. 11-23
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ....... 7-46, 9-8, 11-23
Warning light .......................................................... 3-19