Do all Subarus use the same oil filter?
So all current production models get the small oil filter as such there is no need for Subaru to keep making available the bigger oil filter even if it would be more beneficial to your 2004 Outback or your 1992 Legacy. The good news is Subaru did lower the price of the blue filter a little.
What size is Subaru oil filter?
66.5mm
Oil Filter Socket is precise 66.5mm size. Works on all 2003-current Subaru vehicles with the 2.5L Turbo engine, including the WRX and Forester models.
How do you change the oil filter on a 2012 Subaru Forester?
No parts specified.
- Step 1 Oil and Oil Filter.
- Place the oil pan under the oil drain plug. (
- Unscrew the oil drain plug with the 17mm wrench.
- After letting the oil drain for 10 minutes unscrew and remove the oil filter.
- Coat the o-ring of the new filter with oil to ensure a good seal.
What kind of oil does a 2012 Subaru Forester take?
0W20 Synthetic
2012 Subaru Forester Oil 0W20 Synthetic. Synthetic 0W 20 Oil QT – SOA427V1310 – Genuine Subaru Part.
Do you have to use a Subaru oil filter?
Youll be fine without a subaru filter, if youre using it long enough that it creates the pressure to go into bypass you need to stop being cheap and replace the filter each change and change more often.
What synthetic oil does Subaru use?
Subaru Synthetic Motor Oil comes in two SAE weights: OW-20 and 5W-30. OW-20 is used in the non-turbo engine, designed for improved fuel economy and increased power. 5W-30 is formulated for the turbo engine, which runs at a higher temperature.
How much oil does a 2012 Forester take?
The recommended oil type on the 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5L is 0W-20 for all temperatures. If You want to know the capacity of Your vehicle, it’s 5.5 US quarts with a refill. This oil type and capacity also apply to the turbo engine in this model.
How often does a Subaru Forester need an oil change?
Most Subaru vehicles on the road today should have an oil change performed every 6 months or 6,000 miles – whichever comes first.