All that glitters is not gold. Which oil to choose for servicing Subaru Forester, Legacy or Impreza and Tribeca?

It is known that there is oil consumption according to the passport and due to engine wear. But many customers also notice waste costs from the brand - this is a fair remark. All of them contain additives: detergents, anti-wear, etc. Incomplete combustion of fuel leads to unburnt fractions getting into the engine oil, which affects the stability of the additives, precipitation, and loss of their properties. This factor is also influenced by high temperatures, which are formed in the area of ​​​​the upper compression ring and the edge of the Subaru cylinder, where the piston is shifted, i.e. "fidgets" as it passes top dead points. And, if you take into account the design of the boxer engine, where the advantage is good weight distribution, and the disadvantage is the horizontal arrangement of the pistons. With this design, fidgeting becomes greater than on other power units, which means more wear. Everyone also knows that from low quality fuel rings tend to coke.

What is the result? When oil scraper rings are still working and not worn out, but the compression ones are coked, then the latter begin to work like a pump and pump oil into the combustion chamber. The position aggravates wear in the upper part of the cylinder, as we already wrote from repositioning the piston. Thus, consumption increases significantly. And over time, a knock appears, usually on 4 cylinders.

What to do and how to protect Subaru from such consumption?

1. Choosing a gas station - it’s almost impossible to do this. Today at the same gas station the quality of fuel is one, but tomorrow it will be different.

2. The choice of oil for servicing Subaru, it makes no difference what model - Forester, Impreza, Legacy and Tribeca or XV - design, design and specifications are the same. We do not take into account power and torque. You can come to us with your own, which in your opinion is the best. We offer one that is poured on a conveyor belt - at idemitsu (Idemitsu) and traditionally Motul.

3. Use flushing oil system and not be afraid of rumors that it is harmful. We recommend and use the MF5 flash motor from the Finnish company RVS-master. The only rinse that deeply cleans surfaces and removes all carbon deposits, deposits and sludge, and also decarbonizes rings.

4. Change oil more often. For Forester, Legacy and Impreza Turbo this is 5-7 thousand km. mileage For naturally aspirated engines this is 8-10 thousand km. It is important to remember that if power unit was subjected to overheating, then there is no need to wait for the end of the service interval; it must be changed immediately, since there is nothing left of the lubricating and anti-wear properties.

The choice is small in Subaru automatic transmissions.

The second most important and costly repair unit is the Subaru automatic transmission or CVT. If for automatic transmission regulatory period oil changes are prescribed and amount to 50 thousand km, then the variator for Subaru does not have it - this means that it is designed for the entire service life. But, from life, we know that any technical fluid is subject to aging, oxidation, and, as a result, loss of its lubricating and extreme pressure properties. In addition, it is in the Forester and Legacy CVT that these properties are needed more than ever. After all, switching in the box occurs thanks to a metal chain that connects the plates. That is, there is constant friction of metal on metal.

And the wear particles ultimately remain in the box. The cost of repairing a variator exceeds 100 thousand rubles. and few people undertake to rebuild it. For automatic transmission servicing we use and recommend - “Idemitsu” Multi ATF, for CVT- automatic transmission gears - Multi on idemitsu CVTF. Driving in an aggressive style, slipping and towing is not recommended. If it overheats, change it. In an automatic transmission, change it at a flushing installation and make a complete replacement.

Gearbox oil for Forester, Legacy, Impreza and Tribeca.

Maintenance includes replacement every 50 thousand km. The volume in the front gearbox is 0.8-1.0 liters. In the rear - 1.2 liters. The oil used is 1SHC 75W s-90, for the rear self-locking general shts. If the seals between the front differential and transmission are not sealed properly, mixing may occur. technical fluids. It is recommended to check the level.

Power steering fluid.

Like most car brands, ATF320 is used in a volume of 1 liter. Mileage replacement is not assigned. As a result, car owners forget about replacement and are faced with problems that are expressed by biting the steering wheel, humming when cold, and when the steering wheel is turned out. The fluid in the gur is also subject to aging due to wear particles from the pump. Leaking steering rack oil seals leads to a decrease in the oil level in the steering wheel, which is why it howls. If you don’t top up on time and don’t go for repairs, then bypass valve will hang on the Subaru and the steering becomes tight.

Our recommendations are to regularly check the level, timely service power steering systems Complete replacement power steering fluids with flushing at the installation allows you to remove wear products and completely change a little, thereby extending the service life.

When did the first variator appear?Subaru

Fuji Heavy Industries, the manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, began to deal with CVTs in the mid-1980s; in 1984, the first electronically controlled V-belt variator, the ECVT, began to be installed on the Justy subcompact car. Subaru engineers were already able to win main drawback variator - fragility. The Justy variator did not have an elastic belt, as on cars of other companies, but a pusher belt made of metal links. The variator was controlled hydraulically and used electronics and sensors.

In 2009, Fuji Heavy Industries announced the Lineartronic CVT, which is based on LuK technology. On international motor show models were presented to the public in New York Subaru Outback and Legacy 2010 model year, equipped with CVTs.

LuK currently supplies the Subaru Lineartronic CVT with chain and guides. In it, 150 axes connect more than 900 plates according to the principle of a bicycle chain, only in a more complex sequence. A chain differs from a belt in being much more flexible and allows the use of pulleys of a smaller radius. At minimum bending radii, the chain experiences lower internal stresses than a reinforced belt, the parts of which rub against each other during deformation. Therefore, a V-chain variator is more efficient and reliable than a V-belt one.

Types of Subaru CVTs

Subaru's CVT is not coupled with a conventional clutch, but with a torque converter, which is usually combined with traditional planetary automatic transmissions. When starting from a standstill, the torque converter ensures a smooth start to movement, a confident start uphill and comfortable “crawl” movement in city traffic jams.

Lineartronic CVTs are currently available in two types: old version, which is now used for turbocharged engines - TR 690 (Generation I or generation 1), a new version CVT installed on Subaru cars with new naturally aspirated engines - TR 580 (Generation II or generation 2). Data on the variator can be viewed on the plate of the central pillar, if you open driver's door. For turbo versions, Subaru uses the TR 690 CVT with a new torque converter and valve block.

Do I need to change the oil in the variator?

Initially, in the manuals for using Subaru cars with a CVT under gentle operating conditions, changing the oil in the CVT was not regulated until the mileage was 120,000 kilometers. Then, in some cases, Subaru began to recommend an oil change at 90,000 km, and a special letter from the company was distributed about this. At harsh conditions operation: at temperatures below -30ºС; in mountainous areas; when towing a trailer; when driving on sand, or equivalent to them, you may need to change the oil in the variator earlier - after 45,000 kilometers.

Features of oil for Subaru CVTs

CVT oil has special requirements and is noticeably different from both conventional manual transmission oil and automatic transmission oil. Under heavy load, the oil turns into a thin film capable of transmitting torque, and under other conditions it performs normal functions - lubricating or ensuring the operation of the clutches. Until the 1980s, there was no oil that, under pressure, could increase rather than reduce the coefficient of friction.

In addition, the variator creates hard temperature conditions work, and the result is actively wearing out and contaminating the liquid. Fluid aging for a variator is even more critical than for an automatic transmission. Still, in automatic transmission it transmits torque friction discs having a good adhesion coefficient. And CVT fluids work in a metal-to-metal friction pair, which determines slightly different requirements for them.

CVT oils are a separate type of oils that should provide not only lubrication, but also prevent slippage. That is, the same liquid must simultaneously act as a heat sink, lubricant, and friction enhancer between the belt and pulley to avoid slipping. It would seem that one excludes the other, but these are the characteristics inherent in CVT oils. And that is why they are so unique.

What oil can I use?

For Subaru cars with a Lineartronic CVT, not just any CVT oil, or even any Subaru CVT oil, is suitable! Only oils are suitable for chain variator transmissions that are specified as compatible with Subaru Lineartronic CVT.

Previously, the official Subaru service recommended for cars with naturally aspirated engine and TR 580 variator, use SUBARU CVT Oil Lineartronic oil, article number K0425Y0710 (available only in 20 liter containers). Now this oil has already been discontinued; instead, SUBARU CVT Oil Lineartronic II article K0425Y0711 is used for maintenance (only for cars with naturally aspirated engines, variators TR 690 and TR 580). The color of Lineartronic ll oil is green and is available only in 20 liter containers.

For turbocharged versions with the TR 690 CVT, oil for turbo versions is used - SUBARU High Torque CVT Fluid article K0421Y0700, available only in 20 liter containers, the color of the oil is red. This fluid allows the variator to withstand more torque. Only this liquid can be poured into a CVT installed on a turbocharged Subaru car, but it can also be suitable for all CVTs installed on Subaru with a naturally aspirated engine.

Subaru still has another type of CVTs installed on small cars Subaru R1, R2, etc. It is important not to confuse and not to fill the Lineartronic CVT with Subaru i-cvt (K0415YA090) or Subaru i CVT-FG Fluid (K0414Y0710), which is only suitable for small cars.

How we looked for fluid for the variator

Since the fluid recommended by the official Subaru dealer is expensive and is sold only in 20-liter containers, and our customers need to replace the fluid in the variator more and more often, we started looking for analogues.

Initially, we studied reviews and messages from Subaru car owners on the Internet and tried to find out from official representatives who the real manufacturer is SUBARU fluids CVT Oil Lineartronic II. There are rumors that Subaru does not produce CVT fluid on its own; according to unconfirmed information, these oils are produced by Idemitsu.

As a result of our searches, we selected four companies to which we contacted with a request regarding the presence in their range of oil suitable for Subaru Lineartronic CVT variators - these are the companies Idemitsu, Motul, Nippon and Liqui Moly. We did not consider other options due to availability negative reviews, lack of approval in the technical specifications for Lineartronic Subaru chain variators and the ability to purchase this oil in Russia.

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the results obtained

Company	Result of contacting the manufacturer	Result of contacting the Russian representative office	conclusions
Idemitsu Kosan (Japan)	The request was sent through a form on the website http://www.idemitsu.com/, from the company IDEMITSU KOSAN Co.,Ltd. the answer was received that suitable oil no, and the advice is to use the original Subaru fluid.	Employees of the official Russian representative office responded to the request with the following: “Unfortunately, our Idemitsu CVTF does not cover the requirements of Lineartronic chain variators. There is no analogue."	Idemitsu had Idemitsu oil Extreme CVTF is similar to SUBARU CVT OIL FOR LINEARTRONIC K0425Y0710, but this oil has now been discontinued. Modern oil Idemitsu CVTF is not suitable for Subaru CVTs.
Liqui Moly (Germany)	A request was sent to the company's e-mail and a response was received that Liqui Moly did not have a suitable oil in its assortment.	A request has been sent by email official representative, no response was received. The site recommends going to the forum where information is found that Liqui oil Moly Top Tec ATF 1400 is suitable for Subaru Lineartronic-CVT TR580 Gen II CVTs, this is also indicated in the technical specifications of the oil	Due to the fact that conflicting information was received, we decided to take into account the response of the manufacturer, and not the representative office, and refuse Liqui Moly.
Motul (France)	A request was sent to the company's e-mail, but no response was received.	A request was sent to the official representative's e-mail, and a response was received that there is a liquid in the line that corresponds to the Subaru part number K0425Y0710, called Multi CVTF.	Taking into account the reviews, the response from the official representative of the company and the technical characteristics, this oil can be used for Subaru TR 580 and TR 690 CVTs installed on cars with naturally aspirated engines.
Nippon Oil (Japan) oil is produced under the ENEOS brand	The request was sent through a form on the website http://www.noe.jx-group.co.jp/english/ a response was received through a Russian representative that ENEOS Premium CVT Fluid oil is suitable for Subaru Lineartronic CVT	In response to the request, technical characteristics of ENEOS Premium CVT Fluid and a proposal for cooperation were received.	We decided to stop at ENEOS oil Premium CVT Fluid and offer campaign to change the oil in the variator together with the Russian representative office of Nippon Oil .

Official representatives of Subaru do not recommend changing the oil yourself, since when changing it, a number of conditions must be met - the oil temperature must be 35-45ºС, the replacement must be carried out under the control of a diagnostic monitor. It is important to remember that when changing the oil yourself or using non-original oil Without strict compliance with the requirements of the instructions, you are taking a certain risk.

Subaru has refused hydromechanical boxes in favor of CVTs for a number of reasons. The continuously variable transmission utilizes the engine's traction capabilities more efficiently and at the same time provides better fuel efficiency - and therefore reduces harmful emissions. At the same time, modern 8- and even 9-speed automatic transmissions, which to some extent are beginning to approach the efficiency of CVTs, are too complex in design, they have lower reliability and service life. CVTs are much simpler and more maintainable.

Currently, Subaru has three models of V-belt variators. Moreover, the company produces them independently. The only unit purchased is German chain belt. The first model: the so-called “short” variator. The unit consists of a torque converter, a planetary gearbox and the variator itself. It works in tandem with base motor with a volume of 1.6 liters and aspirated engines with a volume of 2.0 and 2.5 liters (except for the Outback). The Outback station wagon uses a “long” variator, designed for increased loads. It has a planetary gearbox behind the variator unit. When updating the model in next year it will be abandoned in favor of the “short” one. Based on the “long” variator, a third option was made - for supercharged engines of 2.0 and 2.5 liters. It is capable of processing torque up to 350 Nm!

How does long-term driving in reverse affect the service life of the automatic transmission and the variator?

For designers of any transmissions movement in reverse- This is an auxiliary short-term mode. All elements are designed for the main forward movement. Driving in reverse for a long time high speed(for example, avoiding traffic jams) reduces the service life of the units as a whole. Reverse rotation affects the condition not so much of the planetary gearbox and the variator assembly, but of the specially profiled teeth of the main hypoid pair.

I can’t back up onto a curb in a Forester with a CVT. Is it possible to solve this problem by reprogramming the electronic brains of the unit?

The problem of insufficient torque when engaging reverse cannot be solved by reprogramming the CVT control unit. The planetary gearbox with a specific gear ratio is partly to blame for the problem. Typically, when designing transmissions, emphasis is not placed on higher torque reverse gears. However, having received a lot of complaints from owners who find it difficult to drive up high curbs or reverse on heavy soils, we have developed a new planetary gearbox, which will go into production next year.

Comment by ZR. Subaru currently does not have enough statistics on the service life and failures of CVTs - they have been produced since 2010 and have proven to be quite reliable: so far the number of breakdowns is insignificant. It’s good that Subaru produces CVTs on its own - in this case, it is easier to monitor the quality and make timely changes to the design if it requires it. In normal operating modes, CVTs do not need an oil change, but when operating in difficult conditions (mountain roads, towing a trailer, very low temperatures) the recommended interval is 45,000 km.

Why was the downshift on the Forester removed?

The lowering range was the prerogative of cars with 5-speed gearboxes mechanical boxes gears and engines of previous series. The gear ratio of the range multiplier was very modest - approximately 1.4. With the advent of new engines featuring high torque at low revs, and 6-speed gearboxes with well-chosen gear ratios it was decided to abandon the downshift, which practically lost its meaning.

Many owners of Foresters and Outbacks complain about the steering rack knocking when driving over uneven surfaces. When will you fix this problem?

The knocking sound of the rack when driving over uneven surfaces does not always indicate a malfunction - it is largely due to a design feature designed for excellent handling. However, engineers are working to minimize this effect, taking into account Russian realities. If the knocking noise is associated specifically with a malfunction of the rack parts, then on warranty vehicles we replace the entire rack assembly. Usually the articulation of the gear-rack pair and the connection of the steering rods with the rack suffer.

When a customer complains about knocking official dealer obliged to carry out diagnostics. We consider each case individually and often meet the owner halfway, even if there is no obvious malfunction: we install special components with a reduced knocking effect. But we warn you that this will deteriorate the car's handling.

The problem is partly exaggerated. They first started talking about this when the Foresters previous generation electric power steering appeared. Engineers are working, and with the advent of the latest evolution of the crossover, the number of complaints from owners has decreased several times: over the past six months there have been only five cases of replacing the racks. On Outbacks this phenomenon is more common, since the car has not yet been subjected to deep modernization. We hope to rectify this with the model update next year.

Comment by ZR. Cars of other brands had similar problems at one time. Some companies even imposed a ban on replacing steering racks under warranty if the basis was only customer complaints about knocking.

I noticed that there are fewer and fewer engines with a timing belt drive. What is the reason?

Subaru has only two engines left with a timing belt drive - a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter on the Outback and a turbo engine of the same volume on the Impreza WRX STI. But next year the new Outback will be equipped with a “chain” engine from Forester. A “belt” motor for the STI is the principled position of Japanese engineers. They don't want to make significant changes to this time-tested engine yet, considering it ideal for the fastest Impreza.

In the late 1980s, Subaru, like many other companies, switched to a timing belt drive to reduce noise. But with the advent of low-noise chains, we began to return to the original, chain version. Such a drive is more reliable, and for owners it also means significant savings on maintenance - after all, the chain is designed for the entire service life of the motor.

Why don’t you sell cars with turbodiesels in Russia, as well as Outbacks and Foresters with turbo engines in combination with manual transmissions?

The appearance of turbodiesel Subaru Russian market not yet possible due to Low quality fuel (primarily in the regions). Other brands have Euro-4 class turbodiesels in their portfolio, which they supply to Russia. And Subaru initially designed its engine to meet Euro-5 requirements.

Supercharged cars gasoline engines and manual transmissions are not in demand on the Russian market (of course, this does not apply to sports Imprezas). Taking on large costs associated with the supply of cars for the sake of meager sales is a luxury even for more mass manufacturers.

What kind of oil to pour into Subaru engines? What causes the increased oil consumption on engines of the FB‑20 model (volume 2.0 l)?

The manufacturer's main recommendation is to use 0W‑20 standard oil. It is suitable for normal operating conditions and achieves maximum fuel efficiency. For severe conditions, we recommend 5W‑30 oil.

We are aware of complaints about increased consumption oils for FB‑20 engines, but this rare cases. Usually the reason lies in insufficient rigidity of the material. piston rings. Modernized parts are already on the conveyor. When a customer makes a complaint, the dealer must diagnose the motor - and if a malfunction is detected, warranty car obliged to carry out free repairs.

And further. Contrary to rumors, the factory fills full-fledged, not run-in engine oil. For “chain” engines, zero maintenance (oil change) is provided for 5000 km, and for “belt” engines - for 1600 km. The regulated service mileage is 15,000 km. When operating the machine in difficult conditions, the dealer will select a shortened oil change interval on an individual basis.

Since 2009, Subaru began equipping its cars with Lineatronic CVTs, built using technologies German company LuK. Subaru Outback and Subaru Legacy. Currently almost all updated the lineup Subaru has configurations based on a CVT. Although the popularity of Subaru cars equipped with a CVT is not great in Russia and many fans of the brand prefer manual transmission, such cars are also bought from us.

Subaru cars recent years releases are very reliable and rarely require repairs. But recently, Subaru Center has received several requests related to the failure of variators when the factory installed manufacturer resource 250,000 km or 5 years. Also, since 2013, Subaru has distributed a bulletin to dealers, which strongly recommended changing the oil in the CVTs of all cars with a mileage of more than 90,000 km. This was due to the fact that with increasing mileage, the oil in the variator loses its properties. Spoiled oil changes its color from blue to red. In cars that exceeded this limit without changing the oil, loud noise in the variator, during disassembly, breakdowns were discovered in the valve body. In this regard, we would like to draw your attention to the operating features of the variator for its long and uninterrupted operation.

What should you pay attention to when you have a car?Subaruwith variator:

1. ATF fluid in the variator in our road conditions need to be changed often enough, after 40,000 km, because road conditions in Russia they are classified as complex. For such conditions, the operating manual specifies exactly this frequency. Late replacement fluid may damage the variator.

1. Must be used specifically ATF fluid, specially designed for the variator. The Subaru company offers two fluids - SUBARU CVT Oil Lineatronic article K0425Y0710 and Subaru CVT C-30 Oil article SOA868V9245. The variator is very sensitive to quality transmission oil, and there is no point in experimenting with unsuitable liquids. Variator oil contains special additives and modifiers, thanks to which it simultaneously lubricates and prevents chain slippage. Besides these useful properties Such oil effectively removes heat, and the pulley block and variator chain are sensitive to overheating.
2. Due to its design features, the CVT does not tolerate shock loads and aggressive driving style. Sudden starts, braking and maneuvers can lead to an earlier exhaustion of the life of the variator pulley unit. But an automatic transmission is unlikely to withstand such treatment for long.
3. Long and constant driving at very high speed may lead to overheating of the variator. True, moving at such a speed is always associated with a violation traffic rules for speeding.
4. In winter in frosty weather When starting to move, you need to avoid putting loads on the transmission. It is necessary to allow all elements of the system to warm up at low speed.
5. CVT is contraindicated for towing with a cable when the engine is not running. Rotation of the wheels will cause rotation of the driven shaft with the pulley, and the chain may damage the pulley on the braked drive shaft.

A car with a CVT can provide comfortable driving, but requires more stringent conditions for compliance with operating rules. Don’t forget to change the oil in your variator on time, and it will serve you for hundreds of thousands of kilometers.

The Subaru CVT is considered one of the most reliable among CVTs from other manufacturers. Instead of a belt, it uses a chain manufactured by Luk to transmit torque. It consists of steel axles and plates connected like a bicycle chain. This innovation made it possible to expand the operating range of the variator, while making it more compact. The V-chain variator has the lowest losses during torque transmission and the highest efficiency.

On Subaru cars with Lineartronic continuously variable transmission system is used all-wheel drive with active torque distribution among the axes. The clutch, which transmits torque to the front axle, protects the variator from torque overloads. Clutch insurance together with the system electronic control increased accuracy allows you to reduce the pressure in the hydraulic system that regulates the radius of the pulleys. The pressure is created by a pump driven by an engine. The lower the hydraulic pressure, the greater the fuel economy the transmission provides. The lower pulley is positioned so that high speeds rotation, it does not come into contact with the oil in the crankcase. This eliminates drag from oil churning, thereby providing additional fuel and power savings.

On Subaru cars, the variator is installed together with a torque converter, which is capable of quadrupling the engine torque, providing a smooth start, confident start uphill and comfortable movement at low speeds in city traffic jams. To avoid energy losses at speeds above 10 km/h, the torque converter is completely blocked.

Subaru's Lineartronic CVT, unlike V-belt CVTs, is more durable and designed to be repairable; components for it, including pulleys and a chain, can be ordered separately. But still, the features of its design impose certain requirements for its operation.

Which oil will do for Subaru CVT? Read in our new

Automobile manufacturer Subaru brands considers the variator not servicing technical unit. Russian cars On the contrary, experts believe that the oil in the Subaru XV transmission should be changed at certain intervals.

When should you change the fluid in the variator?

The fluid in the variator needs to be changed every 60 thousand kilometers.

Causes regular replacement oils:

• Operation of the vehicle at low temperatures;
• Operating a vehicle off-road;
• When regularly towing trailers.

Signs that replacement is needed:

• The variator does not work correctly;
• The car accelerates poorly or does not move;
• Jerks when starting;
• Engine vibration internal combustion at idle speed.

What kind of oil should I use?

The Subaru XV is equipped with a CVT model Lineatronic. Replacement frequency original liquid– once every 60 thousand kilometers.

Model original oil— Subaru CVT Oil Lineatronic K0425-Y0710. The required volume for replacement is 6 liters.

Note: except original motor oil analogues can be used. In this case, the replacement frequency is reduced by approximately half - every 30,000 kilometers.

The process of changing the oil in the Subaru XV variator

Step-by-step instructions for changing the oil in the variator on a Subaru XV:

1. A vehicle lift is used or the vehicle is placed on an overpass.
2. The internal combustion engine starts. Waiting for the radiator fan to turn on. The engine stops.
3. At the bottom of the vehicle, unscrew the protective plastic shield and unscrew it drain plug. A container for draining oil from the variator with a volume of up to 10 liters is first placed under the hole.
4. After about 10 minutes, all the car oil will drain (about 6-7 liters).
5. The funnel is being prepared for replacement lubricant. Transmission oil is filled through the dipstick. Its hole is located in a hard-to-reach place; a funnel is used.
6. The drain plug is screwed in. For this, a new sealing washer is used.
7. The internal space of the transmission is filled with new lubricant.
8. The engine starts, warms up, and then the sufficient oil level is determined. It should be at the HOT mark.

Oil change procedure Subaru transmissions XV is completed.

Changing the oil in the variator of other Subaru models

Changing the oil in the variator of other Subaru models is carried out in the same way as described in the instructions above. But when replacing some cars of Japanese origin, peculiarities may arise.

The oil in the variator on a Subaru Outback is changed every 45 thousand kilometers. First of all, the level is determined oil material. For this vehicle is installed on a flat surface, the power unit warms up and then the ignition is turned off. The hood opens and there is a variator dipstick, with which you can determine the oil level. The oil rod is taken out, wiped with a dry cloth, installed back and taken out again. When replacing oily liquid You can follow the instructions above.

The oil in the variator in a Subaru Forester is changed every 60 thousand kilometers. This only applies to original components. The shift time is determined conditionally or the condition of the liquid is analyzed by color and smell, as well as due to malfunctions.