Subaru Legacy: Recommended grade and viscosity
CAUTION
Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
NOTE
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine.
Changing the oil and oil filter
Change the oil and oil filter according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. The engine oil and oil filter must be changed more frequently than listed in the ...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 s ...See also:
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts
.
WARNING
Assume that other road users (pedestrian ...
Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip.
Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even ...
Low fuel warning light
The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty approximately
2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal). It only operates when the ignition switch
is in the “ON” position ...