Engine - Oil Filter Design Change
NUMBER: 02-119-11DATE: 07/18/11
APPLICABILITY: 2011-2012 Forester 2.5L NA
SUBJECT: Oil Filter
INTRODUCTION
Please be advised that there has been a running design change on the engine oil filter used for the 2011 Foresters with naturally aspirated (FB25) engines.
For the Naturally Aspirated 2011 and 2012 Forester (only) these oil filters are interchangeable, and either one may be used. However, this will not be the case with other future Subaru models using these filter part numbers. Design requirements of future models will necessitate the use of a specific oil filter part number for each application going forward. Therefore, these parts will not supersede within our parts system and we will be carrying inventory of both parts.
Note:
These filters have different tightening requirements. Be sure to tighten each filter as indicated to prevent leakage due to over or under tightening.
PART INFORMATION
General information distinguishing the two filters:
If you have any questions regarding applicability of either of these filters, please contact the Parts information Coordinators.