Recommended Materials

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS

1. GENERAL
To insure the best performance, always use the specified oil, gasoline, adhesive, sealant, etc. or a substitute of equivalent quality.

2. FUEL
- Use unleaded gasoline to reduce air pollution, because using leaded gasoline will damage the catalytic converter.
- Do not use the low quality gasoline, or improper fuel such as diesel fuel, fuel alcohol, or gasoline additive because they will adversely affect on engine components.
- Always use gasoline that is equivalent to that prescribed in the owner's manual or that of high octane value. There is the possibility of damaging or improper operation of the engine and fuel injection system if the specifications are not observed. Use the prescribed gasoline type to maintain proper vehicle performance.

3. LUBRICANTS
Use the lubricants shown in the table below, or equivalent. See the table below to choose the correct SAE viscosity.










4. FLUID
Use the fluids specified in the table below. Do not mix two different kinds or makes of fluid.

CAUTION: Be sure to use the recommended or equivalent ATF or CVTF. Using material except recommended one or substitute would cause trouble.






5. COOLANT
Use genuine coolant to protect the engine.






6. REFRIGERANT
Standard air conditioners on Subaru vehicles use HFC134a refrigerant. Do not mix it with other refrigerants. Also, do not use any compressor oil other than DENSO OIL 8.






7. GREASE
Use grease and supplementary lubricants shown in the table below.






8. ADHESIVE
Use the adhesives shown in the table below, or equivalent.






9. SEAL MATERIAL
Use the seal material shown in the table below, or equivalent.