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Recommended 2017 Subaru Forester Engine Oil Capacity & Type

Subaru / Subaru Four-Cylinder Engines / FB / FB25BA
Displacement - 2.5L H-4
Power - 170 hp
Torque - 174 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 5.1 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 0W-20
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 31 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 8.0 quarts
Subaru / FA / FA20 / FA20F
Displacement - 2.0L H-4
Power - 268 hp
Torque - 258 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 5.4 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 31 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 9.4 quarts

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- Meets the highest U.S. standards for automotive engine wear protection to provide top-of-the-line engine support

- Meets ILSAC GF-5 specifications to fulfill current energy-conserving performance standards

- Meets API SN Service Classification requirements to be suitable for use in modern engines

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- PREMIUM QUALITY - Our Votex drain plugs are MADE IN USA. From the Stainless Steel bar stock material, CNC machine that cuts our plug right down to the hands that craft each individual one. We carefull...

- HIGH TEMPERATURE NEODYMIUM MAGNET – Our plug uses a rare earth high strength neodymium magnet, rated specifically to function in high temperature environments extracting unwanted ferrous particles fro...

- PREMIUM STAINLESS STEEL – The drain plug market has a plethora of options which are constructed of aluminum. Aluminum is an inferior metal choice due to its strength and commonly shear/snap leaving yo...

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- Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles

- Engineered for use with conventional or synthetic motor oil. Silicone anti-drain back valve helps ensure safe engine start up

- A special blend of fibers and resin creates a proprietary filter media that captures 95% of dirt particles that can cause harmful engine wear

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- ★ Quality Material: The magnetic oil drain plug is made of high quality strong stainless steel aluminum and strong magnet, reusable oil drain plug for daily maintenance and oil change. Package contain...

- ★ Super Magnetic: The magnetic oil drain plug is designed simply to ensure better engine performance by keeping metal debris away. It uses the most powerful neodymium magnets to protect your engine fr...

- ★ Engine Protection: This magnetic drain plug is specially constructed to counteract the effects of crankcase pressure and gravity, and will add safety to your engine. It attracts fine iron particles,...

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- Optimizes engine life for up to 10,000 miles (when used with a full synthetic oil)

- 99% dirt removal power

- High-density synthetic blend media

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- EASY INSTALLATION: Engine oil filter comes with Suregrip non-slip surface making it easy to remove and implement your filter without slippery mess ups. Perfect for the DIYer like yourself, just screw...

- DURABLE DUAL LAYER: Compare to standard oil filters, FRAM Ultra Synthetic provides 99%+ filtration efficiency with pleated media that entraps all kinds of dirt and exhaust for a cleaner output.

- SUPERIOR ENGINE PROTECTION: FRAM car oil filter is composed of a slick silicone anti-drainback valve, delivering superior start-up engine protection with up to 3X the hot oil resistance. Keep your fil...

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- Contains synthetic fibers, which help promote clean oil - to support long engine life and performance

- Removes more contaminants than conventional filters

- Reduces resistance to oil flow while improving filter efficiency

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- Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles

- Engineered for use with conventional or synthetic motor oil. Silicone anti-drain back valve helps ensure safe engine start up

- A special blend of fibers and resin creates a proprietary filter media that captures 95% of dirt particles that can cause harmful engine wear

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Changing oil is an important maintenance task for any Subaru Forester vehicle. Oil lubricates and cools the engine, increasing performance and extending its life. The 2017 Subaru Forester oil capacity depends on the specific engine.

However, finding the right oil capacity is only one step of the process. Also pay attention to the recommended oil viscosity and type for your 2017 Subaru Forester as well as the torque required for the oil drain plug.

Browse the charts to determine how much oil your 2017 Subaru Forester takes and check other oil related specifications.