2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca Owner's Manual - Page 305

Maintenance and service 11-9 The oil quantity indicated above is only a guideline. The necessary quantity of oil depends on the quantity of oil that has been drained. The quantity of drained oil differs slightly depending on the temperature of the oil and the time the oil is left flowing out. After refilling the engine with oil, therefore, you must use the dipstick to confirm that the level is correct. 13.Start the engine and make sure that no oil leaks appear around the filter's rubber seal and drain plug. 14.Run the engine until it reaches the normal operating temperature. Then stop the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil drain back. Check the oil level again and if necessary, add more engine oil. words "ENERGY CONSERVING" 1 These recommended oil grades can be identified by looking for either or both of the following marks displayed on the oil container. 2 A ERVICE S I S P M SAE 5W-30 R 3 GY C ONSE RV IN B00446 Recommended grade and viscosity B00014 API Service label 1) Indicates the oil quality by API designations 2) Indicates the SAE oil viscosity grade 3) Indicates that the oil has fuel saving capabilities EN ILSAC Certification Mark (Starburst Mark) Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark) or API classification SM with the In choosing an oil, you want the proper quality and viscosity, as well as one that will add to fuel economy. The following table lists the recommended viscosities and applicable temperatures. When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity as those recommended by SUBARU. - CONTINUED - G E