2012 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 433

Maintenance and service 11-11 NOTE . Just after driving or while the engine is warm, the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the full level and the notch mark (turbo models). This is caused by thermal expansion of the engine oil. . To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do not add any additional oil above the full level when the engine is cold. on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when driving in extremely cold weather. 1. Warm up the engine by letting the engine idle for approximately 10 minutes to ease draining the engine oil. 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. 3. Remove the oil filler cap. & Changing the oil and oil filter CAUTION . If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal. . Do not dispose of used engine oil by placing it in the trash, or by pouring it onto the ground, into sewers, or into any body of water. Check with your local government office for the proper disposal options available to you. 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 maintenance schedule when driving Non-turbo models 4. Drain out the engine oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm. The used oil should be drained into an appropriate container and disposed of properly. WARNING Turbo models Be careful not to burn yourself with hot engine oil. 5. Wipe the seating surface of the drain plug with a clean cloth and tighten it securely with a new sealing washer after the oil has completely drained out. 6. Remove the under cover (turbo models). - CONTINUED -