2023 SUBARU FORESTER OIL CHANGE FULL TUTORIAL

[@rebecca1826]

Thanks Addy ! very comprehensive video !

[@bigdaddymak1439]

I got one of those funnels from Amazon that screws right in the fill hole. Best purchase ever for doing oil changes. Kudos to you young lady for learning to do car maintenance yourself. From an old man never stop learning or asking questions!!

[@joebklyn8458]

Nice video! Only one thing I'd like to add is that using a new 'crush washer' is very important. Drain plug leaks are real and can be avoided sooo...avoid 'em with a new washer.

[@javierb.9892]

Good video. You should definetly chnage the crush wahser everytime you replace the oil though. Additionally, you are correct in not overtightening the oil filter but you can tighten it a bit more with your hand, not just using your fingertips.

[@harsh_ip]

thank you for this comprehensive video

[@Anhedonis]

I’m not a fan of the Fram, but this is my car and color (FY22), so I love the video. Didn’t you get the 2 years of free maintenance? I bought mine during the great Forester famine and payed sticker, so I’m taking advantage of that.

[@steve8803]

@Anhedonis What did the fram ever do to you? They're perfectly fine. Stop reading the internet. And some people like to do their own maintenance, because nobody is going to take as good a care of your own vehicle as you will!

[@Tyler77573]

I prefer the Mobil1 filter myself, but the 23 psi bypass comment above has me wondering. Will need to research this a bit more

[@davidbollig2721]

Another nor, if you buy a Subaru filter from dealer you get a true crush washer with it. Reuse of a crushed washer is not the same. Also if you buy from Subaru you are in their system which gives you proof of purchase and makes adherence to warranty easier.

[@chuckwalla2967]

Does your engine consume any oil?

[@andresjaramillo1005]

Torque the oil drain plug at 31 ft pounds . But anything else you explained well.

[@duskycotw8404]

Subaru has a 23 psi bypass rating for the oil filter, do not use aftermarket they have 12-13 psi, which means they let unfiltered oil go into the engine, only use OEM Subaru black filters or Wix oil filters, they have the correct bypass rating.

[@b.s.karthekeankarthik7648]

Could you please share the wix filter part number. Amazon says wix doesn't fit

[@Bzz637]

im proud of you

[@adkborn]

I saw another video showing, because the filter is right side up instead of the older way where it was underneath the car, they, after changing the oil, press the gas pedal to the floor (flooding mode) and turned the car over several times until the oil light went out. He explained that this would fill the filter with oil before turning the car on. Not quite sure if this is necessary because the oil is in the engine compartment, but since the filter is on top, it seems like it may be a good idea. I, personally have never owned a vehicle with the filter on top. I may just do this extra step just to be safe. He said it would eventually ruin your engine. Like I said before, I don’t know why it would, but it may not hurt. Doesn’t take that long for this extra step. Any comments are appreciated!

[@billlink1726]

Great job and explanation. Might want to consider changing the oil plug washer. Don’t choke up so much on the wrench.

[@Chewanguy]

I believe the torque setting for the drain plug is 31 ft/lbs. Thanks

[@Chewanguy]

There is nothing wrong with Fram filters ,Ive been using them for over 50 years without an issue .

[@MrSquash62]

yeah the transmission nut should be labeled or something, i popped it off and immediately realized i fucked up, felt like pretty bad about it lol. scary but relatively easy fix

[@MikeLilley-lx8hl]

Definitely change the washer on the drain plug. Those are a one-time use item. Torque to approximately 31lb-ft.

[@steve8803]

@MikeLilley-lx8hl I am not saying your suggestion is a bad idea. I am just saying I have reused the washer for the lifetime of my vehicle, and there has never been any leaks because of it.

[@chuy623]

@@steve8803I have also not replaced my washer on one of my cars for years because I didn’t know they had one 🤣 no oil leaks either

[@brandonpetrilla1731]

Subaru OEM Filter only and I switched my foresters to 5w30 synthetic for better engine protection, 0w20 is oil spec’d for the US market for fuel economy not engine longevity.

[@WilliamUmstead-zb1pl]

Best oil and worst filter??? Not sure how that works

[@harryohe5844]

Two Suggestions: 1) Don't "Peel" the alum./plastic oil seal as that's how you get pieces in the oil. Use a shape knife and cut the perimeter of the seal about 4/5th of the way, grasp the remaining portion and pull to remove. 2) This model Subaru has an oil system priming feature to prevent dry starts. When you have completed the oil change and before you start the engine; push the gas peddle to the floor and hold it, then place the other foot on the brake. Now crank the engine for approx. 4-5 second as the engine "WILL NOT" start. Release both feet and the engine may still be cranking, push the start button and it will stop. Now the engine oil has primed the system and it's safe to start.

[@robertoviscardi4326]

Very good...Ciao 🇮🇹🚗🚗🚗

[@thegrid1258]

IMPORTANT NOTE: CVT FLUID IS NOT A LIFETIME FLUID. PLEASE READ INFORMATION BELOW. As soon as you said "your not really supposed to change the transmission fluid for the life of the car" I cringed so hard. Please do not mislead your viewers with this. Subaru of Japan recommends draining and refilling the CVT fluid every 36,000 miles and if you care about the life your car let alone your CVT you need to maintain it. MrSubaru1387 just posted a discussion video about this regarding the maintenance you need to do on most modern Subaru's found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6XYnamaqraWpMU He's also posted a really great video on how to drain and refill the CVT found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6jWhamCZqiFm68 CVT fluid is NOT and I repeat is NOT a lifetime fluid and that's across all vehicles, not just Subaru. Maintenance is so crucial for the life of your car. Subaru of Japan Maintenance Recommendations: Oil: Drain and Fill Every 5,000 miles (I highly recommend 3,000 though to prevent oil consumption) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGOyepyal8uKesk Spark Plugs: Replace every 60,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ_QaHufrdabjLs or kzbin.info/www/bejne/hInLqYGLnqmeY7M Serpentine Belt: Inspect and Replace every 60,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHm3e2h7qcutntk Air Filter: 12,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYnNYmBpq5uJa8k Coolant: Replace every 8 years or 80,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2LcaoiXrNqIlbc CVT Fluid: Drain and Fill every 3 year or 36,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6jWhamCZqiFm68 Front and Rear Differentials: Drain and Fill every 15 months or 15,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipXKZIebhZtrhMU Brake Fluid: Flush every 30 months or 30,000 miles kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGKxp6eLrMuFgMU Tire Rotation: Every 7,500 miles or every other oil change kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHbQpKqOmrZseck As a side note I do not recommend you use the the FRAM filter you used let alone any FRAM filter. Most filters for Subaru's do not provide the accurate oil pressure needed for the boxer motor and you really should be getting the OEM filter that came with the vehicle when it rolled off the line which is made in Japan by Tokyo Roki. Part Number: 15208AA160 which you can find here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CLZ1X565/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_6?smid=A16OVF05M5A76J&psc=1 Subaru of America's own "Subaru Blue" oil filter which was used in most US Subaru dealerships are actually FRAM filters in disguise and alot US dealerships have since gotten ride of those filters as they caused poor oil pressure which is what caused the oil consumption issues (or well part of it). Also, telling your viewers to re-use the old crush washer is bad advise. You want to always use a new crush washer when putting any drain plug back and starting it by hand and then torqueing it to the proper spec using a torque wrench, not an impact. If you use an impact straight out the gate, you risk double threading, over tightening or stripping out the drain hole completely. Remember, these are Japanese cars. SOJ and SOA have different standards and it's important to go with Japan's as they are the ones who designed these cars. If you want to learn more about Tokyo Roki filters, MrSubaru1387 also talks about them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGK1dGhsmd93grs You'll find the Subaru Community is extremely welcoming and helpful. We're all here to help each other learn, especially with maintenance. I hope this information helps you and helps any of your viewers as well.

[@sgtkabukiman9411]

That's what I immediately thought when I saw the drain plug. If it's a liftime fluid you don't change, why have a drain plug?

[@williamjoseph1300]

You’d think they would label the transmission fluid too

[@darekniewinski3002]

Trans fluid should be changed beetwen 30k or 60k depends on what kinds of driving you do if city 30k if highway 60k

[@darekniewinski3002]

@@AntilleanConfederation don't own a Subaru so i dont know what interval they recommend, all i know whatever they say it's usually half of that. They might not recommend, but when something goes wrong down the road, you will be the one paying to get it fixed when it's out of the warranty.

[@Th3Think3r]

​@@AntilleanConfederation You are correct, Subaru of America (SOA) does not recommend changing CVT fluid unless you tow, in which case they recommend changing it every 15k. They, like other manufacturers call it a "lifetime fluid". No fluid is immune to breakdown. The reason why SOA does not include it as a regular maintenance item is mostly so they can minimize their cost to own for marketing purposes (CVT fluid is expensive). The owners manuals for Subaru's sold in Japan and Canada both recommend changing the fluid at different intervals but both pre-60k miles. Those vehicles are not appreciably different, so... I recommend anyone who owns a sealed transmission with a "lifetime fluid" to do additional research.

[@thegrid1258]

@@AntilleanConfederation That is simply not true. Subaru of Japan recommends draining and refilling the CVT every 36,000 miles or every 3 years (Whichever comes first). MrSubaru1387 just posted a discussion video about SOA and SOJ's maintenance intervals found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6XYnamaqraWpMU He's also posted a really great video on how to drain and refill the CVT found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6jWhamCZqiFm68 CVT Fluid for any vehicle is not a lifetime fluid and if you care about the life and performance of your vehicle, you really need to be doing the proper maintenance.

[@AntilleanConfederation]

@@thegrid1258 yeah that’s why from now on I don’t ask the dealership for service advice. Lol

[@thegrid1258]

@@AntilleanConfederation I've had the same issue with the service dept. at my Subaru Dealership as well. I actually went through all the maintenance intervals with the General Manager and since then they have done a much better job of getting everyone up to speed. I'm glad you found the right information for your Subaru though!

[@Mersipher]

Stay with oem

[@billlink1726]

Walmart will also accept the old oil.

[@adrianruiz8690]

Im not an expert at all believe me but never get fram oil filter. Get a better one for like dollars more

[@davidbollig2721]

Fram filters junk. Not my opinion look at any comparison. In addition Subaru filters have anti drain back valve, check out Mr Subaru.

[@timin770]

Decent oil, bad filter. Fram is garbage

[@AntilleanConfederation]

You left hella oil in the motor. First take off your oil fill cap. Cover it with a towel so it won’t get dirty inside the filler tube. Next you do lift up your dipstick to allow air in, then you do the oil pan plug, and while that drips do your filter to allow all the oil to come out of the motor. Do this while the car is leveled to make sure you can get the most oil out.

[@rileydj8764]

Watch the video. She loosened cap, filter and dipstick.

[@jamesmaccari9128]

Well done young lady.

[@AntilleanConfederation]

Fram filters suck. Use wix or oem.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

Just the orange cans have cardboard end caps rest are good filters