DIY Oil Change - 2015+ Subaru WRX

[@simonyou6440]

The fumoto oil valve is such a time saver. No more catching the plug before it drops in the pan, hot oil running down your hands, replacing washers, and you don't even need the oil pan if you have the valve w/ the nipple extension and hose. You can just route it straight to a bottle.

[@ursusminimus981]

this is my first time seeing an oil "valve", that seems great for convenience, is it reliable?

[@BoostedFA]

I love mine.

[@Spacemonkeymojo]

As mentioned how reliable is it?

[@joeyj.425]

Anybody seeing this they are very reliable. Just make sure you get the correct size - F108. Buy extra tubing for it at the same time so you can drain straight to an old oil container.

[@Reagan-i6r]

Would someone be able to tell me what size the 2015 wrx I’ve seen a few saying m20x1.5 and some saying m16x1.5 I have the fa20dit 2l 6sp manual thanks in advance :)

[@jessechen724]

To new Subie Owners, I would wrap a towel around the oil filter mount, sometimes the oil pools up and gets everywhere when you take off the filter. Love you SubieSpeed 💪

[@banhbao3]

Jesse Chen this happened to me and I freaked out a little initially. Just gotta drive the car around a bit to warm it up so it can drain out more prior to doing the oil change

[@dknollRX7]

You can also poke a hole in the top of the filter, using a screwdriver or punch. This allows atmospheric pressure to allow the oil in the filter to drain down and prevents making a mess. I’ve never had this issue on my WRX, but used to do that all the time on my FB3 RX-7.

[@shaneh2755]

Thank you

[@polypetalous]

Late to the party… but also just slightly loosen (crack) the oil filter while your draining out… will help drain the filter more thoroughly.

[@BobaF99]

Nice! Now I just need to convince the wife to let me get a subi!

[@rhysdriedger5381]

Just join the lonely drivers club, how I got my RA :D, well that and a sizable insurance settlement for a shatted femur lol.

[@AlboAl8]

Awd and safety! That's should convince her, dont mention anything about hp or speed, lol

[@jessikatorres9266]

She told me I can get any car as long it has 4 doors for a car seat lol. So I got me a 2016 wrx

[@AoiKaze2000]

Just let her know that it's a sedan with AWD (so better handling in snow) and it's a very safe vehicle. If you're trying to be stealthy about it, don't get a spoiler =)

[@billybates2439]

I finally talked mine into letting me lmao

[@01gtlimited]

Quick note for first-time DIY oil change folks: when Kevin says to dispose of your used oil responsibly, here's a suggestion. You can often get rid of it for free at many auto parts stores. Some counties and municipalities may also have household chemical collection facilities where you can take your used automotive fluids.

[@nolanbrentley8431]

I guess it is kinda randomly asking but do anybody know of a good place to stream new tv shows online ?

[@gregorydaniel9068]

@Nolan Brentley Flixportal :P

[@nolanbrentley8431]

@Gregory Daniel Thank you, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :D I appreciate it!!

[@gregorydaniel9068]

@Nolan Brentley Glad I could help :D

[@Dr.Ticklebum69]

Straight into the dumpster.

[@mannygarcia20122]

How to change spark plugs or rotating tires

[@zoomrc1516]

Plugs will be longer then 2 min and rotating tires just move your back to the front and front to the back. Make sure to torque the lugs after and your good.

[@mannygarcia20122]

Tyler Petro I do it’s just suggestion 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@loganspaid2194]

Changing dif fluids in WRX or sti

[@z-ro34]

Just a note as I just did my first change on my WRX last weekend: - the bore of the plug is surprisingly larger than i thought and i had oil flowing out super fast. Don't use one of those closed top style drain pans. it won't keep up with the oil flow. +1 on the fumoto valve. I installed one when I put everything back together.

[@SEATTLE_WRX]

This

[@ryanscherer6546]

Drill out the holes a bit on the closed top and it works just fine.

[@z-ro34]

Ryan Scherer there are already vents to allow smooth flow into the tank. The main opening just isn’t large enough. Either way, using the valve with hose solves the problem anyway.

[@ryanscherer6546]

Parker Portlock I know the opening isn’t big enough, hence my drill out comment lol. I don’t mean find the biggest drill bit you can and send it. Just a step or two up from however big the opening is and it will work flawlessly. That’s what I did and I love being able to store a few oil changes until I can go dispose of it. I would like the drain valve though, I’ve heard nothing bad about them.

[@bivensrk]

I have a 2013 WRX. I use the Fumoto drain valve (and hose) and (as my filter is bottom-mounted) a Solo cup to unscrew the oil filter. Almost complete messless :D

[@Ray-xf5dg]

Thanks for this simple easy video! No wasting time on talking or other info this was perfect.

[@tommieboi707]

Thanks. I just picked up a 2017 rex. Now for some maintenance.

[@johnnyquest4900]

Here in Montreal, Quebec , we use 5W 40 full synthetic, due to our 4 season weather !! We usually change oil every 10 000 km, or every 6 months. I change oil every 5 k , change air , and cabin filter at the same time with a price tag of 126 $ cad. A bit pricey, but worth it to protect the longevity of your engine .

[@rayzhou1599]

Hi a little bit late but do you recommend any shops nearby in that area? Thanks in advance

[@jeremyf7417]

It's important to remove the oil filter first then drain the oil pan. A small amount of old oil will flow back into the crankcase once the old filter is removed on a top mount like the FA motor...

[@SubiSpeed]

Or you can remove it while the oil is draining as Kevin mentioned 🙂

[@jeremyf7417]

@@SubiSpeed lol of course, must have missed him saying that.

[@abn2684]

Bleed clutch and brakes!

[@DavidFonseca3]

Better yet, a full clutch/brake fluid flush (required at 30k, per maintenance schedule).

[@WaiLum20]

This video SAVED MY LIFE! thanks Subispeed 👍👍🤟🤟

[@nathanjimenez4176]

To the 19 sti owners did it feel weird to not see the oil filter on top anymore?

[@CRXk20a2]

It’s not at the top? That sucks

[@cj5312]

Arnt you supposed to prime the filter by cranking the engine without combustion occurring?

[@junolena]

Got 2018. Sti.. It is bit extra work to take off plastic panel off for oil change. In comparison, 2018 crosstrek, wife's car, is easier like what you showed.

[@delaneyschafer2110]

Don't forget that while doing all of this, now is a perfect time to replace both the air filter and cabin filter.

[@Liftedtaco22]

Delaney Schafer not every 6000 k miles, waste of money.

[@delaneyschafer2110]

@@Liftedtaco22 it depends where you live and do most of your driving. I've replaced it after 2000 km before and they were both filthy.

[@jamesmota]

This might sound stupid but why is the oil filter facing the opposite direction? Isn’t it gonna catch nothing?

[@Anthonysiscaa22]

It is unsettling how different WRX oil change videos display a varying oil capacity limits. I’ve heard 4 different required amounts. For the exact same vehicle… my heads spinning 😮‍💨

[@huemoua2961]

Nice. What is the soundtrack in the vid?

[@BushidoPhoto]

I want a video of the iag AOS install on a 2019 STi. I installed it on mine (didn't videotape it) and it would help others since the instructions are lacking for the 2019 model. Thank you.

[@aldohernandez6712]

I did this install on my 2019 wrx and maaaan it was a pain

[@CamerOneiric]

Any luck? I did it on my base WRX…Very time consuming but worth it

[@SUPER_EP]

Please do a coolant flush video!!! 😁

[@joestasi8329]

Jdm push to start button please! Need one of those

[@justinwilliamson430]

Approximately how much is the .4 quart?

[@_k808x__6]

I’ve wondered this too !

[@jontherocklee]

Why does the STi require less oil than the WRX when it has a bigger engine?

[@mofahimm]

What is the torqu wrench settings for the oil drain plug?

[@IMODN2]

Awesome. Would really appreciate you guys doing a how to use properly use the 'upper engine cleaner'

[@celso_r34]

I have a 15 wrx and I put 5w30 but people say it’s better if you put 5w40 because I have it modifies stage 2 etc

[@ishjones8781]

Where do you get the quick oil drain valve from ???thats what i need lol

[@WalterMelara-u3h]

Anyone know what I can use or if there is something out there that will have my find a oil leak? Like to mark where it’s coming from? I’m sure I have to replace my gaskets somewhere. Thanks community

[@J05HBR3Y]

Does anyone have a video on the crush washer replacement?

[@Oneyenn]

Subaru Dealership anywhere in your area offers it along with an oil filter. forgot the pricing of the filter and crush washer.

[@kodyramjattan]

Hey will my 2020 Wrx require 5.4 quarts as well?

[@omialmanza1900]

If its an fa engine yes or do what I did ask google 🙃

[@SpencerHogg]

Nice work

[@aaronguerra7179]

What’s your take on Subaru oil ????

[@anthonyfranco7559]

I have to 2017 WRX in the dark grey metallic, and it's hard to see what rims would go best with my WRX in that color, any help thanks?

[@blazers12369]

I have the same color, the hyper black color looks great on dgm

[@anthonyfranco7559]

@@blazers12369 great thanks I'll have to look them up.

[@laxmiddie1017]

fitmentindustries.com has a huge gallery. You can't sort by car color, but you can see a ton of pictures of what others are running.

[@anthonyfranco7559]

@@laxmiddie1017 thanks I'll have to look them up.

[@laxmiddie1017]

@@anthonyfranco7559 no problemo

[@efrabntz4993]

How to change the cooler water

[@ZephyrusRomerG]

How about how often for weekend cars? Like 1000 or 2000km a year?

[@rapl1183]

For a car that’s driven every once in a while and not a daily, it should still be changed every few months simply because oil does get old

[@jossse217]

Same for a STI ?

[@Henry-yu1mx]

Jose Gomez no the oil filters in the sti are at the bottom and you want to take the cover off to get to the oil filter

[@jossse217]

Henry80 oh makes sense thanks man !

[@SkaterzRule04]

I ordered one of those plugs for my 18 WRX a while ago and just decided to try and install it. Doesn’t fit a WRX, I believe it’s made for an STI. Unless I got a faulty product which I doubt. Just some info for anyone looking to get those

[@jimmyalcantar4960]

There’s one for the WRX/BRZ And then there’s one for the STI. They’re diff apparently

[@stuntman014]

Why can't i be this early when theres a giveaway damnit

[@SubiSpeed]

😂😂 Keep it up!

[@geza96]

And don’t burn yourself on the oil coming out of the plug.

[@SubiSpeed]

We definitely recommend not doing this while the car is hot. Warming up the car just a bit shouldn't be an issue, but yeah hot oil on your skin is no good.

[@DLEEZY111]

I always flush my oil down the toilet, its EZ.

[@vhonborbon986]

How many if Litres? australia here

[@ThePrankDudes]

Why am i watching this I’m a lube tech

[@jackjohnson1967]

Climble

[@chadarbeen2509]

Awesome. I. Had. My. WRX. 2015. Stolen. &. 3 weeks ago. Was. Found. Recover Ed. But. The. Engine. Cow. Cover was. Damage by. The. Theft. &. The. Trunk. Mat. &. Rubber. Dirt mat. Is was. Stolen. Now. My. Insurance. Only put. The plastic. Felt carpet. In. But not my. Rubber. Dirt mat back &. 2. Rubber. Back seat Matt s. So. I. Frustrating. With. Insurance. Co. They. Only. Want to. Replace. The. Minimum. Stuff. So. I. Should. I. Use pen Subaru subie speed. Parts ? &. Stuff to. Modified. My 2015 Subaru. It’s. A. Auto magic &. Paddle shifters. On the. Steer ing column

[@chadarbeen2509]

I. Love. Drive ing. It. But. Takes. Super. Unleaded. Premium. 13. Gallons. Tank. Blak. I. Just. Wan. Update. My. Car. I. Am 1000. Miles. From. California. I. Am. In Tacoma Washington. State. I. Wish. You. Could. Visit. In. Tacoma Washington. I. Need. Some. Help. In. Fixing. My. WRX. Subaru. So. I. Can get. 16,000. For. It. I. Paid 2500. For it. In. 2018

[@nikesbeast]

I hope you’re not from the states

[@Hypn0s2]

No you cannot use "any oil." There are oils that are not good for the FA20DITs and will void the warranty. Like you can never use Mobile 1 in a FA20DIT. Use Pennzoil Ultra Platinum or the OEM Subaru oil.

[@SubiSpeed]

Where in the video was it said that you can use "any oil"? Kevin even states that you should do your own research and figure out what oil will work best for your application. There are plenty of people running tons of different oils, including Mobil 1, with no problems whatsoever and good UOAs to show for it as well. So the only way you're going to void your warranty in this case is to either not change your oil or use oil that is not up to the standards shown in the manual.

[@SubiSpeed]

Again, you're missing the part where it's stated you should do your own research and figure out what oil will work best for your application 🙂 It's pretty simple really, all the information can be found in the owners manual.

[@Hypn0s2]

@@SubiSpeed I'm only saying this out of concern for misinformation that may lead people to void their warranty or possible damage their FA engines. "As long as you are changing your oil with the correct filter and weight" You cannot just put any 5w30 oil into a FA20DIT. Just one thread for more information: forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2687656 I suggest OEM Subaru oil or Pennzoil Ultra Platinum.

[@Hypn0s2]

@@SubiSpeed 31 seconds into the video. "As long as you are using the correct oil filter and correct weight oil you will not run into any issues"

[@SubiSpeed]

Use your common sense. The owners manual calls for a 5w30 oil that meets certain specifications. If you're using one of those oils, you are not going to "void your warranty" and are likely not going to run into issues. If someone doesn't understand this, they're better off taking their car to the dealership and they probably aren't interested in changing their own oil.

[@Cp6uH_]

Once in a year is enough.

[@theman3343]

oh. I'm first. hey wats up

[@SubiSpeed]

Hi! 🏆