Maintenance and service

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Recommended grade and viscosity
CAUTION Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity. NOTE Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in ...

Automatic transmission
The automatic transmission is electronically controlled and provides 4 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed. Also, it has a manual mode and a SPORT mode. Do not shift from the “P” or “N” po ...

Overview
The new Forester has realized ideal proportions that provide ample interior space and offer improved utility without substantially enlarging the body size. Compared to the previous model, the new ...