This page covers the US-market 2025 Subaru Forester 2.5L naturally aspirated Boxer gasoline. It does not automatically apply to another engine, drive layout, build split or model year.
Before you use a number
Confirm the VIN, trim, equipment, tire placard and current manufacturer manual. A factory fluid specification is not a product fitment approval.
Factory specifications in this research pack
Only sourced values for this exact configuration are shown. Refill volumes and total system capacities mean different things.
| Service item | Manufacturer-source detail |
|---|---|
| Engine oil | Viscosity sae: SAE 0W-16; Volume us qt: 4.7; Volume basis: with_filter_oil_change; Required certification: Synthetic engine oil |
Maintenance schedule and reminders
| Item | Action | Distance | Time | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | replace | 6,000 miles | 6 months | normal |
| Oil filter | replace | 6,000 miles | 6 months | normal |
| Tire rotation | rotate | 6,000 miles | 6 months | normal |
| Cabin air filter | replace | 12,000 miles | 12 months | normal |
A dashboard oil-life or maintenance message takes priority where the manufacturer uses a monitor. Add your last service record before calculating an exact due point.
OEM parts with application evidence
No OEM part number has sufficient application evidence in this pack. Check the current manufacturer parts catalog by VIN.
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Items that still need a direct check
These guides explain what evidence is missing and how to find the correct manual or VIN-specific part application. Unknown does not mean incompatible.
Manufacturer and source documents
- Subaru Forester 2025 (includes hybrid) getting started official PDF (reviewed 2026-11-02)
Common questions
Does this part fit every trim?
No. Engine, factory equipment, build date and VIN qualifications may change fitment.
Can I use this schedule for another model year?
No. These records describe the sourced 2025 configuration only.
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