What is the Subaru Forester Maintenance Schedule?

In order to ensure your Subaru Forester retains the most residual value and has the longest lifespan, and to save yourself future headaches in repairs, you’ll want to keep in compliance with the recommended Subaru Forester intervals. Learn about the services and timetables for the annual Subaru Forester maintenance schedule. Then, if you think you’re overdue for a tune-up, schedule a Subaru Forester service at the Subaru South Tampa service center, and don’t forget to check out our service specials to see how much you save! 

Subaru Forester Service Intervals 

When you schedule Subaru Forester service for a recommended Subaru Forester maintenance schedule tune-up, bear in mind that the service included change, depending upon which milestone your vehicle is at in its service history. Compare the mileage markers and service items for each rotating service interval below: 

Service A – 10,000/30,000/50,000/70,000/90,000/110,000 Miles

• Replace engine oil and filter
• Inspect all steering and suspension components
• Check underbody for damage
• Road test
• Service battery
• Inspect axle boot condition
• Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
• Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels including both differentials
• Inspect the operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
• Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary

Service B – 20,000/40,000/80,000 Miles

• Replace engine oil and filter
• Inspect axle boot condition
• Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
• Inspect all steering and suspension components
• Service battery
• Test coolant, inspect hoses and clamps
• Inspect engine and cabin air filters – replace them if necessary
• Wheel alignment (recommended)*
• Road test
• Check underbody for damage
• Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
• Remove, inspect and service front and rear brakes
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels including both differentials
• Inspect the operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear
• Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary

Service C – 60,000/120,000 Miles

• Replace engine oil and filter
• Full battery service and test
• Inspect axle boot condition
• Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
• Test coolant, inspect hoses and clamps
• Inspect engine and cabin air filters – replace them if necessary
• Replace brake fluid
• Service fuel injectors
• Inspect all emission-related hoses
• Inspect PCV valve – replace if necessary
• Wheel alignment (recommended)*
• Inspect all steering and suspension components
• Check underbody for damage
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear
• Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
• Remove, inspect and service front and rear brakes including parking brake
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels including both differentials
• Inspect the operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
• Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary
• Road test

Service D – 100,000 Miles

• Replace engine oil and filter
• Service battery
• Inspect axle boot condition
• Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
• Inspect all steering and suspension components
• Check underbody for damage
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear
• Inspect engine and cabin air filters – replace them if necessary
• Replace spark plugs
• Replace transmission and differential fluids
• Wheel alignment (recommended)*
• Road test
• Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
• Remove, inspect and service front and rear brakes
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
• Inspect the operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
• Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary
• Test coolant, inspect hoses and clamps

Schedule for Subaru Forester Service Near St. Petersburg, FL

Now that you’ve read about the Subaru Forester maintenance schedule, if you think you might be behind on your Subaru Forester service intervals, call Subaru South Tampa at813-934-4417. And while you’re here, take a moment to learn about the Subaru Warranty and read our overview of the different types of oils recommended for the Subaru Forester!

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