Some great info given by a viewer. “Clear flood mode” to get oil circulating without starting the engine. Watch here th-cam.com/video/s39-41BN91o/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Hvx00b9eoy68xUWo
I change the oil every 5K miles. No matter what the odometer number is, change the oil at the multiple of 5, for example, 50K, 55K, 60K. This way will help me to know when will the next oil change easily.
I hear you on doing your own maintenance and trust issues is the reason I have not gone with a fumato valve unfortunately I just can’t build enough confidence to trust those
@DIYManiacJohnP Understood. I've installed them on several vehicles over the years. The first time I did I was so paranoid I would check it every few days for leaks. Once I became confident with them I eased up on inspecting them constantly. I check my oil level weekly and the valves at least once a month. Good luck and enjoy your CT! It's one of best cars I've ever owned.
I have seen numerous Subaru oil change videos and noticed that on some of them, after removing oil filter the tray virtually has no oil in it, other times when filter is removed there can be quiet of bit of oil left in that tray. I wonder why is that?
Hey John, great video!!! I’m doing my first oil change ever on my new 2024 Crosstrek. For the crush washer, do you buy these separate? If so, I’m assuming an auto parts place?
@@DIYManiacJohnP Buying everything at the dealer is not really the way most people do things nowadays...suggest mentioning Amazon options which is more real life than driving to the dealership and putting up with the stuff you have to deal with there. And, like I said, actually mention up front you need a washer in the parts list vs. only mentioning it later in the video. :(
@@DIYManiacJohnP While the oil filter's opening is pointed down, some residual oil in the filter pleats will aide in priming the filter. Performing a 'clear flood mode crank' to prime the filter is highly recommended. The filter's bypass valve will hold any oil in the filter.
I do not and even if I had it, I wouldn’t use it. I would not trust dealer mechanics with my car prefer to do all maintenance myself. The only time I will grin and bear bringing it to someone else is for warranty, but even then I watch over like a hawk.
Some great info given by a viewer. “Clear flood mode” to get oil circulating without starting the engine. Watch here
th-cam.com/video/s39-41BN91o/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Hvx00b9eoy68xUWo
Highly recommend the XV forum for more info and discussions about oil 😆
@@whiskey2dna I am a member there.
Thanks John. Nice detailed video for a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek oil change. I am saving this for future use.
Thank you for the kind words and for watching
I change the oil every 5K miles. No matter what the odometer number is, change the oil at the multiple of 5, for example, 50K, 55K, 60K. This way will help me to know when will the next oil change easily.
Very helpful video. Thanks
Thank you for the comment and for watching
A Fumato valve has made this much easier and cleaner for me. I also have trust issues and do as much maintenance I can. 😂
I hear you on doing your own maintenance and trust issues is the reason I have not gone with a fumato valve unfortunately I just can’t build enough confidence to trust those
@DIYManiacJohnP Understood. I've installed them on several vehicles over the years. The first time I did I was so paranoid I would check it every few days for leaks. Once I became confident with them I eased up on inspecting them constantly. I check my oil level weekly and the valves at least once a month. Good luck and enjoy your CT! It's one of best cars I've ever owned.
I have seen numerous Subaru oil change videos and noticed that on some of them, after removing oil filter the tray virtually has no oil in it, other times when filter is removed there can be quiet of bit of oil left in that tray. I wonder why is that?
Hey John, great video!!! I’m doing my first oil change ever on my new 2024 Crosstrek. For the crush washer, do you buy these separate? If so, I’m assuming an auto parts place?
Thanks for watching!! I bought the crush washer at the dealer when I bought the filter.
@@DIYManiacJohnP Buying everything at the dealer is not really the way most people do things nowadays...suggest mentioning Amazon options which is more real life than driving to the dealership and putting up with the stuff you have to deal with there. And, like I said, actually mention up front you need a washer in the parts list vs. only mentioning it later in the video. :(
@@jcgmba98 problem with Amazon is you don’t know if you are getting the real thing or a cheap counterfeit.
Go to the dealer and buy a few at a time.
I wish the washer was mentioned up front in the needed supplies. That is a clear miss if you later say you need one.
I would have added to partially fill the new oil filter with fresh oil and prime the engine prior to fully starting the engine. Just my two cents.
As the filter is installed upside down... this would be pointless
@@DIYManiacJohnP While the oil filter's opening is pointed down, some residual oil in the filter pleats will aide in priming the filter. Performing a 'clear flood mode crank' to prime the filter is highly recommended. The filter's bypass valve will hold any oil in the filter.
@@whiskey2dna can you please detail the steps of the clear flood mode for future readers, and I will pin it to the top
@@DIYManiacJohnP
th-cam.com/video/s39-41BN91o/w-d-xo.htmlfeature=shared
Thank you
Don't you get free service for the first 2 years?
I do not and even if I had it, I wouldn’t use it. I would not trust dealer mechanics with my car prefer to do all maintenance myself. The only time I will grin and bear bringing it to someone else is for warranty, but even then I watch over like a hawk.
Why is it not in miles ?
In Canada, we use the metric system