Vauxhallgazz Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 I am looking to service my Impreza shortly and was looking through the owners manuals for the specific grades of oil, etc. However I am still unsure of what to buy. Engine oil: Apparently Subaru recommend sw30 with the codes SL, SJ or SH on it. I haven't a clue what these letters mean. Anyone any ideas ? As far as I was concerned, the only thing you had to worry about synthetic and semi-synthetic oils as well as the viscosity. In addition to this; I have heard that 'Millers' oils are good for this type of engine. What is so special about it ? Or what other oils would you recommend ? Brake Fluid: It says DOT 3 and 4 are both suitable. Is there any difference or advantage using one over the other. I know about the dry and wet boiling points, but can't seen any benefit of using DOT (I have always used DOT 4 in all my other cars before). Diff Oil: Again, any suggestions ? Thanks in advance. P.S. The car is a 2002 WRX UK Spec.
wrxmania Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 Absolute best thing to do is contact someone like Oilman (aka OpieOils) - they discount for SIDC members and have an excellent "recommend me an oil" based on the exact car and modifications etc. http://www.opieoils.co.uk/ Brian
dipsy Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 Engine oil 10/40 if standard Brake fliud Dot4 Diff oil and gear box .The dipstick for gearbox is below intercooler on drivers side http://www.racelubricants.co.uk/product.as...08&P_ID=439 .This is the gear oil i have had just not long put in the 05 Jdm Sti i have and the link is were i got it from
dipsy Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 I looked at opieoils myself and could get oils cheaper from other places .It helps to shop around
wrxmania Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 True but they do a club discount (separate login section) and also have multi-buy offers quite often on the forums. Superb service I've found over the years too. Brian
Wee Jock Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 True but they do a club discount (separate login section) and also have multi-buy offers quite often on the forums. Superb service I've found over the years too.Brian Even with discount, I can get stuff cheaper!
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