Outlook using oil

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I recently purchased a 2005 Subaru Outback, manual 2.5L with around 60,000km on the clock and I am surprised to find that it uses oil. Over a normal service period of six months and typically having travelled 6000-8000 km in that time, it drops from the high mark to just below the low mark on the dipstick. If we tow our small camper trailer oil usage increases even more. Is this above normal usage and if so where is it going and why?

Answered by CarsGuide

3 May 2012

Graham Smith

Subaru advised us that without direct knowledge of the car the usage appears to fall within their acceptable limits. But if you have doubts they recommend that you book it in to an authorized Subaru dealer for checking. It is good that you check engine oil levels regularly as despite some perception, they do use some oil over time. Subaru's Customers Relations department (1800 22 66 43) would be happy to advise you of the nearest dealer location.

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