2005 Subaru Forester Oil Capacity

The 2005 Subaru Forester oil capacity depends on the engine: the EJ253 takes 4.4 qt, while the EJ255 Turbo takes 4.2 qt. Both engines use 5W-30 oil, according to the listed facts. Use the figure for your specific engine rather than treating one capacity as correct for every Forester from this year.

Read the capacity as the listed oil amount for that engine, and confirm the engine designation before choosing a figure. The capacity changes between the EJ253 and the EJ255 Turbo, even though the listed oil viscosity is the same. These figures are the only year-specific and engine-specific capacities provided here; no other trim or configuration differences are listed.

If you cannot identify which engine your vehicle has, or need a capacity for a configuration not shown here, confirm it on the door jamb or in the owner's manual. Use those vehicle-specific references whenever the applicable figure is unclear.