Use Of Oil Additives (TIPS 0600-01)

Publication date: 2000-06-01
Reference number: TIPS 0600-01

USE OF OIL ADDITIVES

TECHNICAL INFORMATION TIP - MANUFACTURER

Reference Number(s): TIPS 0600-01, Date of Issue: June, 2000

SUBARU:	All Models
CATEGORY:	Subaru Tech T.I.P.S. 2000
GROUP:	02 - Engine

DESCRIPTION

(02) USE OF OIL ADDITIVES

The SUBARU Technical Support Line gets calls concerning the use of oil additives in our engines. This is the official response:

"Subaru of America, Inc. does not recommend the use of any engine oil additives in any SUBARU engine crankcase. SUBARU engines are designed to be lubricated with normal petroleum or synthetic based engine oils in the viscosity and grade indicated in the Owner's Manual for each specific engine and usage condition.

SUBARU has not tested the effectiveness or compatibility of any engine oil additives.

However, the use of such additives does not void warranty coverage. Usage of an additive is at the owner's discretion. Since SUBARU has not tested the compatibility or effectiveness of any such additives, should an engine failure occur that is determined to be caused by the incompatibility or performance of such an additive, we would refer the SUBARU owner to the additive manufacturer to request reimbursement of the cost of the repair."