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2012 SUBARU WRX STI
2.5L H4 Turbo EJ257 Gen2•AWD•MANUAL•gas•turbo
12 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 2012 Subaru WRX STI 2.5L H4 Turbo EJ257 Gen2 · AWD
Fluid Type
5W-30 full synthetic
Spec: API SM or higher
Capacity
5.1qt
4.82 L
Drain & Refill
5.1 qt
4.82 L
Change Interval
3,750 mi
6,034 km

Notes

Capacity with filter. STI uses 5W-30, not 0W-20. Severe duty interval recommended for turbo.

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