2012 Subaru Forester Fluids

Whatever you are driving, wherever you are going, you can trust your car to get you there when you use Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30. Mobil 1 advanced synthetic motor oil utilizes Mobil 1s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness to vehicles of all ages. Specialty components in synthetic oil extend engine life by reducing the friction that causes deposits and sludge buildup , keeping critical engine parts clean and protected for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes. (1) This technologically advanced motor oil formulation provides 10X (2) better internal engine heat protection than industry standards (up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit), as well as exceptional low-temperature protection (to -30 degrees Fahrenheit) , bringing quick cold-weather starting and ultra-fast protection to your engine. Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy. Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30 also helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks , including those with high-performance, turbocharged, supercharged, multi-valve, or fuel-injected engines. Mobil 1 is Americas#1 selling synthetic motor oil brand at retail, (3) trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR. ( (1) Protects for up to 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. To learn more about the Mobil 1 Limited Warranty, visit Mobil.US. (2) Based on Seq IIIH vs industry limits. (3) Source: The NPD Group/ Retail Tracking Service/ Dollar Sales/ PCMO full-synthetic/ 52 weeks ending July 1, 2023)

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30 utilizes Mobil 1s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness.
• Helps protect critical engine parts for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes,(1) controlling oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and maintaining excellent viscosity
• Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
• Helps extend engine life by working to prevent damaging deposits and sludge buildup
• Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees F)
• Manufacturer Part Number: 125222

Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic SAE 5W-30 motor oil is uniquely engineered from our revolutionary PurePlus gas-to-liquid technology, which is a patented process that converts pure natural gas into a high quality, full synthetic base oil. Our high quality base oil is 99.5% pure, contains fewer impurities than base oils made from crude oil, and when combined with our advanced additive technology creates one of the best formulations in our Pennzoil portfolio. Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic SAE 5W-30 motor oil is licensed and meets the vehicle warranty requirements of GM’s dexos 1 Gen 2 specifications that are set forth to meet today’s modern engine technologies. This means that our Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic products meet the stringent requirements of leading car manufacturers. Why does this matter? Modern engine technologies have evolved over the years and today’s engine parts have reached an unprecedented level of fine manufacturing tolerances which require a high-quality engine oil to help provide complete engine protection. This includes protection against abnormal combustion phenomenon like low-speed pre-ignition observed in modern turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDI) engines. Our Pennzoil Full Synthetic products are engineered for modern engines and offer the following benefits without compromise. Better Fuel Economy. With Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic motor oil, you can drive on average an extra 550 miles vs a dirty engine. Protects Horsepower. Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic motor oil helps protect against loss of power by helping to protect your engine against wear and deposit formation. Unsurpassed Wear Protection. When it comes to protecting the internal parts of your engine from metal-on-metal contact, no other leading synthetic motor oil provides better wear protection than Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic motor oil. Excellent Temperature Performance.

Product Features:

• Provides better fuel economy-drive on average an extra 550 miles per year (versus a dirty engine)
• Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 keeps pistons up to 45% cleaner than the toughest industry standard (Based on Sequence IIIH results)
• No other leading synthetic oil provides better wear protection from friction (Based on Sequence IVA wear test using SAE 5W-30)
• Formulated to provide faster low-temperature oil flow and protection in extreme heat
• Helps protect engines from loss of power
• Formulated for modern turbocharged engines-GF-6, API SP/SP-Resource Conserving and all previous categories

Valvoline Multi-Vehicle Transfer Case Fluid is a full synthetic product meeting the performance needs for transfer cases recommending Ford XL-12 and GM Auto Trak II specifications or ATF fluids (DEX/MERC, ATF +4, etc).

Product Features:

• Recommended for use in most Ford, GM and FCA (Dodge, Jeep) models
• Formulated to help prevent gear wear and protect against rust and corrosion
• Formulated to deliver enhanced protection against deposits
• Helps provide better protection during extreme operating conditions

Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lubricant LS 75W-90 is a supreme, multi-purpose automotive gear lubricant that helps to provide exceptional thermal stability and resistance to high temperature oxidation, extending gear life due to minimal deposits. Helps to deliver outstanding protection against low speed/high torque wear with the capability to handle severe driving conditions while delivering smooth efficient performance. Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lubricant LS provides exceptional shear stability, corrosion protection, and enhanced frictional properties. Compared to conventional hypoid gear lubricants, Mobil 1 LS 75W-90 performs exceptionally over a wide range of temperatures to reduce wear at start up. Mobil 1 gear lube helps to minimize leakage and reduce contamination, while providing a good resistance to foaming to maintain film strength for reliable lubrication. Meets or exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API GL-5.

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 LS synthetic automotive gear lubricant exceeds the highest level of performance requirements of modern passenger vehicles
• Helps to provide exceptional thermal stability and resistance to high temperature oxidation and extend gear life due to minimal deposits
• Delivers outstanding protection against low speed/high torque wear, handling severe driving conditions with smooth, efficient performance
• Compared to conventional hypoid gear lubricants, performs exceptionally over a wide range of temperatures to reduce wear at start up
• Provides exceptional shear stability, corrosion protection, and enhanced frictional properties

Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic SAE 5W-30 motor oil is uniquely engineered from our revolutionary PurePlus gas-to-liquid technology, which is a patented process that converts pure natural gas into a high quality, full synthetic base oil. Our high quality base oil is 99.5% pure, contains fewer impurities than base oils made from crude oil, and when combined with our advanced additive technology creates one of the best formulations in our Pennzoil portfolio. Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic SAE 5W-30 motor oil is licensed and meets the vehicle warranty requirements of GM’s dexos 1 Gen 2 specifications that are set forth to meet today’s modern engine technologies. This means that our Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic products meet the stringent requirements of leading car manufacturers. Why does this matter? Modern engine technologies have evolved over the years and today’s engine parts have reached an unprecedented level of fine manufacturing tolerances which require a high-quality engine oil to help provide complete engine protection. This includes protection against abnormal combustion phenomenon like low-speed pre-ignition observed in modern turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDI) engines.

Product Features:

• Engineered to provide a high-quality base oil using our revolutionary PurePlus gas-to-liquid technology in combination with a high performance additive system
• Helps protect against the effects of low speed pre-ignition (LSPI) in modern turbocharged engines
• Provides better fuel economy which helps you drive an extra 550 miles per year vs a dirty engine
• Offers unsurpassed wear protection by keeping engine parts from coming into contact
• Delivers outstanding piston cleanliness, keeping pistons up to 50% cleaner than required by the toughest industry standards (based on Sequence IIIH engine test results)
• Specifications, Approvals and Recommendations: FCA MS-6395, Chrysler MS-13340; Ford WSS-M2C946-B1; GM dexos1TM Gen 2; HONDA/ACURA HTO-06; Volvo
• Exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API SN PLUS, API SN-RC and all previous categories; ILSAC GF-5; ACEA A1/B1
• For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical Help Desk and always consult your owner’s manual.

Today’s advanced engine technology requires advanced protection. Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic, the motor oil designed to protect today’s sophisticated engines, contains premium anti-wear additives, superior antioxidants and extra detergents. It protects 40% better against wear, resists oil breakdown 10-times better, and defends 25% more against deposits than industry standards for maximum performance and engine longevity. And with an exceptional range of temperature protection your engine will ready for extreme weather. Valvoline invented motor oil 150 years ago, and we’ve been reinventing it ever since. Get Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic and give your engine the advanced protection proven to maximize engine life.

Product Features:

• ADVANCED PROTECTION AGAINST the four main causes of engine breakdown: wear friction heat and deposits
• 40% BETTER WEAR PROTECTION vs. industry standard as tested in the Sequence IVB engine test
• 25% BETTER DEPOSIT PROTECTION with superior engine cleaning detergents as tested in the GMOD engine test
• EXCEPTIONAL HIGH/LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION defends your motor no matter the weather conditions
• MEETS OR EXCEEDS ALL REQUIREMENTS of ILSAC GF-6A, API SP, API SN with SN PLUS, API SN

Give your higher mileage engine the care it deserves with Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30. This formula utilizes Mobil 1’s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness to vehicles with over 75,000 miles. Mobil 1 High Mileage motor oil extends engine life by reducing friction and preventing deposits and sludge buildup, keeping critical engine parts clean and protected for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes. (1) Mobil 1 helps to keep your engine running at lower temperatures (2) and is proven to cool engine temperatures by over 10%. (3) Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 5W-30 also helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks, including those with high-performance, turbocharged, supercharged, multi-valve, or fuel-injected engines. Mobil 1 is America’s #1 selling synthetic motor oil brand at retail, (4) trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR. ( (1) Protects for up to 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. To learn more about the Mobil 1 Limited Warranty, visit Mobil.US. (2) Compared to conventional oil. (3) Based on proprietary engine testing¿results may vary. (4) Source: The NPD Group/ Retail Tracking Service/ Dollar Sales/ PCMO full-synthetic/ 52 weeks ending Feb 25, 2023)

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 high mileage full-synthetic engine oil 5w-30 is designed for engines with over 75,000 miles to go up to 10,000 miles between oil changes.(1)
• Utilizes Mobil 1’s signature triple action formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness
• Meets ilsac gf-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (lspi) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
• Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees f) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees f)
• Mobil 1 is specially formulated to help remove sludge and lower engine temperatures
• Manufacturer part number: 103767

Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid is specifically formulated for use in most Toyota, Nissan, Honda and other imported vehicles. It is formulated with all synthetic base stocks and a proprietary additive system to ensure optimal transmission performance in a wide variety of vehicles. Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle ATF can also be used in many domestic vehicles. It meets requirements of General Motors and Ford vehicles. Recommended for use in the following applications: Ford MERCON®, GM DEXRON®-II and DEXRON®-III, BMW LT 71141 and ETL-7045E, Nissan/Infiniti Nissan ATF, Matic-D, Matic-K and Matic-J, Mitsubishi Diamond SP-II and SP-III, Subaru ATF-HP, Hyundai/ KIA SP-II and SP-III , Toyota/Lexus Type T, T-III and T-IV , Honda/Acura ATF-Z1 (except in CVTs) , Mercedes Benz NAG1 , Volvo passenger car (except AW-1), and Volkswagen/Audi TL52162. For CVT applications Valvoline recommends Valvoline Full Synthetic CVT Fluid.

Product Features:

• Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
• Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

Prestone® Power Steering Fluid + Stop Leak (PSF+SL) delivers increased system life and prevents & stops system leaks. Stop Leak additives renew, restore and condition seals in the power steering system. These seals harden and shrink over time which are the likely cause of leaks. The stop leak additives also prevent leaks by rejuvenating seals before they leak. Also designed with Anti-wear System Protection, Prestone PSF+SL protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. This 50,000 mile fluid life is formulated for use in all manufacturers; cars, SUVs, crossovers, and light and medium duty trucks. This a conventional fluid. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Includes Stop Leak Additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks.
• Anti-Wear Protection = Increased System Life. Protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. Corrosion protection for metals, rubber & gasket components.
• Conventional Formula – For use in all manufacturers

Power Steering Fluid

Valvoline High Performance Synthetic Gear Oil is the thermally stabile extreme pressure lubricant that offers outstanding protection for gearboxes and differentials in passenger cars, light trucks, and sport utility vehicles. Combined with high quality synthetic base oils, our formula’s superior additives help reliably safeguard against severe temperatures, shock loads, foaming, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions. Can be used in conventional and limited slip hypoid differentials where GL-5 is specified as well as non-synchronized manual transmissions that require GL-4. Protect your gears with Valvoline, the #1 gear oil brand.

Product Features:

• HIGH PERFORMANCE EXTREME-PRESSURE ADDITIVES HELP MINIMIZE WEAR in high pressure and high temperature conditions
• EXCEPTIONAL HIGH AND LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION can easily handle both winter and summer conditions for dependable coverage and protection year-round
• REDUCES CHATTERING AND PROTECTS GEAR TEETH from oxidation, rust, and wear
• FIGHTS CORROSION AND RUST with emulsifying agents and safeguards against impurities, oxidation and thermal breakdown
• SUPERIOR ADDITIVES help reliably safeguard against severe temperatures, shock loads, foaming, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions

Prestone® Power Steering Fluid (PSF) delivers increased system life. Designed with Anti-wear System Protection, Prestone PSF protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. This 50,000 mile fluid life is formulated for use in all manufacturers; cars, SUVs, crossovers, and light and medium duty trucks. This a conventional fluid. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Anti-Wear Protection = Increased System Life. Protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. Corrosion protection for metals, rubber & gasket components.
• For use in all manufacturers
• Conventional Formula – For use in all manufacturers

Prestone® MAX American Vehicles Power Steering Fluid (PSF) + Stop Leak maximizes and increases system life + the power to stop leaks. Stop Leak additives renew, restore and condition seals in the power steering system. These seals harden and shrink over time which are the likely cause of leaks. This formula is also great at preventing leaks by rejuvenating seals before they leak. This synthetic fluid is designed with 2X Anti-wear System Protection, which means more protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs. 100,000 mile fluid life, 2X more than conventional fluid, extends the time between replacement. This fluid is formulated for American vehicle manufacturers: Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Dodge, Ram, Jeep, Chrysler, GMC, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, Oldsmobile and others. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 100,000 Mile Fluid Life. Synthetic Formula for longer life and more protection
• MAX + Stop Leak. Stop Leak Additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks.
• For use in American vehicle manufacturers: Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Dodge, Ram, Jeep, Chrysler, GMC, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, Oldsmobile and other
• 2X Anti-Wear Protection for enhanced System Life vs. conventional fluid. More protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs

PENTOSIN ATF 44 5L

Prestone® MAX Asian Vehicles Power Steering Fluid (PSF) + Stop Leak maximizes and increases system life + the power to stop leaks. Stop Leak additives renew, restore and condition seals in the power steering system. These seals harden and shrink over time which are the likely cause of leaks. This formula is also great at preventing leaks by rejuvenating seals before they leak. This synthetic fluid is designed with 2X Anti-wear System Protection, which means more protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs. 100,000 mile fluid life, 2X more than conventional fluid, extends the time between replacement. This fluid is formulated for Asian vehicle manufacturers: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Infiniti, Kia, Hyundai, Subaru, Mazda, Suzuki and others. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 100,000 Mile Fluid Life. Synthetic Formula for longer life and more protection
• MAX + Stop Leak. Stop Leak Additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks.
• For use in Asian vehicle manufacturers: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Infiniti, Kia, Hyundai, Subaru, Mazda, Suzuki and others
• 2X Anti-Wear Protection for enhanced System Life vs. conventional fluid. More protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs

Prestone® DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake delivers enhanced performance vs. DOT standards, benefitting all vehicles calling for DOT 3. This synthetic fluid starts with a higher dry boiling point than the DOT minimum standard to protect against overheating, brake fade and performance decline due to water absorption. This extended life (50,000 mile) fluid is also formulated to prevent corrosion of all metals within the braking system.  This formula is safe to use in all DOT 3 braking systems (ABS, disc or drum) and can mix with any DOT 3 fluid.  It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car, as using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with High Grade Formula*
• Protects against performance decline due to water absorption. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Synthetic, Extended Fluid Life Formula

Prestone® MAX DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid is our highest grade formula, maximizing performance vs. DOT standard. Prestone MAX is our best brake fluid at protecting against overheating and brake fade. With 100,000 mile fluid life, our longest life fluid has 2X more miles between replacement than regular Prestone DOT 3. Prestone MAX has superior performance in severe braking conditions when compared to regular Prestone DOT 3, which means even more piece of mind about the braking system. This synthetic fluid starts with our highest dry boiling point giving our best protection against performance decline due to water absorption. Prestone MAX DOT 3 is safe to use in all DOT 3 braking systems, ABS, disc or drum, and can mix with any DOT 3 fluid. Mixing Prestone MAX with other fluids will lower the performance rating for miles and boil points, for best results replace completely with Prestone MAX DOT 3. It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car. Using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 100,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with Our Highest Grade Formula. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Superior Protection in Extreme Braking Conditions
• Synthetic, Long Life Formula – 2X Longer than regular Prestone DOT 3

Prestone® DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid delivers enhanced performance vs. DOT standards, benefitting all vehicles calling for DOT 3. This synthetic fluid starts with a higher dry boiling point than the DOT minimum standard to protect against overheating, brake fade and performance decline due to water absorption. This extended life (50,000 mile) fluid is also formulated to prevent corrosion of all metals within the braking system.  This formula is safe to use in all DOT 3 braking systems (ABS, disc or drum) and can mix with any DOT 3 fluid.  It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car, as using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with High Grade Formula*
• Protects against performance decline due to water absorption. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Synthetic, Extended Fluid Life Formula