Whether you use your Subaru for daily carpool runs in Kalkaska or you hit the off-road trails out past Bellaire, keeping your Subaru in great shape is a top priority. When you service your vehicle on a routine basis, its performance and efficiency will remain strong. Along with that, following the right Subaru service schedule for your vehicle will help you score top dollar on your trade when you sell in the future since a strong service record is a great bargaining chip.
To help you keep up with your routine maintenance, we’ve listed the Subaru service schedule for some of our top models in our guide. Below, you’ll find information on the Subaru Outback service schedule, Subaru Forester service schedule, and Subaru Crosstrek service schedule. Read on with our service team to get started!
Subaru Outback Service Schedule
Review each step of the Subaru Outback service schedule here:
6,000-Mile Interval
- Check and adjust clutch hydraulic fluid (manuals only)
- Check and adjust coolant level
- Check operation of exterior lights
- Check and adjust power steering fluid
- Check and adjust tire pressures
- Inspect belts and hoses
- Inspect suspension and steering components
- Inspect tires for uneven wear and damage
- Inspect wiper/washer systems and fluid
- Replace Genuine Subaru oil filter
- Replace Genuine synthetic oil
- Replace oil drain plug gasket
- Rotate and balance tires
- Service battery terminals
12,000-Mile Interval
- All 6,000-mile services
- Inspect steering system
- Inspect suspension system
- Inspect braking system
- Inspect clutch
- Replace air filter
- Change oil
- Rotate tires
18,000-Mile Interval
- Alignment Check (required for Passport Program)
- Check and adjust clutch hydraulic fluid (manuals only)
- Check and adjust coolant level
- Check and adjust power steering fluid
- Check and adjust tire pressures
- Check operation of exterior lights
- Inspect belts and hoses
- Inspect suspension and steering components
- Inspect tires for uneven wear and damage
- Inspect wiper/washer systems and fluid
- Replace fuel filter (only at 72,000 and 144,000)
- Replace Genuine Subaru cabin air filter
- Replace Genuine Subaru oil filter
- Replace Genuine synthetic oil
- Replace oil drain plug gasket
- Rotate and balance tires
- Service battery terminals
24,000-Mile Interval
- Check and adjust clutch hydraulic fluid (manuals only)
- Check and adjust coolant level
- Check and adjust tire pressures
- Check and adjust power steering fluid
- Check operation of exterior lights
- Inspect belts and hoses
- Inspect suspension and steering components
- Inspect tires for uneven wear and damage
- Inspect wiper/washer systems and fluid
- Rotate and balance tires
- Replace Genuine Subaru oil filter
- Replace Genuine synthetic oil
- Replace oil drain plug gasket
- Service battery terminals
30,000-Mile Interval
- Check and adjust clutch hydraulic fluid (manuals only)
- Check and adjust coolant level
- Check and adjust front and rear differential fluid
- Check and adjust power steering fluid
- Check and adjust tire pressures
- Check operation of exterior lights
- Flush brake system and replace fluid
- Inspect belts and hoses
- Inspect driveshafts, differentials, and boots
- Inspect suspension and steering components
- Inspect tires for uneven wear and damage
- Inspect wiper/washer systems and fluid
- Rotate and balance tires
- Replace Genuine Subaru air filter
- Replace Genuine Subaru oil filter
- Replace Genuine synthetic oil
- Replace spark plugs (only at 60,000 and 120,000)
- Replace oil drain plug gasket
- Service battery terminals
Subaru Forester Service Schedule
Examine the Subaru Forester service schedule below:
10,000/30,000/50,000/70,000/90,000/110,000-Mile Intervals
- Replace engine oil and filter
- Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
- Inspect and adjust all fluid levels including both differentials
- Inspect operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
- Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary
- Service battery
- Inspect axle boot condition
- Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
- Inspect all steering and suspension components
- Check under body for damage
- Road test
20,000/40,000/80,000-Mile Intervals
- Replace engine oil and filter
- Rotate tires and inspect for wear
- Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
- Remove, inspect and service front and rear brakes
- Inspect and adjust all fluid levels including both differentials
- Inspect operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
- Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary
- Service battery
- Inspect axle boot condition
- Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
- Inspect all steering and suspension components
- Check under body for damage
- Test coolant, inspect hoses and clamps
- Inspect engine and cabin air filters – replace if necessary
- Wheel alignment (recommended)*
- Road test
60,000/120,000-Mile Intervals
- Replace engine oil and filter
- Rotate tires and inspect for wear
- Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
- Remove, inspect and service front and rear brakes including parking brake
- Inspect and adjust all fluid levels including both differentials
- Inspect operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
- Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary
- Full battery service and test
- Inspect axle boot condition
- Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
- Inspect all steering and suspension components
- Check under body for damage
- Test coolant, inspect hoses and clamps
- Inspect engine and cabin air filters – replace if necessary
- Replace brake fluid
- Service fuel injectors
- Inspect all emission-related hoses
- Inspect PCV valve – replace if necessary
- Wheel alignment (recommended)*
- Road test
100,000-Mile Interval
- Replace engine oil and filter
- Rotate tires and inspect for wear
- Inspect tire condition and adjust all tire pressures including spare
- Remove, inspect and service front and rear brakes
- Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
- Inspect operation of all lights, wipers, and washers
- Inspect and adjust drive belt tension if necessary
- Service battery
- Inspect axle boot condition
- Lubricate all latches, hinges, and locks
- Inspect all steering and suspension components
- Check under body for damage
- Test coolant, inspect hoses and clamps
- Inspect engine and cabin air filters – replace if necessary
- Replace spark plugs
- Replace transmission and differential fluids
- Road test
Subaru Crosstrek Service Schedule
Discover the proper Subaru Crosstrek service schedule here:
6,000/18,000-Mile Intervals
- Engine Oil
- Engine Oil Filter
- Rotate Tires and Inspection
12,000/24,000/36,000-Mile Intervals
- Change A/C Filter
- Change Engine Oil
- Change Engine Oil Filter
- Inspect Brake Lines and Check Operation of Parking and Service Brake System
- Rotate and Inspect Tires
- Inspect Steering and Suspension
- Inspect Clutch
- Inspect Disc Brake Pads and Rotors, Front and Rear Axle Boots and Axle Shaft Joint Portions
30,000-Mile Interval
- Replace Transmission Gear Oil
- Inspect Engine Coolant Systems, Hoses, and Connections
- Change Engine oil
- Change Engine oil filter
- Rotate and Inspect Tires
- Inspect Fuel Systems, Connections, and Lines
- Inspect Frontier and Rear Differential Gear Coil
- Replace Air cleaner element
- Change Brake Fluid / Clutch Fluid (Manual Only)
- Inspect Drive belt(s) [Except camshaft]
Keep Up with Your Subaru Service Schedule in Traverse City
If you’ve hit a mileage interval or your vehicle is in need of immediate care, make your way to Serra Subaru of Traverse City for service. When you book an appointment with us, you can look forward to fast service and affordable prices. Our team will have you back on the Suttons Bay streets in no time!
