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Old 08-20-2014, 07:49 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by bluesubie View Post
IMO, because of the faulty oil control rings on the oil guzzling FB Foresters, Imprezas, Crosstreks, and Outbacks.

The majority of people don't check their own oil and sometimes ignore the low oil warning light. By reducing the OCI, dealers can keep a closer eye on oil consumption.

-Dennis
Ah, I hadn't considered that, but because of the timing, and the source of the link (Subaru email talking about oil usage), this makes sense to me.
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