Hey guys, (FYI I live in Southern CALI, warm weather all the time)
I just bought a 2015 BRZ limited and i need some help. Ive been searching the forums for advice on break in, when to change what oil, with what kind of oil, etc..but the advice is all over the place.
I just went over 1000 miles and i followed break in procedure recommend by subaru with slight twists. i never drove her hard cold, never went over about 5500 RPM and i constantly varied speed while on freeway. So far she shifts like butter no problems at all, however i have developed the chirping at idle
Now for a few questions:
1. When should i change the oil and with what brand oil/filter? I've heard a lot of people say 500, 1000 3500, and 7500. the different ar guements about changing it out right away, other people saying that the break in oil has special additives that you wanna keep in until 3500 miles.. Any advice on this would be great.
2. What about the other fluids? MTF, Diff? when should i change them and with what brand? Ive heard a lot about MOTUL, but for the transmission i heard its super thick (mostly from guys that live in colder climates) however it heard its fine for guys living in warmer climates (like me) I've also heard about Pentosin MTF 2 or something which I'm also considering going with. What do you guys think? and when should i change it out?
3. Any other advice that a new owner should know about regarding maintenance would be greatly appreciate!! Anything at all please don't hesitate to chime in, things like should i get a fumoto oil drain valve.. is it beneficial? even if I'm not changing my own oil? (ill most likely be taking it to evasive motorsport or fusion teknique for all my services)
Thanks guys, Much appreciated!
John