Subaru 2009 Legacy Owner's Manual page 361

3.0 L models
4. Drain out the engine oil by removing
the drain plug while the engine is still
warm. The used oil should be drained into
an appropriate container and disposed of
properly.
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself with
hot engine oil.
5. Wipe the seating surface and around
the drain plug with a clean cloth and
tighten it securely with a new sealing
washer after the oil has completely
drained out.
2.5 L models
3.0 L models
6. Open the access cover by removing
the clips and turning the access cover
counterclockwise. The oil filter will be
exposed.
Maintenance and service
2.5 L models
3.0 L models
7. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter
wrench.
8. Before installing a new oil filter, apply a
thin coat of engine oil to the seal.
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