Forester AWD F4-2.5L DOHC (1998)
1) Install baffle plate.
Tightening torque: 6.4 Nm (0.65 kg-m, 4.7 ft. lbs.)
2) Install oil strainer onto baffle plate.
CAUTION: Replace O-ring with a new one.
Tightening torque: 10 Nm (1.0 kg-m, 7 ft. lbs.)
3) Apply fluid packing to mating surfaces and install oil pan.
Fluid packing: THREE BOND 1215 or equivalent
4) Tighten bolts which install oil pan onto engine block.
Tightening torque: 5 Nm (0.5 kg-m, 3.6 ft. lbs.)
5) Lower engine onto front crossmember.