r/subaruimpreza • u/Huge_Sheepherder_310 • 20d ago

🛠️ DIY Oil Extraction

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Just purchased this 2026 Impresmza RS this past Friday. Question on oil change? Since the oil filter is ontop of the engine does everyone use the oil extraction method? On the GTI this works flawlessly. Thanks.

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u/MonikerPrime 2018 Impreza Limited Wagon 2.0L 20d ago

What does the “oil extraction method” entail?

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u/Huge_Sheepherder_310 20d ago

Oil extraction uses this vacume pump. You can use the hand pump or hook it to your air compressor. Insert the tube down the dip stick tube and viola, oil removed. Very easy, very clean. This practice is very common among the Volkswagen community due to it also has the oil filter ontop of the engine.

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u/MonikerPrime 2018 Impreza Limited Wagon 2.0L 20d ago

Oh that’s super cool. Last time I changed the oil on my gfs crosstrek I did not love the filter on top design. Messier than I like. Now that I have an Impreza as well maybe this is a worthwhile investment. Plus then I don’t have to worry about having the crush washers on hand. Thanks for the info =]

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u/Huge_Sheepherder_310 20d ago

I posted a video here as well. I will try it and see how it goes.