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Subaru Outback Maintenance And Service Manual

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Maintenance schedule .......................................
Maintenance precautions...................................
compartment....................................................
compartment (2.5 L models) .............................
Maintenance tips ................................................
Removing and reinstalling clips ..........................
Removing air intake duct....................................
Pulling off the fender lining ................................
Engine hood .......................................................
Engine compartment overview..........................
2.5 L models ......................................................
3.6 L models ....................................................
Engine oil..........................................................
Checking the oil level .......................................
Changing the oil and oil filter............................
Synthetic oil.....................................................
Cooling system ................................................
Engine coolant .................................................
Air cleaner element ..........................................
Replacing the air cleaner element .....................
Spark plugs ......................................................
Recommended spark plugs ..............................
Drive belts ........................................................
Maintenance and service
11-3
Manual transmission oil ..................................
11-3
Automatic transmission fluid..........................
11-4
Checking the fluid level....................................
Recommended fluid .........................................
11-4
11-5
models)..........................................................
11-5
Checking the oil level ......................................
11-5
11-7
Rear differential gear oil..................................
11-7
Recommended grade and viscosity ..................
11-7
Power steering fluid ........................................
11-9
Checking the fluid level....................................
11-9
Recommended fluid .........................................
11-10
Brake fluid........................................................
11-11
Checking the fluid level....................................
11-11
Recommended brake fluid ...............................
11-13
Clutch fluid (MT models) .................................
11-15
Checking the fluid level....................................
11-15
Recommended clutch fluid...............................
11-15
Brake booster ..................................................
11-16
Brake pedal ......................................................
11-16
11-17
11-17
Clutch pedal (MT models) ...............................
11-19
Checking the clutch function............................
11-19
11-19
11-19
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11-20
11-20
11-21
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Manual transmission oil ........11-19 Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-19 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Automatic transmission fluid......11-20 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Checking the fluid level........11-20 When checking or servicing in the engine Recommended fluid .........
  • Page 2 Windshield wiper blade rubber ......11-38 Other bulbs ............. 11-53 Rear window wiper blade assembly Replacing battery..........11-54 (Outback) ............11-39 Replacing battery of access key....... 11-54 Rear window wiper blade rubber (Outback) ..11-39 Replacing battery of transmitter ....... 11-56 Battery............... 11-41...

  • Page 3: Maintenance Schedule

    Warranty and Main- done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. handled, for example, battery tenance Booklet . If you perform maintenance and service acid.

  • Page 4: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment

    – Models with push-button start SRS airbag or seatbelt preten- system: sioner needs service, consult Always turn the push-button your nearest SUBARU dealer. ignition switch to the “OFF” position and confirm that the operation indicator on the & Before checking or servicing CAUTION switch is turned off.

  • Page 5: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running

    11-5 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips ! Type B clips Maintenance tips the engine has stopped. Some clips and fender linings must be & When checking or servicing removed before replacing the air cleaner in the engine compartment elements or specific bulbs. while the engine is running &...
  • Page 6 11-6 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips ! Reinstalling clips ! Type C clips Type C clips Insert the clip without the center portion Type A clips 1. Turn the clip counterclockwise using a first and then push the center portion of Phillips screwdriver until the center portion the clip into the hole.

  • Page 7: Removing Air Intake Duct

    11-7 Maintenance and service/Engine hood & Removing air intake duct Engine hood To open the hood: 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original positions. 3. Remove the clip from the fender lining. Refer to Type B clips F11-5.
  • Page 8 11-8 Maintenance and service/Engine hood WARNING Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily in- jury.

  • Page 9: Engine Compartment Overview

    11-9 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Power steering fluid reservoir Engine compartment overview (page 11-23) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-25) & 2.5 L models Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-24) Fuse box (page 11-42) Battery (page 11-41) Windshield washer tank (page 11-35) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-11) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-16) Radiator cap (page 11-16)
  • Page 10 11-10 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview & 3.6 L models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-23) Differential gear oil level gauge (page 11-21) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-20) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-24) Fuse box (page 11-42) Battery (page 11-41) Windshield washer tank (page 11-35) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-11) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-16)

  • Page 11: Checking The Oil Level

    Check the engine oil level at each fuel ing light illuminates, have your vehicle stop. inspected by your SUBARU dealer as 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and soon as possible. stop the engine. If you check the oil level .
  • Page 12 11-12 Maintenance and service/Engine oil 3.6 L models 2.5 L models 3.6 L models Oil level gauge Full level Full level Oil filler cap Low level Low level Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 2.

  • Page 13: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter

    11-13 Maintenance and service/Engine oil NOTE 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and CAUTION stop the engine. To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do . For 2.5 L models, be careful not not add any additional oil above the full 3.
  • Page 14 11-14 Maintenance and service/Engine oil the drain plug while the engine is still Oil filter Part Amount of warm. The used oil should be drained into Model color number rotation an appropriate container and disposed of 2.5 L properly. Blue 15208AA15A models rotation...

  • Page 15: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    , u s e o n l y SUBARU Super Coolant. Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity If the SUBARU Super Coolant is provide better fuel economy. However, diluted with another brand or in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is...

  • Page 16: Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections

    FULL level mark Have the coolant changed by your LOW level mark equipped). Refer to Coolant temperature SUBARU dealer if necessary. low indicator light/Coolant temperature Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. high warning light F3-16. 1. Check the coolant level on the outside Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.

  • Page 17: Air Cleaner Element

    The air more frequently. It is recommended that cleaner element not only filters you always use genuine SUBARU parts. intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires. If the air cleaner element is not installed when the engine backfires, you could be burned.
  • Page 18 11-18 Maintenance and service/Air cleaner element power steering system from the clip on the right side of the air cleaner case. 2. Unplug the connector that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case. 3. To remove the connector cable from the air cleaner case, remove the clip that is attached to the connector cable from the guide lug on the right side of the air...

  • Page 19: Spark Plugs

    However, if neces- the spark plugs replaced by your engine is equipped with an automatic belt sary, consult your SUBARU dealer for SUBARU dealer. tension adjuster. However, replacement of inspection. the belt should be done according to the The spark plugs should be replaced &...

  • Page 20: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    11-20 Maintenance and service/Automatic transmission fluid fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the Automatic transmission fluid lower level on the HOT range, add the & Checking the fluid level recommended automatic transmission fluid up to the upper level. The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises;...

  • Page 21: Recommended Fluid

    ! AT models matic transmission fluid could result in variable transmission fluid level. However, damage inside the transmission. When if necessary, consult your SUBARU dealer replacing the automatic transmission for inspection. fluid, be sure to use the specified type. Yellow handle 1.

  • Page 22: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    There is no oil level gauge. To check the front differential gear oil level, we recom- There is no oil level gauge. To check the mend that you consult your SUBARU rear differential gear oil level, we recom- dealer for inspection.

  • Page 23: Power Steering Fluid

    If the fluid level is extreme low, it may Check the power steering fluid level indicate possible leakage. Consult your monthly. SUBARU dealer for inspection. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and stop the engine. & Recommended fluid WARNING Refer to Fluids F12-8.

  • Page 24: Brake Fluid

    . If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. MAX level mark MIN level mark CAUTION Check the fluid level on the outside of the .

  • Page 25: Clutch Fluid (Mt Models)

    If MAX level mark you suspect a problem, have the MIN level mark vehicle checked at your SUBARU Check the fluid level on the outside of the dealer. reservoir. If the level is below MIN level .

  • Page 26: Brake Booster

    Check the brake pedal free play and described in the following procedure, have reserve distance according to the main- it checked by your SUBARU dealer. tenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . 1. With the engine off, depress the brake pedal several times, applying the same &...

  • Page 27: Clutch Pedal (Mt Models)

    If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal- The disc brakes have audible wear indicators on the brake pads. If the brake pads wear close to their service limit, the...

  • Page 28: Breaking-In Of New Brake Pads And Linings

    Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels you apply the brake pedal, have the brake replace all four tires. Tires and wheels pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as ! Winter (snow) tires & Types of tires soon as possible. Winter tires are best suited for driving on You should be familiar with type of tires snow-covered and icy roads.
  • Page 29 In this event, go −108F When a tire is replaced, adjustments are 39 (270, 2.7) 37 (255, 2.55) to a SUBARU dealer to have the system (−238C) necessary to ensure continued normal inspected as soon as possible.

  • Page 30: Tire Inspection

    Tire Pressure for approximately one minute, Drive slowly to the nearest authorized Monitoring System checked at a promptly contact a SUBARU dealer SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- to have the system inspected. inspected. ble.
  • Page 31 11-31 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread the tire pressures to the values shown on trollability and ride comfort, and they the tire placard. The tire placard is located cause the tires to wear abnormally. worn at shoulders) .

  • Page 32: Wheel Balance

    If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly balanced, have them checked and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation. New tread Ride comfort is poor.

  • Page 33: Tire Rotation Direction Mark

    11-33 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels the direction mark facing forward. cause the vehicle to hydroplane. The resulting loss of vehicle control & Tire rotation can lead to an accident. NOTE For safety, inspect the tire tread reg- ularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible.

  • Page 34: Tire Replacement

    For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU formance and can lead to an recommends replacing all four tires at accident. the same time.

  • Page 35: Aluminum Wheels

    . When wheel nuts, balance weights, or fluid runs out, add washer fluid in the tank. the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels. Windshield washer fluid warning light (type A)
  • Page 36 SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid washer nozzles by operating the washer contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if surfactant, by volume.

  • Page 37: Replacement Of Wiper Blades

    11-37 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Windshield wiper blade as- . Return the passenger-side wiper Replacement of wiper blades arm to its original position before sembly returning the driver-side wiper Grease, wax, insects, or other materials 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. arm to its original position.

  • Page 38: Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber

    11-38 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Windshield wiper blade rub- grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the support until it locks. Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided Support with two metal spines, remove the metal Claw spines from the old blade rubber and...

  • Page 39: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)

    11-39 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Rear window wiper blade & Rear window wiper blade assembly (Outback) rubber (Outback) 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm.
  • Page 40 11-40 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, the plastic support. the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm.

  • Page 41: Battery

    11-41 Maintenance and service/Battery distilled water. Battery remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the WARNING positive battery terminal and any- thing connected to it WHILE you . Before beginning work on or near are at the same time in contact any battery, be sure to extinguish with any other metallic portion of...

  • Page 42: Fuses

    11-42 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment.

  • Page 43: Installation Of Accessories

    6. If the same fuse blows again, this greasy gloves, fingerprints or indicates that its system has a problem. grease on the bulb surface will Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. If there are finger- – CONTINUED –...
  • Page 44 NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.

  • Page 45: Front Turn Signal Light

    It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. intake duct, refer to Removing air intake duct F11-7. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 3. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise.

  • Page 46: Parking Light

    & Front fog light (if equipped) NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 2. Turn over the mud guard. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

  • Page 47: Rear Combination Lights

    & Rear combination lights ! Legacy NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Turn the knobs of the cover 90 degrees counterclockwise to remove the cover.
  • Page 48 11-48 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs ! Outback Stop/tail and rear side marker light 4. Slide the rear combination light as- Rear turn signal light sembly straight rearward and remove it 1. Undo the clips. For the method to undo Backup light from the vehicle.

  • Page 49: Tail/Backup Light (Outback)

    11-49 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs & Tail/Backup light (Outback) Tail and rear side marker light 8. Reinstall the rear combination light Stop light assembly by sliding the two-pronged part 1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the Rear turn signal light...

  • Page 50: License Plate Light

    & License plate light ! Legacy NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. Backup light 1. Open the trunk. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise Tail light and remove it.

  • Page 51: Dome Light

    11-51 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs ! Outback 4. Install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the lens. 6. Tighten the mounting screws. & Dome light 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically. 1. Remove the mounting screws using a 3.

  • Page 52: Map Light

    11-52 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs & Map light straight downward to remove it. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. & Vanity mirror light 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of 4.

  • Page 53: Door Step Light

    & Door step light 4. Reinstall the lens. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. & Cargo area light (Outback) 4. Reinstall the lens. & Trunk light (Legacy) 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.

  • Page 54: Replacing Battery

    . Do not let dust, oil or water get on . It is recommended that the battery or in the access key/transmitter should be replaced by a SUBARU dealer. when replacing battery. . Use a new battery.
  • Page 55 11-55 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 4. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with 5. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap (A) insulating tape, and insert it between the side facing upward as shown in the figure.

  • Page 56: Replacing Battery Of Transmitter

    11-56 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery & Replacing battery of trans- mitter Negative (−) side facing up 3. Remove the transmitter case from the key head. 5. Replace the old battery with a new battery (Type CR1620 or equivalent) 1. Remove the screw on the key head. making sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up.

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