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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Starter Specifications
NOTE:
Information is not available for Forester.
STARTER SPECIFICATIONS (IMPREZA)
| Application | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Brushes | |||
| Minimum Length | .45" (11.5 mm) | ||
| Standard Length | .67" (17.0 mm) | ||
| Commutator | |||
| Runout | |||
| Limit | .0039" (.100 mm) | ||
| Standard | .0020" (.050 mm) | ||
| Mica Depth (Standard) | .020-.031" (.50-.80 mm) | ||
| Load Test | |||
| Torque | |||
| M/T | 6.3 Ft. Lbs. (8.5 N.m) | ||
| A/T | 7.2 Ft. Lbs. (9.8 N.m) | ||
| Maximum Amps | |||
| A/T | 300 Amps | ||
| M/T | 280 Amps | ||
| Minimum RPM | |||
| A/T | 1000 RPM | ||
| M/T | 980 RPM | ||
| Voltage Drop (Minimum) | |||
| A/T | 7.7 Volts | ||
| M/T | 8 Volts | ||
| Lock Test | |||
| Minimum Voltage | 4 Volts | ||
| Maximum Amps | |||
| A/T | 980 Amps | ||
| M/T | 780 Amps | ||
| Minimum Torque | |||
| A/T | 17 Ft. Lbs. (23 N.m) | ||
| M/T | 13 Ft. Lbs. (17.6 N.m) | ||
| No-Load Test | |||
| Maximum Amps | 90 Amps | ||
| Minimum RPM | 3000 RPM | ||
| Voltage Drop (Minimum) | 11 Volts | ||
STARTER SPECIFICATIONS (LEGACY)
| Application | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Brushes | |||
| Minimum Length | .39" (10.0 mm) | ||
| Standard Length | .59" (15.0 mm) | ||
| Commutator | |||
| Runout | |||
| Limit | .0020" (.050 mm) | ||
| Standard | .0008" (.020 mm) | ||
| Mica Depth | |||
| Limit | .008" (.20 mm) | ||
| Standard | .024" (.60 mm) | ||
| Load Test | |||
| Load | |||
| M/T | 7 Ft. Lbs. (10 N.m) | ||
| A/T | 10 Ft. Lbs. (14 N.m) | ||
| Maximum Amps | |||
| A/T | 370 Amps | ||
| M/T | 280 Amps | ||
| Minimum RPM | |||
| A/T | 880 RPM | ||
| M/T | 900 RPM | ||
| Voltage Drop (Minimum) | 8 Volts | ||
| Lock Test | |||
| Minimum Voltage | 5 Volts | ||
| Maximum Amps | |||
| A/T | 1050 Amps | ||
| M/T | 800 Amps | ||
| Minimum Torque | 20.3 Ft. Lbs. (27.5 N.m) | ||
| No-Load Test | |||
| Maximum Amps | 90 Amps | ||
| Minimum RPM | |||
| A/T | 2900 RPM | ||
| M/T | 3000 RPM | ||
| Voltage Drop (Minimum) | 11 Volts | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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