Safety Warning
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.
2002 Subaru Outback VDC Sedan AWD F6-3.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
82500 MI or 132000 KM
Replace
Oil Filter, Engine
Perform at mileage interval or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil
Perform at mileage interval or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first.
Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
When equipped.
Rotate
Tires
Perform at mileage interval or every 15 months, whichever occurs first. Rotate and inspect tires. A tire should be replaced when a tread wear indicator appears as a solid bar across the tread. The indicators appear when the tread has worn to 1.8 mm (0.071 in) or less. Rotate at mileage interval or 7.5 months, whichever occurs first.
Oil Filter, Engine
Perform at mileage interval or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil
Perform at mileage interval or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first.
Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
When equipped.
Rotate
Tires
Perform at mileage interval or every 15 months, whichever occurs first. Rotate and inspect tires. A tire should be replaced when a tread wear indicator appears as a solid bar across the tread. The indicators appear when the tread has worn to 1.8 mm (0.071 in) or less. Rotate at mileage interval or 7.5 months, whichever occurs first.
Factory Service Tools
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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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