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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.
2005 Subaru Outback i, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Information: Specifications: Outback: Transmission
TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATION
| Model | 2.5 L SOHC | 2.5 L DOHC turbo | 3.0 L DOHC | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission type | (1) | (2) | (1) | (3) | (3) | ||||||||||||
| Clutch type | (4) | (5) | (4) | (5) | (5) | ||||||||||||
| Gear ratio | 1st | 3.454 | 2.785 | 3.166 | 3.540 | 3.540 | |||||||||||
| 2nd | 2.062 | 1.545 | 1.882 | 2.264 | 2.264 | ||||||||||||
| 3rd | 1.448 | 1.000 | 1.296 | 1.471 | 1.471 | ||||||||||||
| 4th | 1.088 | 0.694 | 0.972 | 1.000 | 1.000 | ||||||||||||
| 5th | 0.871 | No | 0.738 | 0.834 | 0.834 | ||||||||||||
| Rev. | 3.333 | 2.272 | 3.333 | 2.370 | 2.370 | ||||||||||||
| Reduction gear (Front) | 1st reduction | Type of gear | No | Helical | No | Helical | Helical | ||||||||||
| Gear ratio | No | 1.000 | No | 1.000 | 1.000 | ||||||||||||
| Final reduction | Type of gear | Hypoid | Hypoid | Hypoid | Hypoid | Hypoid | |||||||||||
| Gear ratio | 4.111 | 4.444 | 4.444 | 3.583 | 3.272 | ||||||||||||
| Reduction gear (Rear) | Transfer reduction | Type of gear | Helical | No | Helical | No | No | ||||||||||
| Gear ratio | 1.000 | No | 1.000 | No | No | ||||||||||||
| Final reduction | Type of gear | Hypoid | Hypoid | Hypoid | Hypoid | Hypoid | |||||||||||
| Gear ratio | 4.111 | 4.444 | 4.444 | 3.583 | 3.272 | ||||||||||||
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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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