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.
2006 Subaru Outback i, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Information: Specifications: Legacy: Capacity
CAPACITY - SPECIFICATIONS
| Model | 2.5 L SOHC | 2.5 L DOHC turbo | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5MT | 4AT | 5MT | 5AT | |||
| Fuel tank | l (US gal, Imp gal) | 64(16.9, 14.1) | ||||
| Engine oil | Total capacity (Overhaul) | l (US gal, Imp gal) | 4.8 (5.2, 4.3) | 5.0 (5.3, 4.4) | ||
| Filling amount of engine oil l (US qt, Imp qt) | When replacing engine oil and oil filter | 4.2 (4.4, 3.7) | 4.3 (4.5, 3.8) | |||
| When replacing engine oil only | 4.0 (4.2, 3.5) | |||||
| Transmission gear oil | l (US qt, Imp qt) | 3.5(3.7,3.1) | - | 3.5(3.7,3.1) | - | |
| ATF | l (US qt, Imp qt) | - | 9.5(10.0,8.4) | - | 9.8(10.4,8.6) | |
| Front differential gear oil | l (US qt, Imp qt) | - | 1.2(1.3,1.1) | - | 1.4(1.5,1.2) | |
| Rear differential gear oil | l (US qt, Imp qt) | 0.8 (0.8, 0.7) | ||||
| Power steering fluid | l (US qt, Imp qt) | 0.7 (0.7, 0.6) | ||||
| Engine coolant | l (US qt, Imp qt) | 6.5 (6.9, 5.7) | 6.4 (6.8, 5.6) | 7.3 (7.7, 6.4) | 7.2 (7.6, 6.3) | |
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.