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.
2007 Subaru Outback F6-3.0L DOHCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
Connecting Rod Bolts 53 N-m (5.4 kgf-m, 39 ft. lbs.)
Flex Plate Bolts 81 N-m (8.3 kgf-m, 60 ft. lbs.)
Cylinder Head Bolts
For cylinder head bolt tightening specifications and sequence, please refer to Removal and Replacement.
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
Bolts 1 - 12 16 N-m (1.6 kgf-m, 12 ft. lbs.)
Bolts 13 - 16 9.75 N-m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.2 ft. lbs.)
Tightening torque:
LH Cylinder Block To RH Cylinder Block Bolts
For cylinder block tightening specifications and sequence, please refer to Overhaul. Service and Repair
Crank Pulley Bolt 178 N-m (18.1 kgf-m, 131 ft. lbs.)
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.