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.
2008 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Front Suspension System: General Description: Specification
FRONT SUSPENSION SPECIFICATION
| Model | Sedan | Wagon | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 i | 2.5 GT | 2.5 GT spec. B, 3.0R | 2.5 i | 2.5 GT | OUTBACK | |||||||
| Front | Wheel arch height (Tolerance: +12 mm -24 mm (+0.47 in -0.94 in)) |
mm (in) | 381 (15.0) | 381 (15.0) | 439 (17.3) | |||||||
| Camber (Tolerance: ±0°45' Differences between RH and LH: 45' or less) | -0°15' | -0°15' | 0°40' | |||||||||
| Caster (Referential Value) | 5°55' | 5°40' | 4°55' | |||||||||
| Steering angle (Tolerance: ±1.5°) |
Inner wheel | 37.6° | 33.8° | 37.6° | ||||||||
| Outer wheel | 33.0° | 30.2° | 33.0° | |||||||||
| Toe-in | mm (in) | 0±3 (0±0.12) Toe angle (sum of both wheels): 0°±0°15' | ||||||||||
| Kingpin angle (Referential Value) | 13°45' | 12°05' | 13°45' | 12°05' | ||||||||
| Rear | Wheel arch height (Tolerance: +12 mm -24 mm (+0.47 in -0.94 in)) |
mm (in) | 365 (14.4) | 375 (14.8) | 438 (17.2) | |||||||
| Camber (Tolerance: ±0°45' Differences between RH and LH: 45' or less) | -0°40' | -0°30' | -0°10' | |||||||||
| Toe-in | mm (in) | (2) | (1) | |||||||||
| Thrust angle (Tolerance: ±0°30') | 0° | |||||||||||
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NOTE:
- Front and rear toe-in and front camber can be adjusted. Adjust if the toe-in or camber tolerance exceeds specifications.
- Other items indicated in the specifications table cannot be adjusted. If other items exceed specifications, check the suspension parts and connections for deformation, and replace with new parts as required.
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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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