The model number plate indicates the type, V.I.N. < Ref. to MEANING OF V.I.N. , IDENTIFICATION, Identification . >, applied model, option code, trim code, engine type, transmission type and the exterior color code. This information is helpful when placing orders for parts.

BL9DYHJ

MODEL NUMBER PLATE DESCRIPTION

Digits	Code	Meaning	Details
1	B	Series	LEGACY
2	L	Body type	L: Sedan P: Wagon
3	9	Engine displacement Drive system Suspension system	9:2.5 L AWD E: 3.0 L AWD
4	D	Model year	D: 2008MY
5	Y	Destination	Y: U.S., Canada
6	H	Grade	C: 2.5 GT Limited D: OUTBACK 2.5 XT Limited F: 2.5 GT spec. B H: 2.5 i K: 2.5 i Limited P: OUTBACK 2.5 BASE S: OUTBACK 2.5 i T: OUTBACK 2.5 i Limited U: OUTBACK 3.0 R V: OUTBACK 3.0 R Limited X: OUTBACK 3.0 R L.L.Bean
7	J	Transmission, fuel feed system	D: DOHC MFI Turbo 5MT J: SOHC MFI 5MT H: DOHC MFI Turbo 6MT L: SOHC MFI 4AT TIP U: DOHC MFI 5AT TIP V: DOHC MFI Turbo 5AT TIP

The engine and transmission type are as follows.

ENGINE

EJ253BSEFB

ENGINE DESCRIPTION

Digits	Code	Meaning	Details
1 and 2	EJ	Engine type	EJ: 4 cylinder EZ: 6 cylinders
3 and 4	25	Displacement	25: 2.5 L 30: 3.0 L
5	3	Fuel feed system	3: MFI non-turbo (SOHC) 5: MFI turbo D: MFI non-turbo (DOHC, H6)
6	B	Emission control	B: For USA
7	S	Mounted transmission	C: D-5AT E: 5MT (Flexible type flywheel, Wide angle damper type disc wheel) G: 6MT P: 4AT S: 5MT (Flexible type flywheel)
8 - 10	EFB	Detailed specifications

TRANSMISSION

TY758VCEAA

TRANSMISSION DESCRIPTION

Digits	Code	Meaning	Details
1	T	Transmission	T: Transmission
2	Y	Transmission type	G: Full-time AWD 5AT center differential V: Full-time AWD AT center differential Y: Full-time AWD MT center differential Z: Full-time AWD AT MPT
3 and 4	75	Identification	1B: 4AT 5D: 5AT 75: 5MT 85: 6MT
5	8	Series	6: 6MT 7: 5AT 8: 5MT or 4AT
6	V	Transmission specifications	C: Full-time AWD VTD 5AT L: Full-time AWD MPT 4AT M: Full-time AWD center differential 4AT V: Full-time AWD 5MT single range with viscous coupling center differential W: Full-time AWD 6MT single range with viscous coupling center differential
7	C	Mounted vehicle	C: 2.5 L SOHC F: 2.5 L SOHC V: 3.0 L DOHC W: 2.5 L DOHC Turbo
8 - 10	EAA	Detailed specifications

REAR DIFFERENTIAL

REAR DIFFERENTIAL DESCRIPTION

Code	Reduction gear ratio	LSD
CD	4.444	Viscous
CF	4.444	Viscous
EW	3.900	Viscous
HY	3.545	Torsen
JE	4.111	Viscous
T1	3.900	None
T2	4.111	None
TP	4.444	None
XJ	4.111	None
XU	3.272	Viscous
XZ	3.083	Viscous

OPTION

U5UC

OPTION DESCRIPTION

Digits	Code	Meaning	Details
1 - 2	U5	Destination	C0: Canada U4: U.S. For USA U5: U.S. For states using California emission standards U6: U.S. For states not using California emission standards
3	U	Option equipment	3: Cruise control, Power pack D: Vehicle dynamics control (VDC), Cruise control E: Vehicle dynamics control (VDC), Cruise control, Power pack U: Cruise control
4	C	Option equipment	C: A/C, Side airbag, Curtain airbag K: A/C, Side airbag, Curtain airbag, Sunroof, Navigation system W: A/C, Side airbag, Curtain airbag, Sunroof

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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