2010 Subaru Outback Premium, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Identification Number & Label Locations

The V.I.N. (Vehicle Identification Numbers) is used to classify the vehicle.

  • POSITIONING OF THE PLATE LABEL FOR IDENTIFICATION 
    Fig 1: Identifying Identification Number And Label Locations
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  • ENGINE 
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Serial Number And Engine Type Crankcase Side
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  • AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 

    5AT 

    Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Serial Number And AT Type Label (5AT)
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    CVT 

    Fig 4: Identifying Transmission Serial Number And CVT Type Label (CVT)
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  • MANUAL TRANSMISSION 

    6MT 

    Fig 5: Identifying Transmission Serial Number And MT Type Label (6MT)
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  • REAR DIFFERENTIAL 

    T-type 

    Fig 6: Identifying Rear Differential (T-type)
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    VA1-type 

    Fig 7: Identifying Rear Differential (VA1-type)
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    VA2-type 

    Fig 8: Identifying Rear Differential (VA2-type)
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  • FMVSS LABEL, CMVSS LABEL 

    Example

    Fig 9: Identifying FMVSS Label And CMVSS Label
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  • MODEL NUMBER LABEL 
    Fig 10: Identifying Model Number Label
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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.