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.
2012 Subaru Outback Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Converter Assembly: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- When the oil pump shaft is removed, install the shaft to torque converter.NOTE:
- Use a new circlip.
- Make sure the circlip is firmly inserted.
- Install the oil pump shaft to torque converter, and then make sure that the clip is secured on groove.
- Apply ATF to the revolving and sliding surface of the oil pump shaft.
- Holding the torque converter assembly by hand, lightly rotate it to engage with the oil pump rotor.
- Check the protruding dimension of the torque converter assembly.
Dimension A:
8 mm (0.31 in) or less
- Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.
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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.