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
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | See Underhood Decal. | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.94 LBS. | 0.42 KG | HFC-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.80 QTS. | 0.75 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.5L Eng,Standard Trans | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | SUBARU Super Coolant | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | w/Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | API - SM or SN or ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Oil | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | API - SM or SN or ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Oil | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.90 QTS. | 3.69 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 or equivalent | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | SUBARU Power Steering Fluid. Alternative: DEXRON III | S | |||
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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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