2013 Subaru Outback Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Oil Pump Chain: Installation

  1. Clean the mating surface of oil pump chain cover and converter case.
  2. Using the ST, install the oil seal.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new oil seal.
    • Apply CVTF to the oil seal lip and press-fitting surface.

    ST 499755602 PRESS SNAP RING

    Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal Using Press
    G08318170Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the drive sprocket.
    Fig 2: Identifying Drive Sprocket
    G08318168Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the snap ring so that its cutout portion is securely fitted into the snap ring groove of the oil pump chain cover.
    Fig 3: Identifying Installation Range Of Cutout Portion For Snap Ring
    G08579064Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Place the oil pump chain on drive sprocket.
  6. Place the oil pump chain on driven sprocket and install the driven sprocket to oil pump chain cover.
    Fig 4: Placing Oil Pump Chain On Driven Sprocket
    G08318173Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the seal ring.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new seal ring.
    • Apply CVTF to the seal rings.
    • When installing the seal ring, do not expand the seal ring too much.
      Fig 5: Locating Seal Rings
      G08318165Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Apply liquid gasket seamlessly to the mating surface of oil pump chain cover.
    CAUTION: Do not apply liquid gasket at the arrowed hole.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or equivalent 

    Fig 6: Caution For Applying Liquid Gasket On Oil Pump Chain Cover Hole
    G08318175Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install the oil pump chain cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    21 N.m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 7: Locating Oil Pump Chain Cover Mounting Bolts
    G08318164Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Install the torque converter assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  11. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION .
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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.