2013 Subaru Outback Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Transmission Case: Removal

  1. Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer to REMOVAL .
  2. Remove the air breather hose. Refer to REMOVAL .
  3. Remove the control valve body. Refer to REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the transmission harness. Refer to REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the turbine speed sensor. Refer to REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the secondary speed sensor. Refer to REMOVAL .
  7. Remove the primary speed sensor. Refer to REMOVAL .
  8. Remove the inhibitor switch. Refer to REMOVAL .
  9. Remove the extension case. Refer to REMOVAL .
  10. Remove the transfer clutch assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
  11. Remove the transfer driven gear assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
  12. Remove the parking pawl. Refer to REMOVAL .
  13. Remove the reduction driven gear assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
  14. Remove the oil pan and oil strainer. Refer to REMOVAL .
  15. Remove the transmission control device. Refer to REMOVAL .
  16. Remove the oil baffle securing bolt.
    Fig 1: Locating Oil Baffle Mounting Bolts
    G08317955Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  17. Remove the CVTF cooler pipe COMPL. Refer to REMOVAL .
  18. Remove the transmission case.
    NOTE: The total number of transmission case mounting bolts is 15.
  19. Remove the oil baffle.
    Fig 2: Identifying Oil Baffle
    G08317957Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  20. Remove the O-ring.
    Fig 3: Locating O-Rings
    G08317958Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  21. Remove the seal ring from the transmission case.
    Fig 4: Locating Transmission Case Seal Rings
    G08551000Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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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.