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.

2013 Subaru Outback Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Turbo Model

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Temporarily tighten the drive plate and reinforcement drive plate.
Set the ST.
ST 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Stopper (Turbo Model)
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Tighten the drive plate mounting bolt in three stages.
1. Tighten the drive plate mounting bolt.
  Tightening torque:
  
  10 N.m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.4 ft-lb)
2. Additionally tighten the drive plate mounting bolts.
  Tightening torque:
  
  40 N.m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb)
3. While checking the tightening angle with the ST, further tighten the drive plate mounting bolts.
  Tightening angle:
  
  30°±5°
  
  ST 18854AA000 ANGLE GAUGE
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.