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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 8 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE)FRONT VEHICLE SPEED SENSORINSTALLATION

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans

Front Vehicle Speed Sensor: Installation

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Install the front vehicle speed sensor.
Tightening torque:

7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Identifying Front Vehicle Speed Sensor Securing Bolt
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Connect the front vehicle speed sensor connector.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Vehicle Speed Sensor Connector
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Apply proper amount of liquid gasket to the entire oil pan mating surface.
Liquid gasket:

THREE BOND 1217B (Part No. K0877YA020) or equivalent

Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Mating Surface Liquid Gasket Applying Area
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Install the oil pan by equally tightening the bolts.
Tightening torque:

5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)
Install the center differential carrier. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the extension case.
NOTE: Use a new gasket.

Tightening torque:

25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Identifying Extension Case
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Connect the rear vehicle speed sensor connector.

Fig 5: Identifying Rear Vehicle Speed Sensor Connector
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Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Pour ATF from the oil charge pipe. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID .
Check the level and leaks of ATF. Refer to INSPECTION .

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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.