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.
2021 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Intermediate Case: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Remove the transfer reduction driven gear. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>TRANSFER REDUCTION DRIVEN GEAR>REMOVAL .
- Remove the electric oil pump. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>ELECTRIC FLUID PUMP>REMOVAL .
- Remove the bolt which secures the transmission hanger (A) and intermediate case.
- Remove the intermediate case using a plastic hammer and a crowbar wrapped with protection tape at the points shown in the figure.
- Remove the O-rings.
- Remove the thrust bearing.
- Remove the planetary gear and forward clutch drum as a single unit.
- Remove the washer.
- Remove the CVTF filter.
- Remove the liquid gasket from the intermediate case and transmission case.
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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.