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
Oil Pan: Installation
- Install a new O-ring to the oil strainer.NOTE: Apply CVTF to the O-rings.
- Install the oil strainer.
Tightening torque:
9 N.m (0.9 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb)
- Attach the magnet to the oil strainer.
- Apply liquid gasket to the mating surface of the oil pan as shown in the figure, and install the oil pan.NOTE:
- Before applying liquid gasket, degrease the old liquid gasket seal surfaces of the oil pan and transmission body.
- Install within 5 min. after applying liquid gasket.
Liquid gasket:
THREE BOND 1216J or equivalent
- Evenly tighten the bolts which hold the oil pan.
Tightening torque:
5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)
- Fill with CVTF. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>CVTF>REPLACEMENT .
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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.