2021 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Oil Pan

Fig 1: Oil Pan Components (With Torque Specification)
G13642239Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Tightening torque: N.m (kgf-m, ft-lb) 

T1: 5 (0.5, 3.7) 

T2: 6.4 (0.7, 4.7) 

T3: 10 (1.0, 7.4) 

T4: 41.7 (4.3, 30.8) 

T5: 90 (9.2, 66.4) 

T6:  Refer to. to LUBRICATION(W/O STI)>OIL PAN>INSTALLATION>OIL PAN .

T7:  Refer to. to LUBRICATION(W/O STI)>OIL PAN>INSTALLATION>OIL PAN UPPER .

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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.