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.
2022 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.70 OZS. | 0.13 L | DENSO Oil 12 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.95 LBS. | 0.43 KG | HFO-1234yf (CH2) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.5L Eng | 12.40 QTS. | 11.73 L | SUBARU CVT Fluid LINEARTRONIC III | Approximate capacity. Consult your SUBARU dealer for fluid type. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 2.5L Eng | Front | 1.40 QTS. | 1.32 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 gear oil (using this type of only will detract from fuel efficiency). | The vehicle is filled at the factory with this type of differential gear oil: SUBARU Extra MT | S |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.80 QTS. | 0.75 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.5L Eng | 9.50 QTS. | 8.99 L | SUBARU Super Coolant | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, API - SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil | If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Washer Fluid | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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