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
General Information & Specifications: Specifications: Legacy: Capacity
| Model | 2.5 L DOHC non-turbo | 2.4 L DOHC turbo | ||
| Fuel tank | L (US gal, Imp gal) | 70 (18.5, 15.4) | ||
| Engine oil | Total capacity (at overhaul) | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 5.1 (5.4, 4.5) | 5.55 (5.9, 4.9) |
| When replacing engine oil and oil filter | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 4.2 (4.4, 3.7) | 4.5 (4.8, 4.0) | |
| When replacing engine oil only | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 4.0 (4.2, 3.5) | 4.3 (4.5, 3.8) | |
| CVTF | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 11.02 - 11.52 (11.648 - 12.177, 9.699 - 10.139) | 11.39 - 11.89 (12.039 - 12.568, 10.024 - 10.464) | |
| Front differential gear oil | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 1.22 - 1.30 (1.290 - 1.374, 1.074 - 1.144) | 1.15 - 1.25 (1.216 - 1.321, 1.012 - 1.100) | |
| Rear differential gear oil | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 0.8 (0.85, 0.70) | ||
| Engine coolant | L (US qt, Imp qt) | 9.0 (9.5, 7.9) | 8.7 (9.2, 7.7) | |
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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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