This doesn't work on a 2009-2012 Subaru Outback/Legacy. Those have the EJ253 instead of FB25 shown in this tutorial. 2009-12 uses a 14mm drain plug, takes 5W30, and the oil filter is installed from the bottom where it's kinda tucked in above the exhaust. Crush washer is still needed though.
Good video. Especially liked the information on crush washer orientation. I like to remove the filler cap and dipstick before draining the oil; I think opening up both "ports" helps the oil to drain a little better (gravity); it also helps to lower the passenger side a little bit to get as much oil out of the drain pan as possible. Subaru dealer recommended using 5w30 oil to reduce oil consumption and to also make sure PVC valve is changed at prescribed intervals.
It looks like the plug is on the driver's side of the oil pan (unless I'm looking at it wrong, or the image is backwards.) Wouldn't you want to lower the driver's side of the car so that the oil drains towards the plug/drain?
For someone who has 2010-2014 Subaru Outbacks. Oil capacity is 4.2 qts (4.0L). Subaru OEM filter that sits underneath between the exhaust cross pipe is not easy to tighten with wet slippery hands, oil will leak. Dont ask me how I know. The proper torque rating is 10 N.m which is 88-90 Inch Lbs. The filter gasket is "P" type, similar to a "O" ring with flat back.
Thank you! If you have the CVT like mine, you do not need to service the transmission fluid. I believe all of the newer 4 cylinders have to CVT. Seems like the general consensus is that changing the CVT fluid does more harm than good since it risks introducing contamination and it really shouldn't change viscosity much like a traditional style transmission will over time.
OEM fluids and filters. You cant go wrong that. Shop oaper towels and break cleaners. Wipe off everything around your working part to avoid contamination of cvt fluid. Do it inside your garage if possible.
Hell0 Just wanted to ask if the same procedure for legacy GT 2.5 (turbo) 2014 ? How many kilos does it takes with new filter ? And which is the best oil to be uses in the middle east climate ? Theere is no.snow 5w-30 5w-40 10w-40 10w-50 10w-60 Thank you
I went to replace my drain plug with a valve. All the info for drain plugs shows it to be an m20 plug. Guess what...for some reason, my plug is a m16 on my 2014 2.5 outback. Wtf?
I have 2009 Subaru outback diesel i change my oil every 4000ks with new oil filter and i prime to oil filter and use a fully Synthetic oil and replACE THE o,Ring each service in my motor bike i change the oil an filter every 3ooo ks without fail . With regards to the Subaru outback what is the best fully Synthetic oil Brand .Mobil .Caltex Vavlalene ???????????
I think Subaru recommends Mobil 1 but I think they are all pretty much the same and meet the same standards. I usually buy whichever one is on sale at Advance auto. If you want to splurge on oil, then I think AMSOIL is about as good as it gets. They rate theirs for 15k+ miles.
Subaru claims you do but I have never actually seen any oil drip from the drain plug when I used to not replace the crush washer. I think most Subarus burn more oil than average and they like to tell you that it is just the crush washer. If you ever see a drip under your car I would say maybe the crush washer would be the first place to look. You can buy a box of them that will last many years so I just did that to be safe.
It does burn a lot of oil. I burn about two or three quarts per 7500 miles and have since I got it. I run 5w 30 High Mileage now instead of 0w20 which helps quite a bit. It now burns closer to 1.5 or two quarts per 7500 miles.
Yeah. Oil filter for 2011 subaru outback 2.5i is below the car. It also takes 5w30. But, still this video helps. I've been putting in the crush washer the wrong side. Thanks
With living in a colder climate and doing mostly short trips, I noticed my oil getting very dirty fast so I do my changes at 7000 kms (4600 miles). Always get my oil in bulk when it's on sale so including OEM filter/washer, I pay under $50CAD/change doing it myself. I know Subaru says 7500 miles but I prefer getting that dirty oil out a lot sooner!
@@boogietronix same for me. I deal in spare parts. I service my car after every 7000kms. I use Eco 5 caltex 5w-30.. I'm in an equatorial region. 0w-20 isn't good in this region coz the coldest temp is 12 above 0 and we have days that are hotter past 34 degrees Celsius. You'd actually be burning oil instead of fuel. 5w-30 is the best oil here. The crush washer is a gimmick coz majority of Subaru burn oil
@@njenga.n.n Good point. I have switched to 5W30 in our Ottawa summers as I was getting some knocking and it has cleared things up... The 0W20 is just too thin above 25C IMHO.
I just needed to know how the crush washer went on. You did perfect. I watched 12 videos and no one covered it but you good job
This doesn't work on a 2009-2012 Subaru Outback/Legacy. Those have the EJ253 instead of FB25 shown in this tutorial. 2009-12 uses a 14mm drain plug, takes 5W30, and the oil filter is installed from the bottom where it's kinda tucked in above the exhaust. Crush washer is still needed though.
Legend. Straight to the point.
Very helpful. Great job on this instructional video. Much appreciated.
I put the fumoto drain valve on mine. Love it. No crush washer again just flip and drain.
That's pretty awesome! I didn't even know that existed. Are you ever concerned about it accidentally bumping opened at all?
Cool Stuff Guys Like no it's up in there a bit high but you can get a lock for them if you are really concerned of grounding your car out alot
There are some nice videos on it and only cost 20 bucks. So a few changes makes the money and time up for the washers👍
Cool Stuff Guys Like it is a push spring and twist valve it's cool
Oh, that makes me feel more confident! I'll check them out.
Thank You sir. Great job!
Good video. Especially liked the information on crush washer orientation. I like to remove the filler cap and dipstick before draining the oil; I think opening up both "ports" helps the oil to drain a little better (gravity); it also helps to lower the passenger side a little bit to get as much oil out of the drain pan as possible. Subaru dealer recommended using 5w30 oil to reduce oil consumption and to also make sure PVC valve is changed at prescribed intervals.
It looks like the plug is on the driver's side of the oil pan (unless I'm looking at it wrong, or the image is backwards.) Wouldn't you want to lower the driver's side of the car so that the oil drains towards the plug/drain?
For someone who has 2010-2014 Subaru Outbacks. Oil capacity is 4.2 qts (4.0L). Subaru OEM filter that sits underneath between the exhaust cross pipe is not easy to tighten with wet slippery hands, oil will leak. Dont ask me how I know. The proper torque rating is 10 N.m which is 88-90 Inch Lbs. The filter gasket is "P" type, similar to a "O" ring with flat back.
Thanks, but this is not applicable for the 09 Outback which has the old engine (filter underneath).
was bout to comment that
when the filter is located under the car it’s such a pain
Should there be oil around the oil filter
Great video! Easy explanation,, what about the transmission oil,, ? Do you have Recommendations or mor info..?
Thank you! If you have the CVT like mine, you do not need to service the transmission fluid. I believe all of the newer 4 cylinders have to CVT. Seems like the general consensus is that changing the CVT fluid does more harm than good since it risks introducing contamination and it really shouldn't change viscosity much like a traditional style transmission will over time.
OEM fluids and filters. You cant go wrong that. Shop oaper towels and break cleaners. Wipe off everything around your working part to avoid contamination of cvt fluid. Do it inside your garage if possible.
Hell0
Just wanted to ask if the same procedure for legacy GT 2.5 (turbo) 2014 ?
How many kilos does it takes with new filter ?
And which is the best oil to be uses in the middle east climate ?
Theere is no.snow
5w-30
5w-40
10w-40
10w-50
10w-60
Thank you
What size washer?
I have an 09 and you can only access the filter from underneath the car and it's a massive pain in the ass.
So all the old oil from the filter stays
I went to replace my drain plug with a valve. All the info for drain plugs shows it to be an m20 plug. Guess what...for some reason, my plug is a m16 on my 2014 2.5 outback. Wtf?
Man that is annoying. I have considered a valve but I am paranoid I will drive over some snow or something and unintentionally open it.
Wich kind oil ?for my subaru it is 70K Miles...
I also have a 2013 Subaru Legacy, thanks for the info.
Great video. TY & BTW...14mm plug on a 2011 Outback
My 2010 has the filter at the back of the motor!
I have 2009 Subaru outback diesel i change my oil every 4000ks with new oil filter and i prime to oil filter and use a fully Synthetic oil and replACE THE o,Ring each service in my motor bike i change the oil an filter every 3ooo ks without fail .
With regards to the Subaru outback what is the best fully Synthetic oil Brand .Mobil .Caltex Vavlalene ???????????
I think Subaru recommends Mobil 1 but I think they are all pretty much the same and meet the same standards. I usually buy whichever one is on sale at Advance auto. If you want to splurge on oil, then I think AMSOIL is about as good as it gets. They rate theirs for 15k+ miles.
My 2014 Outback seems to prefer Castrol EDGE. I got noise from Mobil at high temps in summer.
goldwingman1500 outback diesel?
Do you really need a new crush washer
Subaru claims you do but I have never actually seen any oil drip from the drain plug when I used to not replace the crush washer. I think most Subarus burn more oil than average and they like to tell you that it is just the crush washer. If you ever see a drip under your car I would say maybe the crush washer would be the first place to look. You can buy a box of them that will last many years so I just did that to be safe.
Do you have the excessive oil consumption problem with his model year?
It does burn a lot of oil. I burn about two or three quarts per 7500 miles and have since I got it. I run 5w 30 High Mileage now instead of 0w20 which helps quite a bit. It now burns closer to 1.5 or two quarts per 7500 miles.
@@CoolStuffGuysLike but the manual says to use 0w20 and if you put 5w 30 , then change it on the next oil change to 0w20 , isnt it ?
@region0706
5w30 is the best thing you can use, forget the manual.
Thank you, appeciated :)
This does not apply to the 2011 Outback or Legacy.
Yeah. Oil filter for 2011 subaru outback 2.5i is below the car. It also takes 5w30. But, still this video helps. I've been putting in the crush washer the wrong side. Thanks
Were you experiencing oil leaks around the drain plug due to the way you were installing it?
this is totally different then my 2012 legacy mine uses 5w 30 and has filter on bottom between exhaust pipes
Yeah man I have a 2011 legacy and mine uses 5w30 as well
You should change differential oil too every 30k miles
Where do you get you crush washers?
I usually purchase the OEM Subaru filters from eBay and they come with it.
Oreily's Auto Parts carries them.
any hardware store or parts should have them
i bought a box of them from amazon looks just like one they use in video
does anybody wait for 7500 miles?
With living in a colder climate and doing mostly short trips, I noticed my oil getting very dirty fast so I do my changes at 7000 kms (4600 miles). Always get my oil in bulk when it's on sale so including OEM filter/washer, I pay under $50CAD/change doing it myself. I know Subaru says 7500 miles but I prefer getting that dirty oil out a lot sooner!
@@boogietronix same for me. I deal in spare parts. I service my car after every 7000kms. I use Eco 5 caltex 5w-30.. I'm in an equatorial region. 0w-20 isn't good in this region coz the coldest temp is 12 above 0 and we have days that are hotter past 34 degrees Celsius. You'd actually be burning oil instead of fuel. 5w-30 is the best oil here. The crush washer is a gimmick coz majority of Subaru burn oil
@@njenga.n.n Good point. I have switched to 5W30 in our Ottawa summers as I was getting some knocking and it has cleared things up... The 0W20 is just too thin above 25C IMHO.
Вроде новая машина,почему так много ржавчины!
Outback oil and areas are completely different. Change the title. It’s misleading. Thumbs down
Is it a four or six cylinder? The outback and legacy share the same engine and chassis. This will apply to either if they have the 2.5i engine.
@@CoolStuffGuysLike four
@@CoolStuffGuysLike The filter are underneath. Only difference.
Igual amor precioso que descanses.