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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Subaru -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Dual Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2003 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and plug the ends.
  • If applicable, disconnect fluid warning switch electrical connector.
  • Remove master cylinder retaining nuts and the master cylinder.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
  • Bleed hydraulic system after completing installation.

Dual Proportioning Valve

Inspect brake line connections at DPV...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Subaru -> Component Locations -> 1990-03 Legacy, 1993-04 Impreza (Except WRX STi), 1998-04 Forester & 2000-03 Outback w/1.8L, 2.2L, 2.5L & 3.0L Engines
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Outback XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS

Wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material. Rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with adjacent metal parts during removal.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove center exhaust pipes bolts and nuts.
  • Remove rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
  • Remove heat shield cover.
  • Place reference mark on front driveline and rear differential flange. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage rear driveline shaft flange yoke or companion flange
  • Remove...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2009 Subaru Outback 3.0 R Limited 3.0 H6 GAS

This warning lamp will illuminate when tire pressure falls below a specified psi. When the warning lamp illuminates, check the air pressu...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

  • Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  • Disconnect connector and terminal from alternator.
  • Remove V-belt covers.
  • Remove V-belts.
  • Remove bolts which ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 2005-06 Baja & 2005-09 Legacy & Outback
Vehicle: 2007 Subaru Outback 2.5I 2.5 H4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 9,300 miles.

  • Remove the instrument panel side cover.
  • Remove the glove compartment retaining clips and damper, then the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Remove the glove compartment upper storage bin.
  • Through the glove compar...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Subaru -> Hill Start Assist Warning Lamp -> Manual Transmission Models
Vehicle: 2007 Subaru Outback 2.5I Basic 2.5 H4 GAS

The Hill Start Assist warning lamp, will illuminate for a few seconds when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check. If the lamp illuminates while the engine is running, a malfuncti...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Outback R L.l. Bean Edition 3.0 H6 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at cylinder head.
  • Remove hose from cylinder head.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Remove drive belt cover. Wipe off any oil or water on belt and pulley.
  • Loosen lockbolt on slider bolt.
  • Loosen slider bolt.
  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Subaru Outback XT Limited 2.5 H4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Subaru Outback XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Purge Control Solenoid Valve
  • Ignition Coil
  • EGR Valve
  • Fuel Injector
  • Ignition Igniter
  • Front Body         Diagram for 2007 Subaru Outback R L.l. Bean Edition 3.0 H6 GASFront Body Diagram for 2007 Subaru Outback R L.l. Bean Edition 3.0 H6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector F24
  • Connector F25
  • Connector F27
  • Connector F35
  • Connector F36
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Subaru Outback 2.5I L.l. Bean Edition 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Subaru Outback 2.5I L.l. Bean Edition 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Front fog indicator
  • Daytime Running Light Control Module
  • Body Integrated Unit
  • Front Foglight Relay
  • 2007 Subaru Outback XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Subaru Outback XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Front Accessory Power Supply Socket
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REAR GATE STAY DIAGNOSIS
    Vehicle: 2003 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Document: COOLANT FLUSHING MACHINES AND ADDITIVES
    Vehicle: 2000 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Cooling, Water Pump, Drive Belts, Pulleys
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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