Save on cost when you find your subaru replacement automatic transmission fluid with us. While the general rule is about every 15,000 miles, we recommend speaking with one of our knowledgeable service advisers for the transmission fluid change schedule that best meets the needs of your ride. Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear protection properties. Transmission fluid replace or no subaru outback forums. The receptionist who phones us says the service we have scheduled tranny fluid change is not possible on our car because it is lifetime. Subaru maintenance schedules and new car breakin period 2000.
How to change manual transmission fluid why and when to. What kind of vehicle you have a 1999 subaru legacy outback limited wagon, 5speed manual. To change the fluid, the transmission must be connected to a doublechambered tank, and run in neutral so its internal pump pushes all the old fluid out and the new fluid in. The maintenance guide reflects this but is not required as per toyota. Unfortunately, subaru doesnt explicitly state a fluid change interval for the automatic transmission fluid. The 5eat was used on some legacy, outback, tribeca and forester sports models starting around 2005. Af3 signature series multivehicle synthetic automatic transmission fluid atf atfpk. The owners manual says change your oil at 7,500 miles or 7. Synthetic multivehicle automatic transmission fluid is a good choice.
Generally this is a pretty quick job once youve decided on an oil to use. Starting in the 20 model year for 6cylinder and hybrid models, toyota specify a 10,000 mile oil change interval. Dexron iii, iid, iie semisynthetic transmission fluid. In this video, i show you how to do a drain and refill of the fluid in your transmission pan and also how to replace the transmission fluid filter.
Subaru automatic transmission fluid change service information serving denver, co keep your vehicle shifting smooth with an automatic transmission fluid change at mike shaw subaru near denver, co your transmission is a complicated and expensive part that is the difference between your vehicle going where you need it and sitting on the side of. Anyway, the service manual basically says transdiff fluid needs to be changed at 15k if towing, and basically never otherwise. One of the recommended atfs for the transmission is a atfj. Automatic transmission fluid change subaru outback forums. May 12, 2017 2008 subaru forrester drain and refill trans how to drain and refill a transmission no different than an oil change. Subaru outback transmission fluids, oils, additives. The worst complaints are cooling system, engine problems. Your subaru owners manual should give you an idea for an automatic transmission fluid change schedule, but every drivers needs are different.
Api gl5, sae 80w90 mineral for manual transmissions. Jack up the front of the car, drive it up onto ramps, or if youre lucky enough to have access to a lift, put the. Learn more about a subaru automatic transmission fluid change service. Preferred guest package discounts apply to all services.
The factory recommends using gl5 fluid but i have run gl4 in most all my manual box and the difference between running gl5 and gl4 is night and day, with the gl4 working sooo much better. All subaru boxer engines vehicle kilometres service needed 10,000 or 6 months a 20,000 or 12 months b 30,000 or 18 months a 40,000 or 24 months b 50,000 or 30 months a 60,000 or 36 months c 70,000 or 42 months a 80,000 or 48 months b 90,000 or. Check your subaru fluid levels in 60 seconds center subaru. The 60,000mile service should again involve an oil and oil filter change, a change of transmission fluid non cvt, engine and cabin air filter replacement, brake fluid replacement, wiper. We scheduled online the transmission fluid service for this morning tuesday, feb. Regardless, your synthetic oil and filter change must occur within 10,000. Subaru automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. The engine in your 1998 subaru forester should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The owners manual will have a fluid change schedule in it, as will a haynes manual. Our subaruspecific diagnostic equipment provides fast access to technical information that were trained to interpret. The owners manual says to inspect the transmission fluid every 30,000 miles or every 15,000 under severe service.
You will need to purchase a new transmission bolt washer from the dealer before removing the bolt. Love encore guaranteed trade in program 2020 subaru ascent 2020 subaru outback. A gather that the recommended interval for a transmission fluid change is 3 years or 30k miles. Auto transmission filter is maintenance free replace only when damaged or the fluid has leaked 3. Motor image recommends replacement of cvt fluid every 40,000 kms but online its around. Maintenance schedule forester, impreza, legacy, outback, tribeca, wrx and wrx sti models 2012 and up. See below, notice that most of the troubles with transmissions are on the 20, 2014 and 2015. This product is made of highquality components to meet. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. Subaru outback transmission fluid change cost estimate. But they have stated that if you tow or carry heavy loads a 25k mile interval is good. Jul, 2004 my question revolves around running a gl4 transmission fluid in a subaru where the transmission and front differential share the fluid.
The manual says to inspect the cvt fluid at 30k and does not give a replacement schedule. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. If your driving is mostly flat highway, and not very aggressive longer intervals are fine. Note that the automatic transmission holds about 10 quarts of fluid, of which only 3. Subaru suggested maintenance schedules and recommended. What your owners manual says not just viscosity, but certifications look for acronyms like api sm, ilsac gf4, etc. Transmission fluid level check subaru forester 19982002. Carspec continues to recommend a 5,000 mile oil change interval severe service interval due to the cold weather. It costs a bit less than the signature series atf idemitsu hp atf is similar to the original equipment subaru atfhp.
I dont see that the manual says anywhere that the transmission fluid should be changed on a regular basis. Since i am new to subaru and cvts, i do not have an idea of how often to change the cvt fluid. And, our tools were designed by the people who engineered your subaru. I cannot believe this only lasted one half that time. Recommended service intervals for outback, wrx, sti, forester, legacy. My question revolves around running a gl4 transmission fluid in a subaru where the transmission and front differential share the fluid. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your forester and how to check the transmission fluid level. Subaru 75w90 high performance geartransmission fluid1 quart. Dexron vibmw 7045enissan matic d, j, lt 71141, jws3309ford mercon v, mb236. And that is drain, change the filter if any, and refill, not flush i ask because the users manual says nothing. With less than 84,000 miles i figured that my car has plenty of life left. How to change the transmission fluid on a subaru 5 speed manual transmission.
I live in the hot south houston area and have 26k on the ascent already. Subaru outback questions how often do you change your. Aug, 2007 how to change the transmission fluid on a subaru 5 speed manual transmission. What type of transmission fluid for subaru impreza. Dependable and lightweight manual transmissions give passionate drivers the control to express their personal driving style. Tnt logistics and nationwide approved fitting stations mean fast service.
The manual says it should be inspected at 30,000, 60,000, etc. Refill cvt fluid if applicable please see your advisor for more information on services and for pricing. From time to time you need to change your subaru outback transmission oil. Oil recommendation format as stated in the sticky thread.
Subaru outback questions how do you change the cvt fluid. Monday at 6pm we get a phone call from the service department at the dealership fairway subaru, greenville. Myself nor the staff of are not responsible for any damage done by attempting this the following was done on a 2005 subaru wrx wagon. Some of you long time subaru owners should know when to change the cvt fluid. I have always driven a stick shift, and my other crv lasted over 150,000 miles. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2003 subaru forester xs 2. Subaru automatic transmission fluid change service information. There was only a weeks warning, with the clutch pedal starting to fade. Subaru outback transmission fluid and filter change youtube. At carid you can find the best proven lubricants to reduce the friction almost to the zero.
As alternative gl5 sae 75w90 may be used, however using this type of oil will detract from driveability and fuel efficiency. The front differential and gear box share the same oil on the 6 speed manual in the sti. Oct 18, 2009 citydata forum general forums automotive brandspecific forums subaru. The same applies to manual transmission and front and rear differential lubricants. Click to schedule your next service appointment at subaru superstore of. This owners manual has all the information necessary to keep your subaru in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. This vid can apply to other makes and modelsprocess in most cases are. Subaru design subaru of america official subaru site. Scheduled service intervals your subaru has an optimum service interval that depends as much on time and driving conditions as it does on distance.
Citydata forum general forums automotive brandspecific forums subaru. Subaru legacy transmission fluid change cost estimate. When i went to refill it with the atf, i got less than 4 quarts in and it spilled over. Manual transmission problems my 2010 forester manual transmission just went out at 75,000 miles, along with the flywheel. Checking your subaru fluid levels in 1 minute may save you hours of headaches. Find the best oil and filter for your 1996 subaru legacy 2. A seperate note in the manual says dexron iii can be used also. Changing the transmission oil on a subaru impreza wrx sti. Subaru recommends you replace the transmission and front differential oil every 30,000 miles. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive. I was changing the transmission fluid and external filter on my 2003 subaru legacy awd. Subaru outback questions cvt transmission blown cargurus. Cvt service interval fluid change subaru ascent forum.
The fully synchronized gears of the 5 or 6speed manual transmissions make every shift smooth and efficient for fluid and exciting acceleration. Page 1 1 9 9 8 o w n e r s m a n u a l wear seat belts at all times for your own safety page 2 foreword congratulations on choosing a subaru vehicle. Fenske put together a thourough video walking us through how to change the transmission fluid on his personal honda s2000. While the automatic trans wouldnt be my first choice because i. Subaru outback automatic transmission 2003, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Plus, right now, with the cvt transmission extension, i have another two years or up to 100,000 miles to think about whether i want to flip my subaru outback. Two mechanics, including the subaru dealer, have suggested that i get the transmission fluid changed but my regular mechanic, whom i trust, says that it is not necessary. If youre mostly driving your subaru on sealed roads in moderate conditions, then youll need to service it as per the standard service schedule intervals, either according to time or kilometres. Transmission fluid change interval maintenancerepairs. Dual range gearboxes allow the driver to select between higher and lower range of gearing.
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