For all of you with a major bee in your bonnet about the way I rotated the tires, sorry for offending you. The Subaru factory service manual for the 2011 says to move the front tires straight back to the rear, then cross the rear tires to the front. If you have directional tires rotate them front to rear. Crossing the front and rear , as I did, caused no damage what so ever. If you don't like that I crossed them front and rear, don't worry, it doesn't actually affect you or your vehicle in any way.
I think the maximum variation of Subaru tires is 3/32nd of an inch. I found this out when my daughter caught a nail in her tire and a new tire was 5/32 of an inch more than the rest of the tires. I had to replace all four of them. If the one or more tires is way off from the rest, it can tear up the all-wheel drive system. Folks should periodically verify the tread depth of their tires to make sure they are within that variance. Project Farm did a comparison of the top 16 synthetic oils: Amsoil first, Pennzoil Platinum second. Mobile1 was near the bottom of the pack, not even getting out of the first round of tests.
When I change the oil filter on my Legacy I loosen it first then I get an awl and pop a hole in the bottom of the filter and let the oil drain out. Much cleaner and less oil on the exhaust. Great video.
A guy I worked with did this, its honestly pointless unless you are this afraid of getting a little dirty. Best case scenario you do this with big diesel filters.
LowResRevolution it’s not about being afraid of getting dirty. It’s a common sense practice. It keeps the oil off the exhaust system that would otherwise run down the exhaust pipe and burn off and smoke for a few days.
I've found the best way to determine a wheel bearing noise (after you've heard it) get it in the air and grab ahold of the spring and spin (by hand) each tire. You can feel the vibration from a bad wheel bearing.
....this is like 3 years later, but Mr Subaru, I hope U read it. I have built 2 wooden steps with 2x10 which I use under the car for safety, in addition to the jack stands, b4 I get under it-. I also use pieces of 2x4 shims for the slack. thanx for your videos. I am a Suby guy with 2 -06 OB n 03 Legacy L. I prefer driving the Legacy.
Sure is, easiest way to remember the EJ series and F series engines are the timing covers. All EJ's have a timing belt so they have that black plastic cover, but the F series dont have a timing belt anymore and have timing chains so they are behind the silver metal timing cover.
I hate this oil filter design. What I eventually did on my 2011 outback was loosen the filter slightly. then I punched a hole in the middle of the filter with a scribe tool or sharp punch and let it drain before removing it. No more mess on the exhaust.
Yeah the manifold trap filter design is brutal I have a 2012 outback 6mt , I will have to try this method with the punch n drain The way have always done it is to use newspaper and tape to block off the manifold. Tedious but works. Lol
changed my oil for the first time today thanks to this vid. also installed the fumoto valve. my gf thought it was hot. apparently if you want to impress your spouse change your own oil. also, it's pretty annoying that the OEM filter and the OG Roki (Mazda) filters are different sizes and require different cap wrenches. just what I need, two oil cap sockets hogging space in the garage.
Good stuff. At the risk of nit-picking, I would wipe off the oil pan surface around the drain plug *before* re-installing the plug, to make sure no gunk is left under the new drain plug gasket. Watching the oil filter being replaced makes me appreciate having the oil filter up top on the new FAs. Regarding 'high-mileage' oil, my understanding is that the main difference is an additive that causes rubber seals to swell slightly, thus reducing minor oil leaks on high mileage engines. If there are no leaking seals, then no need for 'high-mileage' oil.
Just learning about the fill funnel was reason enough for me to watch this video. Why don't these things become available for all car makes and models? Who hasn't spilled at least a little bit of oil on their engine block or other engine parts from a funnel that fell out of the fill hole? I appreciate your excellent attention to detail and desire to keep a car as clean as possible.
I have this model. Has 125k miles. No major issues. I want to service the cvt but no filter is sold anywhere. Dealer just wants to do drain and fill. Make videos on the cvt!!
I have made a video on the CVT. The filter is built into the case and non serviceable without a full disassemblely of the transmission. A drain and refill is the only service you can do to it.
After you break the oil filter loose, just turn it a little bit until the oil starts trickling down the side of the filter. Let it drain until it slows down and then turn it a little more and drain until it's just dripping. Then go ahead and take the filter off by lowering straight down. I never get more than a drop or two on the exhaust as long as I pull my hand down carefully. Making sure everything has cooled off before doing this really helps!
Update- Commented yesterday about losing coolant in my Crosstrek. I put some leak dye in it last night. No leaks while running. I shut it off, this morning I went out and the whole skid plate was bright green. Radiators cracked at plastic/metal meet on the bottom. Dealer said they put a brand new rad on it when I bought it... guess it was a faulty one.
omg Idle relearn! teach me senpai! cant wait for that video! ive got really bad idle when i come to a stop, sometimes stalls on me! hopefully a relearn will help with that, else its something else D: ! keep it up mate 30k going strong!!
Chris I drive a 2012 Outback 2.5i. Rough idle when decelerating as well. I was told that this is “normal” but it really bothers me. Hoping to learn something as well!
Thanks for the video. I'm thankful for my 3.6R drain plug and oil filter positions, they don't cause that much mess. The 2018 XT oil filter is on the top, even better. Hopefully the drain plug is easy to reach and at an angle too.
I've heard "high mileage" or "synthetic blend" oils are nonsense, but I switched to Quaker State full synthetic on my 1998 OB and never had any leaks or oil consumption issues (until the head gaskets went) for about 12 years and got up to 225K before round 2 of the head gasket issues (didn't know about the beefier gaskets you've mentioned). I also had piston slap on that since the get go, and I was advised against redoing the head gaskets again and just getting a newer car. I now use Quaker State full synthetic it in my 2010 2.5i Premium OB and have put about 60k on the car from the original 108k when I got it, still no issues. I swear by Quaker State paired with my Purolator Boss filter.
You can just disconnect the battery and reconnect it after 30 secs. Turn it on and let it idle for 10 minutes on EJ engines. ECM has to learn the idle from there.
Love your videos. As soon as you started rotating the tires...my heart sunk..🤔 And I'm a little distraught...because I have always been told not to cross rotate an awd. Now, I am always up for learning.. And Id like to know if I'm doing it wrong.. Why do you rotate like this? Thank you so much for all your videos... I really appreciate the gear box service. 🙏 (14 outback)
Did I miss the differential service? How often would you recommend the diffs be serviced? Is there any other unique to 2010 Outback Diesel, that need serviced? Great video!
Wow there is no rust on this car! So that’s how a car looks like where they don’t dump an ocean worth of salt every winter...Wish I didn’t live up north! I have no coolant in the reservoir.. just add some to reservoir or do I need to check the radiator and add it there?
Looks like Advance Auto Parts has replaced Carquest oil with Fram oil. Looking into this, it looks like it's the same exact oil but with a different label. Like, that's the entirety of the difference; the label. Also, Fram is now owned by Trico? Does that mean that the filters are better quality now? Maybe I'll just stick with the blue label Carquest oil filters.
Is there a Link to the Oil Filter Cup Wrench you used? I just did mine with a Cup I purchased Locally and it kept slipping off no matter how I tried it. Finally had to drop the Exhaust Manifold and use a Strap Wrench Style Remover. Thanks for any help.
Hello I just bought a subaru legacy 2006. Do you have any advice what maintenance should be done? And any tips on this car what to look up to any common problems?
I just purchased a 2013 2.5 liter Outback, 6 -speed manual, with 113k miles, anything that I should look for? looks like all of the routine maintenance as done by the prior owner. Is the 6 speed a more reliable transmission than the CVT?
well, traditionally I think the word on the streets was that the manual is more reliable, but honestly so long as the engine is a 2.5 liter and not the 2.0 one they are considered reliable. My family has had lots of Subarus over the years and our CVTs were pretty darn reliable. Also, my own personal car, a 2012 Outback limited is at 92,000 miles with a 2.5i engine and a CVT transmission and has not been terribly unreliable at all. Still ticking away solidly so I think the CVT is fine too. Lots of CVT Outbacks I've seen have reached 130-160,000 miles online so it might not last 200,000 or 250,000 or something crazy like Toyotas but once your car hits 180,000 or 150,000 I would consider selling it anyways. It's good that you bought the 2013 model year since 2012 and above they stopped having those head gasket issues.
Hi. By any chance have you done a review on the 2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M) Manual transmission? I am considering buying one with 90K miles.
Mr. Subaru, need your expert advice. I’m looking at another 2007 manual/ Legacy with 80,000 miles. My wife suggested I stop wasting money on old cars and just purchase a 2019 WRX in White. With all the news about the Subaru quality slipping what would you suggest? My biggest fear is buying a new car and having issues with it, it’s a lot of money to squander. Thanks
My 2015 Forester owners manual non-directional rotation diagram shows to move the rear tires to the same side front, and move the front tires to the opposite side rear. YMMV
I have the same year, model, and trim. Looking forward to the work you do on this car. I've done the front and back diff. I am also having the rough idle that you are experiencing so looking forward to your video (hopefully coming soon)! Was the CVT fluid ever changed on this? I've been to Subaru and one dealer rec to change it but another did not.
Looks like some of your stands are on the dirt, be careful my dude! oh and about shitty drainplug locations, you should see certain years of the newer Ford 5.0
my 12 outback never hits the sway bar when I drain it...maybe I'm lucky I use idemitsu zepro because my outback has the 6MT and i drive the piss out of it(and its cheap on amazon) castrol edge 1 qt bottles will screw into the oil fill on the EJ......cut the bottom off one of those and you have a super cheap funnel
Don't know if your brother's Subie has electronic parking brake. Maybe you can do a video on on how to retract the piston so the brake pads can be replaced. My 2015 Outback has these e brakes , and I'm not sure how to tackle them.
The catalytic converter will burn it off and you won’t see blue smoke. Common for the oil control rings to seize and then burn the oil. If you check your spark plugs you’ll see they are black. If it was a turbo you would be burning the exhaust valves due to that $$$
I plan to replace my new 2019 Forester 1st oil change (6000 miles) myself. Wonder if I use Pennzoil Platinum all synthetic and Bosch filter instead OEM Subaru oil/oil filter will cause any future warranty issue? Also, from old school practice, if replacing the oil ahead of 6000 miles, say 1000 miles, would be better for the engine break-in? henry418sc
Use the Subaru Idemitsu oil. As far as filter, you can use the OE USA blue filter, but I prefer the black Japanese made filters. They're difficult to get, so WIX or Purolator are a good alternative.
I needed some coolant top up , went to the dealer and they sold me the pink coolant, i have greenish blueish in the car right now. they said it is ok to mix. i thought the different colors where designed so no one mixes them by accident ?
Has your brother ever had head gasket failure on his 2011 Subaru Outback I am looking at a 2010 Outback 2.5i would it be a very low chance of it blowing a head gasket if I do all of the recommendations in the owners manual it has 198k
@@MrSubaru1387 Can you elaborate a little bit on the early signs? We have the same EJ253 in our 2012 Legacy, and I don't see any obvious seepage @ 106K miles. Love these videos - keep 'em coming!
@@MrSubaru1387 I see. I thought you used the subies black filter. I thought there were some ej series engines that had top mounted filters. Sorry had a brain fart
@@MrSubaru1387 I agree with you. My question would be why would Subaru use fram filters? I figured they would use purolator or another decent filter company
Can be, cnat be. Depending on frequency and condition. I haven't topped this coolant up in 2 years, so reasonable lose over that time. Some is lost to evaporation etc. If you have to top it up frequently, say monthly, then yes, it's cause for concern of a cooling system issue.
Do you have an opinion on the Crossie motors having the oil filter up top and upside down? I like the accessibility, but now i cant prefill my filter with oil. Just curious what you think about it
@@MrSubaru1387 I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with that... could you elaborate? I love your channel mate.. lived in Goose Creek for 3 years with the Navy. SC has a special place in my heart!
@@subiedaddie3481 press your accelerator pedal to the floorboard and hold it there, crank the engine. Engine won't start, engine will crank, prime the oil pump and system. Oil pump will fill the filter. Crank for no more than 20 seconds continuously. Watch the red oil pressure light. When the light goes off, system is pressurized. May take two seperate cranking cycles. Once done, stop cranking. Remove foot from accelerator pedal. Crank engine normally.
@@MrSubaru1387 Wow.. thanks for that! You might consider doing a video on that with your beautiful silver Crossie! Would be a great DIY vid for Crossie members! Btwn u and I ... I really appreciate your knowledge, skills, and abilities. I'd love to come down and intern with you if the opportunity ever comes up. I really miss SC anyway, I am not unfamiliar with wrenching (built 3 stock cars from the ground up). I still have a great friend from the USN down there I'd love to see. Give it some thought at the least. I am over 50 but I'm a total car guy and wouldn't at all mind learning from a young buck like yourself.
Two things...... Is the brake dust on the front wheels normal or a bit excessive? With that mileage, has the brake fluid been flushed yet? Also, what are your thoughts on the torque limiting extensions for impact wrenches? Have you used them before? They are made of twisted metal strips that will "unwind" at a specified torque to prevent over-tightening using an impact wrench. I use a torque wrench now, but just curious what you think of them. Thanks. Torque Sticks............ www.amazon.com/Neiko-02450A-Limiting-Extension-5-Piece/dp/B000IX3BSM
It's excessive. My brother is a slob and hasn't washed the car since he bought it 2 years ago. Torque sticks get you close. They're not to replace a torque wrench for final torque on a lug nut.
One note about torque sticks that doesn't get talked about much. It's still possible to over-torque the lug nuts over the stick's marked rating if you use an excessively high-powered impact wrench or run it at an impact-per-minute frequency higher than the stick's resonant frequency. The stick needs sufficient time to rebound from each impact, thus dissipating the excess torque energy. Resonant frequencies are generally not documented, so start at your lowest ipm setting and check the resulting torque before going all gorilla mode. As MrSubaru1387 suggests above, I believe it's best practice not to depend on torque sticks alone, but to use them to 'get close but not over' and then use a torque wrench for final tightening.
The green is fine. There's no chemical reactivity in mixing them. All that happens is that the service interval goes from 100k mile replacement to 36k mile replacement.
MrSubaru1387 change the fluid bro. Show us the ways!! The is the 2nd year for the cvt on that outback. Curious to know how to do it. Also the fuel filter is in tank. Dealer wants the sell u a new fuel pump that includes the filter. They don’t sell just the filter...
MrSubaru, my 2015 outback 2.5i limited (50k miles on clock) shakes while transmission is on D but I am not moving (like at a traffic light). Can engine/transmission mounts cause this? Or maybe dirty spark plugs? Thanks.
Hi. I'm not sure what is going on my Legacy 2.5 1998. There's a noise that I can't say if it is valve or rod bearing. Can you give your point of view? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-lzFaCYFChDE.html
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@@johnpavlic so your 15 seconds of watching ads is the amount of value you place on the knowledge you've obtained? To each their own. We all have different perspectives of value. For me, these videos have saved me 100's of dollars, and gave me the satisfaction of doing the job myself (invaluable)!
