Front differential fluid subaru outback 2009. Jan 17, 2017 · The rear diff fluid was blacker than the front (the front fluid actually looked pretty good - ie closer to honey color). Aug 8, 2021 · How often or on what schedule do you guys change the rear and front differential gear oil ? How about the schedule for the CVT ? (got a 2016 OB w/ 70k miles and a 2022 OB Wilderness) Aug 1, 2012 · On your manual transmission car, you have only a rear differential that can be serviced separately. Using the "fill hole" as described above will result in the front differential being overfilled. Aug 3, 2014 · I purchased my H6 roughly one year ago. Dec 17, 2008 · I am in the need of replacing both of my diff's fluid very soon. Any help would be appreciated. Jun 12, 2024 · 2017 3. Front Differential Fluid Change Tools: 2 ramps, 2 jack stands, floor jack 8mm hex bit (front fill and check plugs) Feb 16, 2020 · Hello folks - doing front and rear oil changes today and need some advice. Front Differential Fluid Change Tools: 2 ramps, 2 jack stands, floor jack; 8mm hex bit (front fill and check plugs) Feb 24, 2019 · The front diff will have a dipstick on the passenger side of the engine bay, towards the back of the firewall. The Automatic gets ATF totally seperate unit not the same as your front and rear diff. 4-1. My car is Subaru Outback 2014 2. 5 qts of Lucas brand synthetic 75-90 into the front and almost a qt. #2 get estimate of repair replacement diff and cvt Oct 23, 2012 · Front diff: 30-60K Rear diff: initial at 3K then every 30-60K thereafter* Having changed enough rear diff fluids in our Subaru family, the rear diff fluid is usually quite dark with a LOT of metal after the initial breakin in my experience. Perhaps someone could explain how the new CVT and front diff work together. Part numbers for crush rings and best type of oil to use would be helpful too. Jan 26, 2016 · Changing front differential fluid on a 2013 Subaru Outback with CVT transmission. The service manual states 80W-90 in the front differential, but 75W-90 in the rear. A guy has a nice tutorial on a 2011, but his pics are a little different from my 2013 Subaru Outback (wires and components slightly different). I attempted to remove the front differential Torx T70 drain plug and the rear differential 10mm fill plug yesterday and they are not moving. Rooftop carrier with that minimal weight is not comparable to towing anything of substance. Your probably going to have to: #1 document, photos/videos of the diff and cvt fluid levels and conditions. The OEM fluid comes out pearlescent greyish black. 5L TURBO 5AT XT Limited. 5L 4cyl w/all-weather 4EAT Apr 26, 2021 · Hey all, I have a 2010 3. I have found the drain and check plugs (which are labelled as such). Front diff has a lot going on compared to the rear and visually it shows in the old fluid. Nov 6, 2011 · My point was that my Outback is biased towards full-time REAR wheel drive, but the metal sludge was still mostly on the front diff plug, not in the rear fluid. Oct 13, 2010 · Subaru did replace the entire CVT/front diff with a new unit. The rear differential looks like a no brainer but I'd like to see a good video and get instructions on changing the front differential. Which should I go with? Nov 28, 2023 · Some attention is needed to the front diff as it takes a heavier load than the rear on our OB's. LOL Gloyale and others have indicated a good bit of front differential information on theultimatesubarumessageboard forums - find the one or two front differential threads there. 6 Limited at 175k seeking 250k + I bought my OB new. Tranny fluid is going into the front diff, needs to be changed atleast once a month to keep it on the road. The front diff. 00), install fill plug with new $2. The front diff is just an open ring and pinion gear set - nothing limited about it. Nov 16, 2023 · I want to do a 30,000 mile differential oil change on my 2020 Outback. For $3 a washer, it's an insurance policy and probably doesn't need to be changed, but I'd rather not never have to deal with a leak over $3 on a $35,000 car. I know they recommend 30K but figure it may be wise to get clean fluid to get rid of any metal that may be present. THERE IS ONE ON EACH SIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION. From what I read on here the front diff has a fill, drain and Jan 12, 2019 · The rear diff takes about 0. 2005 Subaru Outback 2. I drained/filled front & rear diffs at 25k and then at 100k. Oct 27, 2008 · Crawl under the car, behind the engine oil pan and in front of the transmission oil pan there is the differential. The T70 Drain Plug is totally seized. May 12, 2013 · The entire transmission is full of fluid - many quarts of it, so yes it's full of fluid from front to rear. "front differential check plug" in the ATRA presentation, pages 32 and 33 on the bottom of the front differential. Oil pan and valve covers are dry. Nov 1, 2022 · update: something finally gave out a few days before Christmas. Mar 5, 2017 · Not quite correct. Changed my Front Differential fluid at 35K yesterday and decided to post this simple DIY fluid change and washer replacement. I replaced with Valvoline synthetic 75-90. Nov 13, 2012 · DIY: Gen 4 3. I know it needs a seal replaced or another tranny but until I figure out what i'm doing with it I drain the front diff fluid. Can someone snap me a shot of the front differential fill location. oil was very dark. 6R and when checking the front diff dipstick it always seems to show that it is overfilled quite a bit. The consensus seems to be that 75w90 is fine up front, even though it is listed as an alternative. 5L). if you can't find one, you shouldn't be disassembling a front diff. You have three parts front diff - automatic and rear diff the front and rear diff use a clearish heavy gear oil that smells really foul the AT uses typical ATF fluid. Many stay with a 30k diff fluid interval. and the crossmember. The VLSD center diff in the transmissions are sealed units internally and fluid can not be changed/accessed. diff. Jan 26, 2021 · Only use Subaru CVT fluid and diff fluid, especially under warranty. From my novice eyes, it looks like it's coming down from the 1/4" gap between the front. more likely scenario: when i had the trans drain/fill done awhile back, the techs accidentally drained the diff instead then used CVT fluid causing the premature failure. a. Apr 25, 2017 · Put a small dab of anti seize on the threads before putting it back on. Apr 1, 2017 · Subaru's approach to identification and differentiation in the FSMs has long been an issue -- to wit, in earlier models all too similar if not identical drain plugs for the engine and automatic transmissions, and confusion between the front differential oil dipstick and the AT fluid dipstick. k. Washer and Fluid: New Black Washer for Drain Plug (Part #803926090) 1. 8 liters. 2 or so qrt so I switched to a full bottle, 3) since I had my car on a ramp, not exactly level so next time, I will measure exactly what came out and lastly 4) go buy a clip remover as Jun 8, 2017 · It got to the point that I had to change the transmission fluid and top off the fr diff every 3 weeks or so. 5 quarts. And I’m not sure where it comes from and/or why. I have tried to research, and although I have seen some excellent write ups, I am not sure where the fill plug is on the front diff on my car. ONE IS FOR THE TRANSMISSION AND ONE IS FOR THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. 6R. There is a front differential, but it's part of the manual transmission, and shares the transmission's gear oil. Dec 29, 2007 · According to my OB 2000 Owner's Manual, there should be a dipstick with a yellow tab for the front differential gear oil, in the right back portion of the engine room, near the L bent of the air pipe. If I recall correctly, the front diff had a magnetic plug, and the rear did not. Nov 16, 2010 · 2012 Cadillac Escalade :29: 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 HD 2011 Subaru 3. Jan 31, 2016 · Hey I’m probably a bit late, I bought amsoil differential fluid that I am trying to change but I can’t figure out the rear and front differential tools that are needed to open The holes. The front diff plug had a lot more metal shavings on it though. The owner's manual calls for 80W-90 in both the front and rear differential. 5L automatic transmission front differential oil change? I have 25000 on the Outback, I changed the rear differential oil last week. in all I only bought 2 quarts and am . Mar 5, 2021 · Pinions. com Jul 11, 2020 · How to replace manual transmission fluid and front differential fluid on a late model Subaru Outback, Subaru Impreza, Subaru Forester. My forester is a CVT Non-turbo May 22, 2016 · The fluid in the MT's isn't used by the limited slip. Mar 24, 2023 · Personally I change the washers on the drain plugs, but not the filler or check plugs (unless the rubber layer on the metal looks damaged). Etc. On mine its located right above one of the catalytic converters. Today's video covers how to complete a fluid change on the front differential of your 2009-2013 Subaru Forester (2011 shown in video). had maybe a quart in it ,the rear had over a qt. into the rear diff. Planned "Easy and Straightforward" Fluid change on front differential was a total no-go. Went well with no issues thanks for forum, YouTube, Shop Manuals, Etc. 00 gasket. Feb 28, 2018 · Front diff still leaks My front diff still leaks after replacing both axle seals. It's a sample size of one, so judge accordingly. 1qt off from the manual. Used penetrating oil and no luck. You can generalize though! I later learned the front diff fluid lives a much harsher life in the front than the rear diff. There's no such thing as magic goo in a bottle, but sometimes the right stuff can stretch it out. No special tricks but 1) insert a tube as far as possible, 2) depends on the pump you have, prepare to pump more than a few times - mine didn't pump well below 0. I seen a post in the DIY for fluid repacement that I am assuming is for the H6. I'm due for next fluid change at in 20k miles (200k). 5 I looked at the front differential today and found a 70mm torx labeled "Diff" and a 8mm hex thats labeled "Check". Nov 24, 2012 · I have a 2013 2. The transmission fluid always smelled like gear oil at this point. Save Share Aug 16, 2016 · The below is taken from the USDM Legacy & Outback Owner’s Handbook. Jul 17, 2013 · The front diff. Grab the socket wrench, undo the 21mm bolt. 8 quarts and the front diff takes about 1. I used lucas hd 80w90. 6R Front Differential Oil Change. I doubt that Subaru changed the MT significantly between Gen 3 and Gen 4, but, I would check the capacities before you get Extra-S from the dealer. i saw this video warning of the drain bolts to the diff and trans being very close to each other and can be easily mistaken - of course i cannot prove this and Aug 25, 2024 · Hi, My 2016 Outback had 30K & 60 mile service and the transmission fluid change at 60K. Both are GL-5. I will use the Valvoline again. Apr 22, 2011 · The spec for the rear differential the same; GL-5, 75W-90 or 80W-90. I put in almost 1. I see oil on the crossmember, just in front of the front diff. From what I read on here the Front Diff has a fill plug, drain plug and check plug Jul 9, 2019 · Hi I have an 06 Outback 2. At first I thought it was my differential dipstick because the O-ring was shot and the dipstick would just dance around in its place/housing. I only learned that after asking why my front diff (Amsoil) oil looked a lot more "used" while my rear diff fluid looked like new. Nov 22, 2015 · The below is taken from the USDM Legacy & Outback Owner’s Handbook. Figure $200, to lift the car up, remove the fill plug, remove the drain plug, after fluid drains out, install drain plug, fill diff with fluid, ($20. Nov 9, 2019 · 2010 OB has 104K miles. Looks to me that Subaru won’t warranty this. It had its first ATF change at 74,000 miles, but the front and rear differential fluids have never been drained and filled. for the front you can fill it up with a full quart than read off the dipstick for the last bit, and on the rear just pump it in till it gets to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Changing the front differential fluid on a 2006 Subaru OutbackDue to factors beyond the control of CharlesAndCars, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized m Aug 3, 2014 · Just changed the diff fluids on my 2011 3. My son's 10 Impreza(auto) has a seperate dip stick to check the diff fluid. Oct 2, 2020 · Looking for feedback on whether to replace the CVT and front/rear differential fluids for our 2018 OB 2. 3qt front and . The rear diff on mine has crush washers for fill and drain, front diff has washer for drain too. There is a thread debating what fluid should be used for the front diff. 8 rear. Jul 17, 2007 · Oil from the front differential seems to leak when the car is driven in hot conditions or after driving for a long time or at highway speeds. Can anyone tell me how different the front diff fluid replacement is for an h6 than for a h4. Mainly highway miles with occasional towing. I would recommend the first diff drain and fill at 30k miles. I’m not sure if the differential fluid was changed, could you explain the frequency and need of differential fluid? Thanks ! Mar 9, 2015 · No front diff gets hypoid GL-5 gear oil its a diff same oil goes in the rear diff also. Did rear and CVT fluid changes earlier today. Car history: purchased March 2018, 36K miles so far; no towing, limited offroad; probably 50% highway/road trip miles/50% typical Bay Area driving (but no daily rush hour commuting). Because of this I purposefully drained and refilled with the exact amount (1. My wife and I are the original owners - I know it is factory sealed and has Dec 24, 2012 · Front diff fluid has always looked and smelled fine, has even been changed on occasion. 5 quart (48 oz) 75w90 GL-5 Gear Oil. Front is the front diff, then gear case, then rear extension housing for the 4WD bitsall full of gear oil and/or transmission fluid if it's an auto Pull the transmission, disassemble the front diff and reassemble with anaerobic sealant. Sep 12, 2024 · Intro 2011 Outback 2. Jun 16, 2019 · Yes, I have filled mine through the check hole. Hope this helps some o. Rear diff only has a fill and drain plug. Feb 15, 2020 · I am getting ready to change the gear oil in both the front and rear differentials of a 2003 Baja with an automatic transmission. Will probably need to put parts cleaner and then PB Blaster in there to remove debris. Nov 6, 2023 · The car had ~104,000 miles on it and had previously been serviced at their local Subaru dealer, from what I could tell, the differential fluid and CVT fluid had never been changed, so I made an appointment with my local mechanic to replace the front and rear diff fluid and was planning to take it to my local Subaru dealer to have the CVT fluid Sep 11, 2024 · I state it vague as you can't determine condition of fluid by appearance. 5 Base model. I suspect it has some moly in it. Mar 30, 2024 · I am a little confused how to change the front diff fluid on my 2014 Outback 2. 5 I looked at the front differential today and found a 70mm torx labeled "Diff Oil" and what appears to be an 8mm hex that's adjacent to "check" label. Front Diff: • Subaru Extra MT (The vehicle is filled at the factory with this type of manual transmission oil/front differential gear oil). 5i with 6 MT and was wondering if I should change the front and rear diff fluid with my first oil change at 3750 miles. Just a coating at the moment. Jan 16, 2023 · Not enough to drip way down to the bottom. • API classification GL-5 (75W-90) (You may use this type of manual transmission oil/front differential gear oil. I think for me and my driving history - 60k was about the right time to change. I can't see where the add plug is for the front differential to add oil. Unfortunately the fill plug is not. I took a local mechanics advice to smear some RTV on the outside of the seal in case there was any scaring on the mating surface. I bought this car brand new and it is the first time any of these fluids have been changed. oil looked really good ,the rear diff. Oct 3, 2021 · New differential fluid on the right, front differential top left rear differential bottom left. Subaru CVT Fluid Case Study | 30,000 Miles I remember back in 2010 when Subaru started using the 1st Generation CVT in the Legacy and Outback. Also it might be hard to compare the front & rear directly. 6R 2009 Yamaha V-Star 950 :29: 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 :28: 2005 Yamaha V-Star 650 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 :29: Feb 5, 2017 · Oil: I used Mobil1 75w90 front and rear. well not without diasassmbling the rear extension housing, removing the VLSD, drilling holes into your VLSD, changing fluid, and welding it shut again. The fr diff fluid was always clean and honey color, as expected from all the top offs. I read That I need T70 on which I bought and I’m waiting For it to arrive. I did have front diff washers on hand, but the guide posted above didn't mention the washers for the rear, so I didn't know about them till I saw them, then confirmed in the service manual. com/MTcoffeeHow to perform a (Gen 4) 2015 Subaru Forester Differential Fluid Change. 5. There have been lots of reports of people draining the diff oil accidentally, and filling the engine, or the transmission, instead of the differential. Not dripping just yet. For starters where is the dipstick, is it still under the airbox. 5i CVT PZEV 67k Miles on original CVT and Differential fluids. Tools Needed: See full list on carfluidpro. Never saw a red tint to the fr diff fluid. 75w-90 gear oil is recommended with GL-5 This video is an in depth guide on doing a differential fluid drain and fill on your 2010 Subaru Outback. '03 Outback 2. 5 liters while the rear differential is only 0. May 13, 2007 · Does anyone have photos of a 2012 Outback 2. Nov 10, 2015 · It calls for 80/90 and is 1. BE CAREFUL HERE. buymeacoffee. There is a separate, dedicated "overflow drain plug" (FSM, page CVT(TR580)-44 or CVT(TR690)-43) a. Jan 6, 2015 · yes - get the FSM - they're readily available all over the interwebs. This appears to be a legal claim for negligence with the auto shop. 5L Limited. I decided to take the plunge and change the fluids myself. This is for the front differential on a 2008 5EAT Subaru Outback. Almost any quality regular non-synthetic petroleum gear oil meeting these specs can be used in both the rear differential and transmission. Feb 15, 2020 · Buy me a coffee| https://www. But I know there's no dip-stick for the CVT transmission or front differential. Sep 10, 2013 · 2008 says that the capacity of front differential (with transmission) is 3. Feb 5, 2017 · Oil: I used Mobil1 75w90 front and rear. Genuine Subaru Part - 38434AA060 You need transmission fluid, front differential fluid, and rear Sep 25, 2023 · Or any repair shop or other could do the same for less money. These plugs get stiff! As far as fluids are concerned, if you're going to use something other than the specified oem fluid, might as well go with an aftermarket fluid like redline, valvoline, amsoil, etc. Not going to give the whole story as I posted on here before about it. I still have a slight leak and it would be really nice to completely cure the issue. It should be similar for many Subaru. Jan 6, 2022 · Back up top, locate the front differential oil fill location. Mar 31, 2024 · I am a little confused how to change the front diff fluid on my 2014 Outback 2. bfsdzzhqojlfbbgdagcjimfvaxwgqygblbjjgshwuvflxvhjtrwd