2003 Subaru Outback Transmission Fluid, and Filter Change

[@SuperChomps123]

How do i even check the oil level on this?

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

With the yellow transmission dipstick, that I point to near the end of the video, on the driver side of the engine bay.

[@learningguitarmwl3223]

Great video,

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

@@learningguitarmwl3223 Thank You 👍🏼

[@Exz17]

Just bought same year outback wagon with only 79,700 miles on it, don’t know how it’s possible but it’s true lol… the transmission is slipping between 1st and 2nd and 2nd and 3rd do you think this will resolve that problem or just aid the problem

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Whenever I have a transmission slipping, I 1st try only changing 1 quart of transmission fluid, & see how it reacts, if it seems to help, I will try changing 1 quart of transmission fluid every oil change, if it doesn't help you could try a quart of Lucas, I do know the owner of this Outback had to have the transmission rebuilt, about a year later, they seem like weak transmissions to me.

[@Exz17]

@@DrewsBackYardMechanics do you happen to know how much he paid for the rebuild or even a ball park guess

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

@@Exz17 So actually, I was mistaken, he had someone replace the transmission with one with low miles from the junkyard, & before installing it they changed the fluids & filter, but he said in total it was under $2,000, but of course that will very depending on where you live.

[@richardmailman715]

Should I change both filters I’m putting in a new gasket or just the internal one

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

At least the internal one, but why you're under there the other is easy enough to change and is not expensive

[@gardeninggoddess]

Hi thanks for posting this I have a 2002 outback it's been over 170,000 since I bought it and want to do gearbox oil do you know if it's the same basic setup as yours and does it need to be drained first Please help me 🙂

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

It should be I will check

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

It is the same basic setup, & if you are going to change the fluid you will need to drain the old fluid first

[@gardeninggoddess]

@@DrewsBackYardMechanics thanks for replying

[@DFPFTW]

I just bought a outback same year as yours with 146k, what maintenance should i do? Besides the obv water pump belt kit. All fluids flush ? Diff ?

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

I wouldn't do a flush, just a fluid change

[@jahpunk7]

thanks for the vid man, i also have 03 outback, 205k miles...do u add AT fluid while engine is running?

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Yes you can, you want the transmission warm when you check the fluid level to make sure you get a proper reading. I always park the car on a level surface, and put the car in neutral with the car idling with the parking brake set.

[@FeralFabWorks]

Hello, about how much fluid came out, I know the manual says 9.8qt for the entire transmission but obviously not all of the fluid comes out.

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

I honestly can't remember maybe 6 or 7 quarts

[@stanza77]

How many quarts did you drain out and how many did you add?

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

I honestly can't remember, but a Subaru online forum said it's anywhere between 4 to 5 quarts

[@samfromohio8751]

Any idea for the torque speca on that internal strainer?

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Just snug that's all I did, but if you call a Subaru dealership they should be able to tell you if you are worried about it.

[@samfromohio8751]

@@DrewsBackYardMechanics Good idea, thanks.

[@Sfcarpentry]

Did you use the gasket? If so how is it doin

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Yes, the gasket is working great, no leaks.

[@KennethHowell-d8o]

Thank you

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

@@KennethHowell-d8o No problem 👍🏼, Glad it was helpful.

[@aussiecoop.5399]

I've got an 04, H6, 5eat 5 speed auto, my external filter is up in the L/H front guard and I'm wondering if mine has the internal filter as well ?? as it would be wise to change that as well, If anyone can tell me that would be great, also, great video mate and hi from Australia.

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Thanks, yours should but if you'd like to call your local dealer and ask they would be able to tell you also

[@aussiecoop.5399]

Thanks mate, will do. 👍👍

[@angeliacardona1210]

My car has a big nut where the little filter goes..why.....

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Is the big nut on the back of the filter because that's so you can put a wrench on it

[@myyoutubechannel3161]

This a pain in the ass already by looking at it 😆🤣😂😹 damn subaru parts but they run good 👍

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

I hear ya