2010-2016 Subaru Forester, Outback Transmission Valve Body Replacement | TR580 CVT

This Subaru is getting the transmission valve body replaced. Since this video was produced they now sell just the shift solenoid. This is a much cheaper option than replacing the whole valve body.
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[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

You now have the option to just replace the solenoids instead of the whole valve body! The links are in the description 👍

[@DanielCook2231]

This was the comment I was hoping to see. I have a pressure control solenoid C - was told by my mechanic friend it could be replaced

[@MichaelWongW]

Great tutorial, followed it from beginning to end! Only thing to add is I had to perform a TCM reset afterward because it was driving in a limp mode. Thank you!

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@MichaelWongW Glad this was helpful 🙂. When you reset the TCM did just clear the old codes or was it a longer process?

[@williamlane7429]

Probably the best how too video I have ever watched ty

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Thanks! Glad this was helpful 👍

[@captaincoyote1792]

This was one helluva great instructive video….not only is the mechanic a natural instructor, he included the expected challenges involved in this job. I’m in my late 60s now…retired after two challenging careers (military and federal law enforcement). While there was a time that I enjoyed working on my cars, I am not so inclined to do so these days….much preferring to spend my limited time left in earth hiking, backpacking, training my Aussie, kayaking, fishing, woodworking, etc….to getting “down and dirty” with our cars…one of which is my wife’s Forester (right at 150K on the clock). It is in the shop right now with Subaru doing this. I watched this, to be able to ascertain the scope of the work….and to be able to ask the mechanic intelligent questions when I go to pick up the car. So in that vain, thank you, sir. Well done-Bravo Zulu-on both your work ethic… And your ability to easily explain the “scope of work” in a way that’s easy to understand and follow. Again, very well done! Thanks so much!!

[@trevorseidler5479]

Just wanted to say thank you for such an awesome video. I watched this a few times and knocked out the replacement start to finish no problem.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Awesome! Glad this was helpful 👊. When I had the plastic draped over the engine I felt like a surgeon 😂

[@trevorseidler5479]

@@ValleyMobileAutomotive yeah I thought to myself… what a good idea and when I unboxed mine…. I tossed it to the side and got into it 😂 but I did power wash everything before starting.

[@emiliog.4432]

Excellent! Great detailed information. Well done Sir.

[@Chon2024]

If you put a couple of wrenches where the 10mm bolts are you can used them to lift and pry out the cover

[@224evans]

Check wit your local dealership, my 2014 forester had 115000, and they did this free under warranty! It was extended due to a known defect

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Thanks for the heads up! If you can get it done for free that's a huge bonus 👍

[@marknewton3657]

Just had mine replaced on 2014 outback. Did not have extended warranty. 1800 repair :( but glad it's done. Runs great now.

[@da9pauly]

I wish I saw this a couple of weeks ago just had this done on my 07 Forester XT and it was expensive. I could have done the install…

[@Durazno83]

Excelente video. Me alegro de ver este problema que es frecuente en la cvt de Subaru. 👍👍👍

[@roberthoyle7160]

How much does this job cost? Thanks for sharing

[@juancarlosmancia5643]

Awesome,but were can a find the installation details that you were checking?

[@bkbgbvhiuyu3856]

Thank you

[@hnd2893]

Maybe I missed it, but you forgot to do a TCM Relearn. TCM needs to be calibrated to the new valve body. Also, there are some software updates (Reflashes) for some of the CVTs. IIRC, 2015 and later models, Subaru has extended the CVT/Valve body warranty. Check with the dealership.

[@ThairWHadid]

extended the CVT/Valve body warranty I called them they said up to 100K miles only .....mine has 127K 2014

[@RichardDavis-n6s]

Thanks

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@RichardDavis-n6s You're welcome 🙂

We have to do this ourselves as we are in Belize, and no Subaru shop to be found. Great video. We have the 2015 Forester XT 2.0, is the process substantially the same? It would be nice to replace just the bad solenoid, but then again, what if a different one fails after the repair? We're going to play it safe and do the whole body, but rebuild the old one as a spare. Any suggestions?

[@charliepham6889]

Thanks Robert great video

[@jonathanvicentt2278]

Thank you, i'll need for my subaru.

[@Crankshaft-nl5xu]

What was the symptoms that the car was producing?

[@klmnlifts]

Does subaru forester 2014 and outback have the same valve body?

[@2WR467]

Great video. What does it cost to have the valve body replaced? Parts and labor? Thanx

[@jamesgoulart4722]

I was just quoted 3k by Dealership.

[@anthonydavis7651]

You can get them separately sold on enay

[@valentinecv7565]

Thanks a lot, great video

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

You're welcome 👍

[@JoseHernandez-vu5dn]

Amigo muy buen video de subaru de cambiar elbal body yo tengo ese problema lastima que no se donde esta tu taller subaru 2011 outback

[@dennistaylor7830]

Is the transmission you're working on a CVT? I have a 2010 and a 2013 Forester XT and they use the 4EAT transmission. Is the valve body in the same location on these?

[@luisarroyo6096]

Hello did you ever find out? I can’t seem to find a lot of info

[@akramkoraym6908]

I have a 2011 Subaru Forester X touring, would the location of the valve body be in the same place shown in the video? I just bought the car 2 weeks ago with 100k miles, but the valve body is acting up and the dealer says they were unaware of that problem when they sold me it. Now the dealership mechanics are working on it. I’d really appreciate it if you answer. I want to check to make sure they actually replaced it because I didn’t purchase a warranty on the car, but received a 45 day warranty for free from the dealer and I’m afraid they might trick me into believing it was repaired.

[@johnseaman9784]

Great video!!!

[@newman7364]

You didn't do the transmission flush and do relearning after this valve body replacement? I thought you must if you opened your valve body.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

The steps to keep your work area clean will make it so a flush is not needed. A relearn was not required for this vehicle. After the replacement I took it on a test drive with no codes or shifting issues.

[@adamalcantar2552]

Would it cause the transmission temp light to flash? If it’s bad module ?

[@PatrickRemington]

Do any fluids need to be replaced?

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

I lost less than a cup of transmission fluid. You shouldn't need to do any kind of flush or fluid change after this repair... Unless it's time for it.

[@ulisese.ericksonr.3401]

What are the torque settings on the screws ??

[@sergeyno9829]

Why did you replace all valve body? You can check resistance on the cvt connector, valve resistance is about 10-13 Ohm, 4wd valve resistance is about 3 Ohm. You can replace only valve and it costs about 50$

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Thanks for your comment. During the time of this repair the only way to fix this using genuine Subaru parts is to replace the whole valve body. If there are aftermarket solenoids available I don't have any experience with their reliability.

[@ThairWHadid]

hello ........... do you have the photo for the resistance and location please

[@NaturesHealingGrace]

My 2011 outback has torque bind when turning sharp on dry pavement. I was told it was the valve body. Does that sound right? I already changed the CVT fluid and oil in the rear diff. I have no codes.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@NaturesHealingGrace Yes, a faulty AWD solenoid can cause binding while turning sharp. There is a fuse that you can install to make it FWD. Install the fuse and see if that makes a difference. Also mismatched tire sizes can cause this issue. Have you had the transmission or rear differential replaced recently? There are a couple different options that need to match or it can cause binding as well. Another thing I can think of is if the AWD clutch packs are worn and binding but that's not common.

[@LaurieLedbetter-d6l]

I have a 2012 XPremium 2.5 transmission with code P0763 code. A mechanic that does not work with Subaru that often says I need a new Transmission Valve Body replacement but that is not the code you mention. Thoughts? Mine is not the CTV transmission but the other one. Thanks in advance for your time if you answer

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

That code is for the shift solenoid C. This is an electrical circuit code. With a few relatively simple tests you can determine if it's the wiring or the solenoid. I don't know if the solenoid can be replaced on that transmission or if the whole valve body needs to be replaced like in this case.

[@34mEna43]

How many torque pound?

[@wes2460]

Those Solenoids , I cant seem to find any Oem ones around , there all aftermarket Chinese junk . it seems Subaru only sells the whole valve body at 800 bucks . The Dorman aftermarket says China on the side of it.

[@SteedDigital1]

The plastic is not to keep cvt fluid off the engine it's meant to be put on right before pulling the cover to reduce contamination of the cvt fluid. 🤦

[@eduardodudu8625]

Olá gostei do seu vídeo Att ANTERO MATIC Brazil

[@ZainurRahmanAdjilaniSali]

Hello brother, please can you help me regarding the dimension of valve body, for 2011-2016, is it 29.7 x 19.9 x 17.9 cm; 4.43 Kilograms? please help me, coz i am doubt if it is fits to my car, i am planning to order in online.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

There are two different transmissions for these. If you're not sure then the best thing to do is call the dealer and talk to the parts department. Give them your VIN and they will help you out.

[@LamarLenhardt]

Should’ve cha😢the fluid too

[@rossgooding7423]

Having a shop replace this on 2015 Forester. $1,786 including labor. Part/kit price $1,200 coming from Subaru Dealer.

[@pinoywheelgunner]

Are subarus unreliable? I bought a 2014 forester ip. Driven only on weekends , it has 60k kilometers when I bought it. Now66,000 kms. At oil temp came on, along with abs, hill descent Nd traction control. According to the mechanic, possibly cvt valve body. $1,000 to fix. Fuck this shit

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Unfortunately Subaru CVT transmissions are having issues. Mostly with the valve body. $1,000 is a decent price for this fix. The valve body itself is expensive. I haven't heard of repeat failures so it's possible the parts have been updated. If you do this I would only go with a valve body from Subaru, if you find an aftermarket valve body I would avoid it no matter how tempting the price is.

[@kohort1]

In the US, Subaru America extended the warranty on the CVT from 60k/5yr to 100k/10yr on my 2015...had similar light up and p0700/p2763 codes at 87k miles. No other symptoms. Dealership replaced for free. I'm now trying to learn if I should be worried about the rest of the CVT failing next. I've only done a drain/refill at 70k. But that's only about half of the cvt fluid (~5 of 10qts). Maybe the host has thoughts on it.

[@pinoywheelgunner]

@@ValleyMobileAutomotive my mechanic was good, the only thing broken was 1 of 4 solenoid inside the CVT. He replaced just that one and its fixed. 1,000$ or 50,000 pesos. Not a small budget by any means. Im scared of thinking what could fail next. CVT replacement will cost about $2200

[@r3kr]

2013 forester has a different tran, not CVT

[@h-rtautomotorsport9780]

Makin pple wrong. W/o Compulsory learning mode, then diff learning....you are im straight to brake it

[@jperiksen]

I’m looking for someone who can do this job for me in the NY, PA, CT, NJ or MA area

[@marqusmcbee4125]

I’m located in pa reading area I can do it for $1200

[@lorenzomoore4880]

Sir you are wrong you can just replace the solenoids instead of the complete valve body

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

You are correct. The solenoids are available separately. I have the individual solenoids in the description.