Oil Change, Oil Filter & Air Filter - Subaru Outback/Legacy/Liberty 2.5L

In todays video we look at how to perform a basic service on a 2003-2009 Subaru Outback, with 2.5L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder (EJ253) petrol engine. Other models with this same engine include 2003-2007 Liberty and Legacy.
We cover the basic tools, parts and steps that should be followed for changing out below components, which should be changed at every service interval:
- Engine oil
- Engine oil filter
- Air filter
Jump to Section:
0:00 Introduction
00:24 Tools and parts
01:40 Removing bash plate and draining engine oil
03:59 Replacing air filter
06:10 Replacing oil filter
08:44 Reinstate sump plug
09:49 Reinstate bash plate
10:52 Filling with new engine oil
11:51 Checking oil level and Conclusion
Parts used:
Subaru 15208AA100 oil filter x1 (alternative is Ryco Z436)
Subaru 16546AA090 air filter x1 (alternative is Ryco A1527)
Subaru 11126AA000 oil drain plug gasket x1
Castrol Edge Full Synthetic 10W-30* 5L engine oil x1 (4.0L required)
* Subaru Owners’ Manual specifies 4.0L of API SM (or above) grade oil. Under general driving conditions, the Owner’s Manual specifies three options for engine oil viscosity, SAE 5W-30 (preferred), 10W-30 and 10W-40. 10W-30 was used here (shown) due to climate conditions and relatively high mileage of this vehicle.
Tools used:
12mm and 17mm sockets
Socket wrench to suit above, with extension
Ryco RST202 (67mm / 14 flute) oil filter cup socket
Torque wrench
Flathead screwdriver
Oil drain pan (minimum 5L)
Funnel
Paper towels or rags
Safety glasses and nitrile gloves are recommended
All genuine part numbers were found by entering vehicle VIN into PartSouq:
partsouq.com
Ryco filter finder can be used for Ryco aftermarket filters:
www.rycofilters.com.au
Disclaimer: At 2nd Gear Low, we love working on cars, but we are not trained mechanics. We like completing maintenance and modifications to all sorts of cars and filming it for your entertainment, but we can’t promise that you won’t harm yourself, someone else, your car or your warranty by trying this. Talk to a qualified mechanic if you are ever unsure about any part of a job that you choose to try yourself.

[@whitejuice9996]

Very helpful. Clear steps given and clearly spoken, good work mate. Thank you

[@2ndGearLow]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@raynerg1824]

"Offer up the screw", James may would be loving it.

[@2ndGearLow]

Haha learnt from the best

[@CHABBO]

Great video! I own a 06 Outback here in VIC. Really appreciate the level of detail you put into this! Thank you!

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Chabbo, we appreciate your feedback! Thanks for watching

[@CHABBO]

@@2ndGearLow No Problems. I did just do an oil & filter change this weekend for the first time and I thought I'd point out that the bash plate is also fastened on either side of the front wheel arches. You can access it just over the tire. It seems I only have one (passenger side) fastened. Still, those 3x 12mm bolts are more than enough to do it's job. Lastly, I did buy that exact filter cup piece and the oil filter that was installed was slightly smaller. Thankfully I had those nasty filter pliers handy. Cheers!

[@haac4825]

Very good. Just add next time oil inside rhe new oil filter so it can have a good lubricated start. Helps oil pump live longer.

[@hussaini3219]

Good video with good details. If possible a video on how to change the O2 sensor the same Outback.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for the feedback & suggestion Hussain

[@sarahmalagamaalii4020]

legend

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching Sarah!

[@CompletelyZoningOut]

The handbook for my 2006 says to use 0W20 as the go to. Does the car in the video have a turbo?? Because the handbook says the 5W30 is for turbo ones.

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi, thanks for watching. Follow the owners manual for your car - this video shows what oil viscosity is specified where we are in Australia

[@daos3300]

Oz = hot. low winter viscosity oil not necessary.