Subaru Brake Fluid Replacement

[@aaronnokaoi]

Right front, left rear, left front, and right rear. Thanks again Mr. Subaru!

[@albinorhino6]

Is there a reason you do it in this order? Is there a reason for going in the criss-cross pattern?

[@aaronnokaoi]

@@albinorhino6 to my understanding it has to do with the length of the brake lines.

[@nchjdl]

@@aaronnokaoi the rule is always furthest way from master cylinder to closest so if the master is front driver side car you start with rear passenger side ect

[@MrSubaru1387]

This is the procedure outlined in the Subaru factory service manual.

[@zongquantang]

@@MrSubaru1387 Should it start from Rear wheel? Brake pipe length from Master Cylinder to Rear wheels should be longer than front wheels, and it should start from longest pipe. Is there any technique reason that Right Front is the 1st on this outback?

[@garrettbuckley3213]

So late to this video but I wanted to say this was hands down the best editing and quality for a how to video that I've ever seen. The gaming style labeling was icing on the cake, brought me back to the old days. Love your content MrSubaru! Thank you for not making Subaru videos that waste people time

[@douglasrothkopf9090]

I really enjoy these videos, not that I do the work, but for the educational value and I feel the dealership cannot say obscure things to me without my clear understanding of what's involved. (82 year old retired man)

[@mowelker]

Thanks. You just saved me $120 by not having to take it to the dealer. On my 2021 Outback, all the bleeder valves are 10mm by the way. I used one 32 oz. bottle of brake fluid.

[@eugenevosko7832]

now probably $240 if not more

[@ashtin5392]

Its 350ish in texas... 😅

[@BJPr12]

Finally got around to do this service on my car. Also changed the front pads, serviced the caliper pins and changed rear drums and shoes. Man, I wish my Forester had pads on the rear, those shoes are a pain to mount with the rear spring, and especially mounting the emergency brake cable, makes the job twice as long as the front. Thanks again for the video!

[@Daltondoubledeuce]

This is SO timely. I need to do this for both my 2004 Forester XT and my 2010 Outback. I just got a price from Subaru dealer for brake fluid flush for Outback, $149.94. Front and rear diff fluid change $200, uh I think I'll just re-watch Mr Subaru's videos on that thank you. Same for exhaust heat shield rattle for $75.

[@MrSubaru1387]

♥ glad to help. 👍

[@rfcdgaf]

lol yeah, I fixed heat shield rattle for $5

[@marktipton218]

@@MrSubaru1387 hi I live in the uk 🇬🇧 i’ve just got a 2010 Subaru boxer Forester 2 L diesel four-wheel-drive The brakes feel really spongy like you break and there’s no break and then all of a sudden there’s break i’ve checked the brake fluid and there’s plenty so it’s not leaking or dropping down any idea could it be air in the system or maybe low brake pads thanks

[@shardaeberry9712]

Best You Tube video I have ever seen. Clear and concise instructions and other options for when you’re tight on a budget. Excellent job on leaving out the work, all my questions and concerns were met with actions!!

[@chrisboyd4433]

An oldie but a goodie. New front brakes complete on my '07 Forester and the fluid was in sore need of a refresh. Thanks!

[@gordyoconnor7427]

Great tutorial no gum flapping 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻 Ty mr.Subaru new fan!

[@chencho7083]

I just did it and is super easy. Cost me $28.00 ($18.00 in materials and fluid and $10.00 for my 8 yrs old son for helping me). I used a 5/16 OD 3/16 ID clear hose and fits perfect for the bleeding "nipple" 😂😂😂. Thank you man...

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome! Glad to help.

[@alexanderpowell2058]

What’s OD and ID please?

[@chencho7083]

Inside Diameter, Outside Diameter🙂

[@JPeck-qy5gh]

Excellent detail. You are now my go-to Subaru-Guru. Thank you for your time and content.

[@dogsbyfire]

Great video! I use a very small hose clamp where the "one-person" bleeder attaches to the bleeder bolt to help prevent air from being drawn into the caliper when the pedal is on the up stroke. Thank you!

[@malan828]

Alot of people on forums argue about the bleeding procedure on these subarus and the service manual says to do it the way you just showed!

[@nathanmaxwell1195]

visuals remind me of StarCraft 2 gameplay. Informative. Colonies protected, Zerg pushed back, braking power up to 100%.

[@RoadTravelVlogs]

Thank you so much for showing us how to do this without going to car service shop. I just spent few hundred bucks for this yesterday.😓

[@cslapler007]

next 30k miles or so and you'll be set to save!

[@Synthwave89]

Phenomenal video MrSubaru! I completely forgot about this video, I built a homemade bleeder setup like this a year ago but forgot to place the bottle above the slave cylinder today so we had to bleed lots of air >:(

[@ArmanAm]

Also remember to check and bleed if needed the clutch fluid (if manual). My clutch fluid was gross black... I think it was never touched since the car was built in 2005...

[@jasongiles3229]

Thanks for helping me realize that I will happily pay the dealership $150 to do this 😅 I will stick to the oil changes 😂🤦‍♂️

[@crystalmtkid]

This video was extremely helpful. Your edits & adds are awesome.

[@jameswalker673]

Wow such a great video. The editing for this is top-notch. Very clear and concise. Thank you!

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@adamgriffin8758]

Man, one of the best informative videos to date! Thank you!!!

[@shogunofthewest]

Yesss! Thank you! Finally a good break fluid flush video!

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome. 👍

[@skylerhitz5390]

Tell me about it! I don't understand how there are so many brake flush videos and almost every single one of them is terrible.

[@TheCabinman]

Man I respect how clean you keep your work area!

[@jeffreylabs1114]

All these comments about dealers charging $200+ to have this done, makes me appreciate my local Subaru dealer even more! Had this done on my wife's Legacy earlier this year, they only charged me $80 all in (parts and labor)!

[@britonmarrett796]

Always a pleasure watching your videos. Same method for 2WD yes? I have a Subaru Impreza g4 2017. Very informative video. Can definitely recommend to persons

[@RobinRhyne]

Thanks so much for this useful video! This sort of information inspires the DIY in me.

[@pbcanal1]

Even though I have never thought about doing a brake flush, I find it easier to remove the entire brake calipers whenever I do a brake job. Which in New York seems to be every couple years. I pull them all apart and lube the slides. Otherwise they just seize up. Then I bleed out the lines. So likely the oil is getting changed.

[@pmtips4482]

A Snap-On floor jack..... impressive.!

[@KevinBlem]

A Harbor Freight Daytona knock-off!!!

[@cougar1968wy]

As always, a great instructional video!

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. 👍

[@tomharrigan3227]

The videos you post are tops. You have saved me more time and money than you will ever know. TY Please keep up the Subaru posts. How much fluid do you think you go through for a complete flush?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Usually can get by with one large qt bottle.

[@spazzotc]

For DIY, what's the best way to dispose of the old fluid?

[@forester_overland_nz]

Thank you for this! Still very useful up to this date!

[@jeffd3844]

Just did my 17 Crosstrek and was surprised when it started sucking air at the MIN mark on the fluid reservoir. All cars I've done before only suck air when the reservoir is empty...but not my Crosstrek.

[@jackstraw9728]

Excellent educational content and video again!!! THANK YOU AND ALL THE BEST!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍Greatly Appreciated!!!

[@Knightsmith]

Good Videography, good, clear instructions. Very helpful. Thank you!

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@joshcowan474]

Great video, what is the black part that you put onto the bleeder valve that is attached to the clear hose?

[@eggpod4567]

Mr.Subaru. I'll never doubt your holiness again. I drained all the fluid out, without replacing the fluid cause I was like "That's dumb, the new fluid will just mix with the old fluid." I turned a simple job Into the biggest bitch of all time.,🤣 The cars great now though. 218,000 miles and she's still trucking along perfectly. This is my first car where I've been trying my best to do everything myself. I've made some huge mistakes. (part of the learning curve of course). It's still running great. This car has exceeded my expectations and I'll probably never own any other type of car again in my life.

[@dlim1984]

Excellent DIY method, may have to try this on my 2000 Forester. Question though, is the reason why you hang the bottle higher and filled with fluid to prevent air accidentally getting sucked in when the brake pedal depresses?

[@ArmanAm]

I couldn't achieve proper seal between tube and nipple, so air was sipping in... Then I psyched and bought Motive bleeder. Job done in 10 min, amazing for $50

[@williamhart4661]

Thinking about doing the same. model number MPT0107??

[@wlit]

What size of tube should I use to connect to the bleeder screw? Where can I get the tube you're using with the 'L' connector?

[@barrythomas6429]

I noticed an edit when it came time to remove the filter screen. What a PITA it is trying to remove the screen. I have read on forums that the screen should not be removed.

[@dallasyoung]

2013 Subaru Outback Service Manual -> 5. Chassis Section -> 10. Brake BR -> 11. Air Bleeding. Says "NOTE: Perform air bleed starting in the order from the farthest wheel cylinder from the master cylinder" which would be the rear right, rear left, front right, front left. Not sure what model car he is working on in this video that has him starting at the right front wheel.

[@danmc2678]

One tip: Use turkey baster and pull out the old fluid from the master then put in all new fluid. Will say time and fluid.

[@dtripletrains6378]

thank you for your wonderful videos! I noticed this video has a different bleeding sequence than another video you did. Should I follow this sequence for bleeding brakes on my 2002 Forester, starting with the right rear?

[@bonifacemuriuki3229]

Hello, When depressing/releasing the brake pedal, does the bleeder screw need to be tightened? I mean to ask does this need 2 people, 1 stepping on the brake pedal and the other one loosening and tightening the bleeder screw?

[@bonifacemuriuki3229]

@@anthonyjulson8840 thanks for the response. What about sucking in fluid that's in bottle when depressing the brake pedal?

[@Chris-vx3qi]

Thank you 🙏 A true Legend

[@commanderstatix]

How much brake fluid did you end up using? I just got some new calipers and I hear flushing the lines is a good idea when replacing brake components.

[@marvinwilkins]

Been waiting for this, where my Popcorn?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Haha. You're welcome. 👍

[@coltfanboi7747]

Wow, a great instructional "how to" video with great camera work. Thanks again Mr Subaru, you saved me $$$ and £££ by showing how to do it easily and properly on my own driveway :) . Does this also flush the ABS pump?.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video. It mostly flushes the pump. You'd have to run the ABS pump with the scan tool to get every spec out.

[@ironman1518.]

Where do I get one of those nifty brake bleeder hoses with that black rubber connector, Please/ Thank you!

[@dand1654]

Best videos as always!! Thanks!

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it. 👍

[@BloodhedgeKSK]

My 2017 Forester had enough clearance for me to just go under the car and bleed the brake fluid instead of jacking up my car and removing the wheel. The rear wheels were a pain while the front wheels you could turn it exposing the brakes.

[@cdotson0027]

Is the pattern of the order in which to bleed the same for most subaru models? 2017 crosstrek?

[@tomhammond89]

Very good video, not sure on your stance on modifications but the one thing I don't like about that Gen of outback is the sway bar and end Links. So much body roll it seems. Although mine could have been worn out :/.

[@MarFor69]

Great video. Question, I was always taught to start with the caliper furthest from the reservoir and work your way to the closest. Why did you do it in this order?

[@unpleb8754]

Cheat sheet: RF, LR, LF, RR This is the recommended order by Subaru due to the ABS module

[@jfrosty42]

Would the order of which ones to bleed be the same for a 2004 Outback base? Also, I was under the impression that you start the furthest away and work toward the closest. Any chance you could touch on why it's done reverse order here?

[@jeffflowers729]

He’s the second Subaru video showing this unusual order but they don’t say why.

[@jasonbullock7237]

Late to this one but amazing details. Is there a reason to go right front, left rear, left front, right rear?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Because it's the order Subaru states to use in the factory service manual.

[@raymondmazza2338]

As always, a great and helpful video. Thank you. Have to ask, what brand watch and band is that? Looked nice from what I could see

[@FullSendFabrication]

How about sucking the remainder of the old fluid from the reservoir first with a turkey baster. Then topping off the rez & flushing lines?

[@danielpacheco8650]

I was always taught to bleed the farthest wheel from reservoir 1st so i am curious why u did right front 1st mr subaru?

[@chrismiddleton801]

On my 2017 Outback the brake fluid reservoir has two sections. This process only drains the front section. Old brake fluid remains in the larger rear section. I've tried putting a hose in there to suck out the old fluid but I cant get to it. Is there a trick to draining the rear portion of the reservoir?

[@staterawolf823]

How the heck do I get the little filter out of the reservoir? Gloved fingers keep slipping.

[@KDD8]

do you empty the fluid out of the plastic bottle after every caliper you bleed? or only when it gets really dirty in the bottle?

[@VideoNOLA]

Would it pay to manually compress each brake caliper so that the old brake fluid sitting in that chamber would also be expelled?

[@twinblitzen356scroll]

Hi, will the order be the same for a right hand drive Subaru? Please advise, thank you.

[@blg020]

I thought you can get air in the lines when let the pedal come up with the bleeder bolt open.

[@sebastiansegade]

Awesome video thanks

[@98270360]

Perfect made video. Thank you.

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome. 👍🏻

[@localhero26]

I came by your videos a few years ago, theyre great. Theve been helping me run my 2003 WRX Wagon ever since. Would the sequence be the same on a British right hand drive car or would it be mirrored side to side because of the master cylinder being on the opposite side?

[@razziade]

Would this be the same for 2019 forester and a 2020 Outback? My wife just had this service done at dealership: cost: $300 including tax. Parts=$70 and labor=$200.

[@VideoNOLA]

I keep a bunch of extra check valves lying around; wouldn't putting one of those inline with the one-man bleeder rig help prevent backflow/drippage?

[@alvaroblacidoramirez8314]

Tienes algún video de como cambiar las cañerías de freno.

[@BJPr12]

Another great video! Where can we find the 90 degrees black tubing piece that attaches to the bleeder? Keep up the awesome work!

[@MrSubaru1387]

It was a part off of an old brake bleed kit.

[@BJPr12]

MrSubaru1387 Oh I see.. I guess just the clear tubing could be used as well, as long as it attaches correctly to the bleeder

[@MrSubaru1387]

Yup. Just as long as it's tight.

[@DJMV09]

hello man, the video is super, I have an identical subaru legacy but 97 and a while ago it died out of nowhere, the brake fluid and check engine light came on, when doing the self-diagnosis it keeps blinking without giving a code, change fluid brake since they told me it could be that but the warning light is still on and it does not allow the engine to start and I don't know what else to do if you can help me it would be great greetings from chile

[@stephenbile3932]

With that rule apply to 2008 Subaru Tribeca? I'm about to change out pads and rotors front and rear.

[@williemorales6817]

How do you know when to stop bleeding at each of the brake points? I know the fluid is dirty but is their a visual point to each bleed point? Thank you kindly

[@push137]

Can you explain the order ? Are we not supposed to start further from abs system or master cylinder?? Plz answer that i saw other video they say we need to start further from abs system but its not clear on what car you working wheres the abs ?

[@geraldrivard5767]

So correct me if I'm wrong front right caliper two left rear caliper two left front caliper 2 right rear caliper I hope I'm correct what a crazy bleeding order great video if it's the way it I said it helps a bunch

[@kmenzel5020]

Well done!!! Thank you!!!!!

[@ronancherani7225]

Great video

[@robalexander417]

Hi, I know this is nearly 4 years on from when you made this excellent video but I have one question please? I thought one should start bleeding at the wheel furthest from the master cylinder (the longest brake line), assuming the ABS system is closest to the driver’s side. So my question-why start the bleeding at the front right passenger wheel?

[@MrSubaru1387]

This is straight from the Subaru service manual.

[@jackbarraclough4711]

Is there any reason you didn’t start with the furthest away? I was always under the impression to always start with that one and finish with the closest - when bleeding anyway, or does it not matter? Interested to know😀

[@MrSubaru1387]

Bled per Subaru factory service manual recommendations.

[@weirdbeard1980]

All your tools say snap on...mine say Stanley. Lol

[@robertolson1948]

right, basic tools work just as good, lol love your comment, lol

[@MrSubaru1387]

Not all, plenty say MAC, Matco, Ko-ken, KTC, TONE, Stahlwille, Hazet, GearWrench, etc. 😝

[@chrisruzicka7452]

@@MrSubaru1387 Maybe we should start a 12 step group for tool hoarder's. My wife would would be first in line to sign me up.

[@BananaWagon]

May I ask where you got the hose end you are using? The black nipple portion. Or is it a whole hose? I’m trying to locate a hose and end exactly like that. Thank you!!!

[@arturovega7]

How much brake fluid did you end up using for the flush?

[@mbrick]

Typically a 1 quart bottle is enough, but if it is really dirty it can take a bit more.

[@zycieto-iniejei-bajasubaru7499]

@@mbrick in my Baja probably i need 2 quarts ;P

[@johnsmith-sp6yl]

does this procedure also flush the abs system/ clear it of bubbles if any are present?

[@noot74]

Just stumbled across your channel and all I can say is wow! Definitely a ton of knowledge here. Have you done any turbo videos or have anyone you could recommend ?

[@MrSubaru1387]

I've done very little on turbos, that said, I have an 05 LGT that will be getting a block up rebuild and a customer's bug eye WRX that will be getting a JDM EJ20 engine swap in the future.

[@shelbyrodrigues]

is there a wrong order to do this? I think I'm gathering I should do the closest to reservoir first then work further away.

[@charger440]

Great video but, I am confused. Have watch 3 videos on this issue and all of them have a different bleeding sequence! I am trying to understand their logistics!

[@MrSubaru1387]

This is the sequence outlined in the Subaru factory service manual.

[@nonyafkinbznes1420]

Saw you flexin that Snap On wrench.

[@mikequinlan3308]

Good video, though I would have liked a bit more commentary. Specifically, regarding the brake bleeding order is this actually correct for newer Subarus?. For my 2011 SH Forester, the service manual states to ''Perform air bleed starting in the order from the farthest wheel cylinder from the master cylinder.'' So I assume that means the more standard RR, RL, FR, and finally FL. Which is correct and why would there be a difference?

[@excampopa]

That's the order I've seen too or farthest from the reservoir to nearest. I think it's in order to flush the old brake fluid most efficiently without getting old fluid mixed in with new.

[@stateofgrace54]

Thank you👍🏾

[@GR8GUY54]

Paid $136 dollars at the dealership today for a brake flush. They said the reservoir was low thus causing the brake light...how? I checked it the other day and it was in between low and full. Weird.

[@drlueders1]

Very helpful. And disposal of old fluid?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Usually local auto parts stores or recycling/trash centers will take it for you.

[@rafaelj.benero4880]

Noticed that engine is off! Will turning on the engine make any difference?...

[@aflaz171]

I always do my own, but was taught to start at furtherest point. In the case of right hand drive, this is going to be my rear left wheel. Does it matter Mmmm?

[@mbrick]

The Subaru service manual says front right, rear left, front left, rear right. This is because the brake system is split into two systems for redundancy and the wheels diagonal from one another are connected on the same circuit.. I don't think it is hugely important, but just FYI.

[@faultywires36]

@@mbrick Thanks for answering/explaining. I had the same understanding as questioned above.

[@aloucas73]

My Haynes manual for my 2012 Legacy says to start from the furthest wheel. Is this a misprint you think?

[@omarpatino5936]

Would you say this is the same procedure for 15 WRX (NON STI or NON BREMBO) without Eyesight? Can't seem to find a decent video for a full break job. Thanks and great quality video

[@MrSubaru1387]

Should be the same procedure. Don't know of anything that would be different.

[@BJPr12]

If one is going to replace all the brake components and flush the fluid as well, does it matter what is done first? The fluid vs the brake parts(pads & rear shoes)..?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Not really.

[@BJPr12]

MrSubaru1387 Cool, thanks!

[@britonmarrett796]

Can you do this procedure without taking off all four tyres? I just wanna know because I don't have a jack stand as yet.

[@thatonedude1828]

Do you have to do the diagnostic sequence when you do this? I have the same exact subaru in the video. I read to ground 2 terminal in the obd 2 sensor and do a sequence