If it is not full, slowly fill the fluid up a little at a time, and continue to measure with the dipstick. Just bought my 2000 subaru outback and decided to check the trans. The engine in your 2010 subaru legacy should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Or check your subaru owners manual to see fluid type is specified. What type of transmission fluid for subaru forester. There are labels for warm and cold check the warm readings. Aug, 2007 how to change the transmission fluid on a subaru 5 speed manual transmission. There was a change between 05 and 06 models from dex iii to the new stuff. New subaru owners may qualify for a vehicle modification reimbursement. Subaru legacyoutback transmission problems page 12 car.
Find out if you qualify for our free subaru roadside assistance. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Ive read the manual and it says that there is a dipstick on a 2. I have bought 2010 subaru r2 and i cant find dipstick for transmission fluid. If its automatic, it should be on the right side when facing the engine bay, if standard, it should be on the left. I looked all around the general vicinity of the turbo heat shield and couldnt find anything. How to check and top off subaru manual transmission fluid youtube.
Subaru automatic transmission fluid change service information. Aug 17, 2017 how to check the manual transmission on your subaru. I have a 2002 subaru legacy gt w a manual transmission that over the past month has started to show a slight and now more pronounced clicking noise. This is a 2003 impreza, should be the same location for most yearsmodels. While doing the first oil change on my 2012 legacy 2. Subaru legacy automatic transmission 2010, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Remove the plug and put a finger in the hole if it doesnt come. Subaru legacy automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Before you drain the fluid, remove this dipstick, and put it somewhere clean we do this because removing this plug relieves pressure in the trans, and allows the trans to empty quicker and get more junk out. Subaru legacy transmission problems and repair descriptions. Castrol transmax cvt atf can be used in certain subaru cvts.
Its a large, round headed plug, slightly larger than a quarter, with what appears to be an allenhe. Before checking, always stop the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, set the. This is the only manual trans ive ever owned with a dipstick on it. I checked the owners manual and it shows a dipstick for manual transmission oil. So does the manual transmission have a dipstick to check the level of the front diff. First, remove the dipstick from under the hood if you are unsure as to where it is located, check your owners manual. How to check the manual transmission on your subaru. This is the tranny fluid dipstick, and is also where you will refill the trans. I wanted to check the level and condition of the fluid because the tranny seems to be sticking in high gear when i slow down and almost stalling the engine when i come to a stop. In doing so i noticed the cvt trans has a bottom mounted drain plug on the pan. Guaranteed trade in program 2020 subaru ascent 2020 subaru outback.
Also, pull out your transmitting oil dip stick to prevent the gulping and splashing when youre draining the oil. In this video we show how to service the front differential fluid in a 2010 subaru legacy awd vehicle. I have bought 2010 subaru r2 and i cant find fixya. These are tricky to find if you havent found it before, the yellow. The engine in your 2011 subaru legacy should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Complete auto transmissions for subaru legacy for sale ebay. Continuously variable transmission is used in the subaru legacy, outback and other. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level back up to the upper level. To replace the fluid requires removing the drain plug allen keyed on the pan. Check your subaru fluid levels in 60 seconds center subaru. It was last updated february 10, 2020 and first published november 12, 2010. To fill the fluid you should use a funnel and pour it into the hole where you pulled the dipstick. Jul 17, 2016 im trying to find the dipstick on a 2014 legacy for the transmission fluid. Subaru manual transmission transaxle oil level check.
Its a small gray plastic looppull on the right side, kind of tucked under wire harness and air intake. Subaru is recalling certain model year 20102012 legacy and outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or cvt transmission and an audiovox remote engine starter res accessory, certain model. Remove the stick, wipe it clean, replace, and then remove it again. Where is the dipstick for the at on a 2012 subaru legacy 2.
See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. How to change transmission fluid on a 2010 subaru impreza. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again. Subaru hpatf or whatever the new spec fluid is called is very good fluid though, and you can use it without fear of it not being able to properly lube and protect your transmission. My transmission started shifting gears sort of roughly, so i wanted to check the levels, but i just cant find it. Im trying to find the dipstick on a 2014 legacy for the. Transmission fluid level check subaru legacy 20102014 2010. Assist please posted by daniel kafuwa on may 17, 2018.
The noise itself is best described as a slight ticking sound, kinda of like when we used to put baseball cards in the spokes of our bicycle wheels. New cvt in 2010 subaru legacy promises low maintenance costs. What kind of automatic transmission fluid atf should i use in my. Jun 24, 2009 last week we reported that the new continuously variable automatic transmission cvt that makes its debut in the allnew 2010 subaru legacy will achieve bestinclass epa fuel economy ratings of.
Cant find transmission fluid dipstick i am trying to find it in my subaru outback, and i even checked the manual, which points to a spot where it simply doesnt exist. To see how frequently 2010 subaru legacy problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Where is the transmission check on a 2010 subaru outback. The subaru lineartronic cvt continuously variable transmission is used in the subaru legacy, outback and other models from around model year 2014 on up. Subaru dipsticks, the intertubes, and me one finger typing.
How to check and top off subaru manual transmission fluid. There is a fill plug on the back of the transmission. To refill, fill it up in the hole until it comes out. Checking your subaru fluid levels in 1 minute may save you hours of headaches. Move hoses and such out of the way until you can see the dipstick tube and handle, it should be brightly colored. How to added transmission oil 20102014 subaru legacy. Transmission fluid level check subaru legacy 20102014. Park your subaru on a level surface and stop the engine.
By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Jan 12, 2014 where is the dipstick for the at on a 2012 subaru legacy 2. Nice to know its still there on the 2014 5spd manual. The worst complaints are lights, accessories interior, and transmission problems. Jul 23, 2017 hi guys and thanks for watching, if you can see in this one at least i get 4 qrts of fluid and is better then nothing now the car is running like new. Subaru manual transmission oil dipstick location 2003 impreza. Well remove the wornout automatic transmission fluid from your subaru and. A transmission flush is the best maintenance that one can do to extend the life of your automatic transmission, dont miss out on the benefits because of the nonsense that exists surrounding changing your transmission fluid.
The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your legacy and how. Checking oil level in manual transmission transaxle front differential. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your legacy and how to check the transmission fluid level. Transmission filters for subaru legacy for sale ebay. Learn more about a subaru automatic transmission fluid change service. Anyone can feel free to repost this as long as you leave the about the author part intact. When adding transmission fluid to your legacy, be sure to add it slowly as it will fill up quickly and is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on it.
In this car, our 91 subaru, it turns out you can check the transmission fluid and the fluid lubricating. This should work for nearly every year and model subaru but this video specifically shows a 1998 subaru impreza 2. Approximately 27,100 modelyear 201014 subaru legacy sedans and outback wagons equipped with manual transmissions the problem. The worst complaints are warning lights flashing, transmission failure. Trade up to a new subaru with more industryleading safety and technology features. When it comes to your subaru legacy, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Your subaru owners manual should give you an idea for an automatic transmission fluid.