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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2010OUTBACK SPORT F4-2.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSMANUAL TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Subaru Outback Sport F4-2.5L SOHC
Manual Transmission/Transaxle: Service and Repair
2010 Subaru Outback Sport F4-2.5L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
Flywheel
REMOVAL
1) Remove the transmission assembly.
2) Remove the clutch cover and clutch disc.
3) Attach the ST to remove the flywheel.
ST 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER
INSTALLATION
1) Install the flywheel and ST.
ST 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER
2) Tighten the flywheel mounting bolts to the specified torque.
NOTE:
T1ghten the flywheel attachment bolts gradually. Each bolt should be tightened to the specified torque in crisscross order.
3) Install the clutch disc and cover.
4) Install the transmission assembly.
INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Because the center bearing is grease-sealed and is a non-lubrication type, do not wash with gasoline or solvents.
1) If there is damage or defectiveness in the facing sliding surface or ring gear, replace the flywheel.
2) Smoothness of rotation
Rotate the ball bearing while applying pressure in the thrust direction.
3) If noise or excessive play is noted, replace the flywheel.
REMOVAL
1) Remove the transmission assembly.
2) Remove the clutch cover and clutch disc.
3) Attach the ST to remove the flywheel.
ST 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER
INSTALLATION
1) Install the flywheel and ST.
ST 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER
2) Tighten the flywheel mounting bolts to the specified torque.
NOTE:
T1ghten the flywheel attachment bolts gradually. Each bolt should be tightened to the specified torque in crisscross order.
3) Install the clutch disc and cover.
4) Install the transmission assembly.
INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Because the center bearing is grease-sealed and is a non-lubrication type, do not wash with gasoline or solvents.
1) If there is damage or defectiveness in the facing sliding surface or ring gear, replace the flywheel.
2) Smoothness of rotation
Rotate the ball bearing while applying pressure in the thrust direction.
3) If noise or excessive play is noted, replace the flywheel.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.