2013 Subaru Outback service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
- Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Trims covered
- Limited Wagon 4-Door
- 2.5i Convenience Wagon 4-Door
- 2.5i Premium Wagon 4-Door
- 2.5i Touring Wagon 4-Door
- 2.5i Limited Wagon 4-Door
- 3.6R Wagon 4-Door
- Base Wagon 4-Door
- 2.5i Wagon 4-Door
- 3.6R Limited Wagon 4-Door
Engines covered
- 2.5L 2458CC H4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.5L 2498CC 152Cu. In. H4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 3.6L 3630CC H6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Legacy vehicles manufactured November 26, 2008, to June 7, 2013, and 2010-2014 Outback vehicles manufactured January 9, 2009
If the windshield wiper motor overheats, the wipers may fail, reducing driver visibility and increas
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor bottom cover assembly
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 20
The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to st
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall be
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2013 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from February 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the inner and outer shafts of the steerin
If the shafts become disengaged, the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column assembly with a new one, fre
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-20
The engine turning off unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash. If a crash occurs under this
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition swit
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles or
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants res
Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (STI included), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicle
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants res
Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicl
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants res
Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability.
This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected.
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.
This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully
Showing the 8 most recent of 420 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
MY FRIENDS' SON AND WIFE HAD A CRASH ON I 55 NORTH NEAR MEADOWBROOK ROAD ON JANUARY 28, 2018. THE CAR HIT A HIGHWAY BARRIER AND SPUN AROUND AND RESULTED IN AN EXTREME FIRE AFTER IMPACT AND THE SIDE A
MY FRIENDS' SON AND WIFE HAD A CRASH ON I 55 NORTH NEAR MEADOWBROOK ROAD ON JANUARY 28, 2018. THE CAR HIT A HIGHWAY BARRIER AND SPUN AROUND AND RESULTED IN AN EXTREME FIRE AFTER IMPACT AND THE SIDE A
SUDDEN UNWANTED FORCEFUL ACCELERATION (SUSPECT AUTO CRUISE CONTROL GOT ENGAGED VIA EYESIGHT MALFUNCTION), COLLISION AVOIDANCE FAILED TO ENGAGE. BACK HOME SAFELY FROM A LOCAL GROCERY, PULLED THE CAR SL
SUDDEN UNWANTED FORCEFUL ACCELERATION (SUSPECT AUTO CRUISE CONTROL GOT ENGAGED VIA EYESIGHT MALFUNCTION), COLLISION AVOIDANCE FAILED TO ENGAGE. BACK HOME SAFELY FROM A LOCAL GROCERY, PULLED THE CAR SL
SUDDEN UNWANTED FORCEFUL ACCELERATION (SUSPECT AUTO CRUISE CONTROL GOT ENGAGED VIA EYESIGHT MALFUNCTION), COLLISION AVOIDANCE FAILED TO ENGAGE. BACK HOME SAFELY FROM A LOCAL GROCERY, PULLED THE CAR SL
Showing the 5 most serious of 404 complaints filed with NHTSA.
