The Subaru Outback is an SUV (all-terrain vehicle) station wagon designed by the Japanese automaker based on one of its flagship models, the Subaru Legacy. Although the latter is a family car, the technical platform used for its second generation is also employed for the Subaru Outbackwhich was launched in 1995.
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Like its predecessors, it's an all-wheel drive all-wheel drive has been chosen by the manufacturer. All four wheels are driven, which implies the use of a transfer case in addition to the gearbox, so that the power received is distributed to the front and rear axles in a balanced manner.
The gearbox is unique unique to this generation generation: a continuously variable Lineartronic system simulating eight transmission ratios. However, older models offer the driver a more conventional choice, with an automatic gearbox with up to six gears, or the system favored on the European market with the manual gearboxfrom five to six speeds.
Whatever its type, your gearbox requires regular maintenance to get the best out of it. How prolong its service life efficiently? What to do in case of breakdown? Follow our advice!
Daily vigilance for a well-preserved gearbox
Good driving habits
Steps you can take to to preserve your transmission system depend on the type of transmission. With an automatic gearbox, you don't need a clutch pedal, so maintenance is considerably simplified. In this case, just make sure you never engage an alternative geargear, such as park or reverse, when the vehicle is not at a complete standstill.
The case of a manual gearbox however, is no more complicated: by anticipating the road as much as possible, you'll save yourself a lot of unnecessary manipulation and preserve the mechanics. However, you should always shift into neutral (or neutral) during short stops, such as at traffic lights, to take the strain off the clutch pedal. Similarly, when the situation allows, downshift in several steps is preferable to a major gear change, from sixth to first gear for example.
In addition to these precautions, be sure to keep your hand away from the gearshift lever when you have no immediate intention of using it. Although seemingly harmless, this gesture is actually enough to bring the gearbox's internal components into contact, causing unnecessary wear.
Warning signs to watch out for
By paying attention to the warning signs that may indicate an upcoming problem with your Subaru Outback gearbox Outback gearbox, you'll be able to describe them accurately to a professional mechanic, helping him to make a reliable diagnosis.
The most frequent unusual elements are as follows:
- Appearance of noises (clunking, squeaking, grinding, etc.) when operating the gearshift lever. Distinguishing the nature of these noises is important in determining the source of the problem;
- A gear that jumps or can't engage;
- Significant vibrations in the passenger compartment. This may occur at a particular speed or in neutral;
- A smell of burning ;
- A slippery sensation when starting the car;
- Widespread loss of power if fitted with an automatic gearbox: slower gear changes, slower acceleration, etc.
These symptoms can occur alone or in combination. Don't wait for them to get worse and and consult your mechanic as soon as possible..
Gearbox oil change for optimum gearbox health
Gearbox oilThe role of gearbox oil is to lubricate each component of the gearbox. It also helps to cool the system by dissipating heat generated during driving, and its detergent properties enable the gearbox to withstand intensive use.
Smaller or larger leaks can alter the amount of transmission oil in your Subaru Outback and an excess of metallic particles and other residues can affect its quality.
It's therefore important to change your gearbox oil every now and then, to keep your vehicle as healthy as possible. In the case of an automatic gearbox, this maintenance should be carried out every two years or after 60,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. A manual gearbox, on the other hand, is more robust: you should expect a visit to the garage after 250,000 kilometers. But for peace of mind, we recommend that you have your gearbox gearbox oil change every five years.
Gearbox repair: the different scenarios
The frequent case of minor breakdowns
If, despite all your precautions, the gearbox of your Subaru Outback should malfunction, it is likely that it can be easily fixed by a mechanic by a mechanic, directly at the garage. Indeed, most breakdowns often involve a simple transmission oil change or the replacement of a worn part, such as a pinion.
Complete gearbox replacement
In cases of more advanced deterioration, the mechanic will have no choice but to advise you to replace the entire gearboxIf the problem is more advanced, the mechanic will have no choice but to advise you to change the gearbox completely, as there is neither the time nor the means to deal with the problem directly.
New boxes are expensive and generally come with long delivery long delivery times. Second-hand boxes, on the other hand, offer no guarantee on their quality until you've installed them.
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