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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheels.
  • Disconnect brake hose from strut.
  • Remove caliper lockpin, then rotate caliper on guide pin, Figs. through .
  • Remove brake pads from support.
  • Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
    • Push piston into caliper body. When piston is difficult to insert, loosen the air bleeder, then push into place.
    • Refer to Figs. and for tightening values.
    • After completing installation, depress brake pedal several times to seat brake pads against rotor. If pedal stroke is excessive, bleed hydraulic system as outlined under, "Hydraulic Brake S... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Justy w/Carbureted Engine -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • On Impreza, SVX, 1990-94 Legacy models,fold down the rear seat back, then remove the floor mat and access hole lid.
  • On 1995-00 Legacy models, remove the rear seat cushion and seat back, then the floor mat and access hole lid.
  • On all models, disconnect the fuel pump relay electrical connector.
  • Start the engine and operate until it stalls.
  • After the engine has stalled, crank the engine for at least 5 seconds.
  • Place the ignition switch in Off position.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Connect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  • On...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material. Rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with adjacent metal parts during removal.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove center exhaust pipes bolts and nuts.
  • Remove rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
  • Remove heat shield cover.
  • Place reference mark on front driveline and rear differential flange. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage rear driveline shaft flange yoke or companion flange
  • Remove...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect solenoid wiring at starter.
  • Remo...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 1998-2004 Legacy, Outback & 2003-04 Baja
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 9,300 ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Driver Control Center Differential Indicator Lamps ->
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

The Driver Control Center Differential Indicator lamps show the current differential limiting factor of the center differential. The bottom indicator lamp will flash if a...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Remove battery from vehicle.
  • Remove engine splash shield/under cover.
  • Drain engine coolant into suitable container.
  • On models equipped with turbocharger, remove hoses attached to coolant filler tank, then filler tank and bracket.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,remove AFT cooler lines from radiator.
  • On all models, disc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Remove drive belt cover. Wipe off any oil or water on belt and pulley.
  • Loosen lockbolt on slider bolt.
  • Loosen slider bolt.
  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Automatic Transmission Electrical Components Diagram for 2001 Subaru Outback  3.0 H6 GASAutomatic Transmission Electrical Components Diagram for 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Shift Solenoid
  • Line Pressure Duty Solenoid
  • Transfer Duty Solenoid
  • Low Clutch Timing Solenoid
  • Lock-Up Duty Solenoid
  • Engine Electrical Components Diagram for 2001 Subaru Outback  2.5 H4 GASEngine Electrical Components Diagram for 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Level Sensor
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor
  • Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
  • Fuel Sub Level Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Subaru Outback  2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Interrupt Relay
  • Starter Interlock Relay
  • Clutch Switch
  • Starter Motor
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • 2001 Subaru Outback  3.0 H6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • PRNDL Indicator
  • Central Processing Unit
  • Illumination Control Circuit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION
    Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: REMANUFACTURED TRANSAXLES PROGRAM - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2001 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Subaru Outback cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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