Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the oil level in AT models
AT models

1) Yellow handle
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again.

1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the upper level.
CAUTION
Exercise caution to prevent any spillage of front differential gear oil during the refilling process. Contact between the oil and the exhaust pipe can result in unpleasant odors, smoke, and potential fire hazards. If oil comes into contact with the exhaust pipe, ensure to wipe it off immediately.
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There is no oil level gauge. To check the front differential gear oil level,
we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
There is no oil level gauge. To check the rear differential gear oil level, we
recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
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A: REMOVAL
1) Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle.
<Ref. to 5AT-37, REMOVAL, Automatic
Transmission Assembly.>
2) Remove the rear vehicle speed sensor, and separate
the extension case from transmission case.
<Ref. to 5AT-65, REMOVAL, Extension Case.>
3) Extract the rear
1) Key number plate
2) Security ID plate
The security ID is stamped on the security ID plate attached to the key set.
Write down the security ID and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle.
This number is needed to make a replacement key if you lose your key or lock it
inside the
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