Subaru Outback (BR): General Description of Front Suspension

A: SPECIFICATION

*1: OUTBACK model
2+-3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) Toe angle (sum of both wheels): 0º10′+-0º15′
*2: Except for OUTBACK model
0+-3 mm (0+-0.12 in) Toe angle (sum of both wheels): 0º+-0º15′

NOTE:

• Front and rear toe-in and front camber can be adjusted. Adjust if the toe-in or camber tolerance exceeds specifications.
• Other items indicated in the specifications is not equipped with adjustment mechanisms. If other items exceed specifications, check the suspension parts and connections for deformation. If defective, replace with new parts.

A - B = Positive: Toe-in, Negative: Toe-out
α = Individual toe angles

B: COMPONENT

1. Front mounting bracket (H6 model)
2. Bracket
3. Front mounting bracket (H4 model)
4. Cradle
5. Main mounting bracket
6. Main cushion rubber
7. Stopper (OUTBACK model only)
8. Stud bolt
9. Stiffener
10. Bolt
11. Self-locking nut

Tightening torque: N*m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
T1: 45 (4.59, 33.2)
T2: 60 (6.12, 44.3)
T3: 65 (6.63, 47.9)
T4: 75 (7.65, 55.3)

1. Stabilizer (H6 model)
2. Stabilizer (H4 model)
3. Stabilizer bracket
4. Stabilizer bushing
5. Self-locking nut
6. Stabilizer link
7. Cradle
8. Bolt
9. Front bushing
10. Rear bushing
11. Front arm
12. Ball joint
13. Castle nut
14. Cotter pin
15. Flange nut
16. Adjusting washer
17. Front strut ASSY
18. Adjusting bolt
19. Front axle housing

Tightening torque: N*m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
T1: 25 (2.55, 18.4)
T2: 39 (3.98, 28.8)
T3: 50 (5.10, 36.9)
T4: 60 (6.12, 44.3)
T5: 95 (9.69, 70.1)
T6: 140 (14.28, 103.3)
T7: 155 (15.81, 114.3)

1. Dust seal
2. Self-locking nut
3. Strut mount
4. Spacer
5. Upper spring seat
6. Rubber seat (OUTBACK model only)
7. Dust cover
8. Helper (except for Bilstein strut)
9. Coil spring
10. Strut

Tightening torque: N*m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
T1: 20 (2.04, 14.8)
T2: 55 (5.61, 40.6)

C: CAUTION

• Wear appropriate work clothing, including a helmet, protective goggles and protective shoes when performing any work.
• Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly and replacement.
• Use SUBARU genuine grease etc. or equivalent. Do not mix grease etc. of different grades or manufacturers.
• Before securing a part on a vise, place cushioning material such as wood blocks, aluminum plate, or cloth between the part and the vise.
• Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
• Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified points.

D: PREPARATION TOOL

1. SPECIAL TOOL

2. GENERAL TOOL

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