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Subaru Outback Transmission

Subaru Outback transmission services offered by Mike Shaw Subaru:

  • Transmission Restoration
  • Transmission Repair
  • Transmission Flush
  • Transmission Fluid Change
  • Transmission Filter Replacement
  • A Full Subaru OutbackTransmission Service includes a flush, gasket, fluid change, filter replacement, hose and pan inspection and a free multi-point inspection on all other components.

At Mike Shaw Subaru, our technicians specialize in Subaru Outback transmission repair and are OEM certified. Check out our service company reviews online to see why thousands of Subaru Outback owners choose us for fast, affordable, and dependable auto repair.

Subaru Outback Transmission Filter

Changing your Subaru Outback transmission filter isn't as agreeable as disparate filters in your vehicle. There are multiple components to your transmission filter including the filter itself, which is typically a metal plate with a fiber material that catches pollutants. Your Subaru Outback will also contain a gasket, pickup tube, and rubber seal which may all need to be replaced along with the filter. Your Subaru Outback transmission filter will need to be replaced each 30,000 or 50,000 miles. Be confident to check your vehicle's maintenance guide for more information on mileage and time intervals. You can also give Mike Shaw Subaru a call for expert advice. If you'd like us to handle your transmission service, we often promote transmission service coupons ranging from filter discounts to fluid specials on a monthly basis. Click here for more service specials and parts specials.

Subaru Outback Transmission Flush

A transmission flush is usually twice the price of a fluid change due to the reward of time the service takes and the fact that the flush not only replaces the fluid in the pan but also removes fluid from the cooler lines and other parts of your transmission. A Subaru Outback transmission flush also uses about 10 quarts of fluid to fully clean and flush out the system.

How do you know if you need a Transmission Fluid Change or Transmission Flush?

A transmission flush is only paramount if your system contains dirt or debris. If the fluid is extremely dark or contains added sediments, we would recommend a complete system flush instead of just exchanging the fluid. If you'd like one of our effective Subaru Outback technicians to examine your transmission fluid, book your transmission service online or give Mike Shaw Subaru a call at 7207249280.

Subaru Outback Transmission Fluid

A transmission fluid change is commonly half the price of a transmission flush as it requires various less fluid and time to perform. Subaru Outback transmission fluid changes are extraordinarily decisive to keep your vehicle's transmission agreeable and lubricated. If you don't routinely change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your Subaru Outback transmission will slip. Check your car's owner's manual for more information on the different mileage intervals in which your transmission needs the fluid changed. At Mike Shaw Subaru, we offer a variety of transmission fluid specials. You can also schedule transmission service online and save even more. if you need help researching fluid levels, pricing, or finding a service center, give us a call at 7207249280 and one of our service mentors will gladly help.

Subaru Outback Transmission Cost

The price of a new Subaru Outback transmission could be over $3,500 depending on the car, however, transmission services such as fluid changes and a transmission fluid flush are considerably fewer expensive, in some cases costing fewer than $150. These services are innate to prolonging the life of your Subaru Outback transmission. At Mike Shaw Subaru, we offer a variety of transmission repair specials and transmission components discounts. Call 7207249280 or schedule an appointment online to read more!

Subaru Outback Transmission Problems

Common warning signs that your transmission is having issues are:

  • If you notice an assorted noise or grinding sound when you shift gears or if you feel your gears catching when you change them then your transmission feasible needs more lubricant or something more draconian could be at fault.
  • Strange smells are a sign your transmission fluid is burning inside your components.
  • An clear sign would be if your Subaru Outback transmission warning light is on.
  • Transmission fluid leaks are the most coherent sign you need a transmission fluid change or potentially even a complete flush service. It's uncommon, but leaks could also indicate there's an issue with your transmission hose.
  • One of the most coherent signs is when your transmission shifts gears but the result of those shifts are delayed.

If you experience or think you may be experiencing any of these issues, give Mike Shaw Subaru a call straightaway and we'll walk you through the step by step process of checking your fluid levels or you can bring your Subaru Outback into our factory-trained technicians and we can inspect any issues your vehicle may have for free as part of our multi-point inspection process. Schedule your transmission service online today!

Subaru Outback Automatic vs Manual Transmission

Automatic and manual transmission will frequently require pronounced fluids. Automatic transmission fluids are frequently thinner and are frequently red or green in color. Manual transmission fluid or gear oil is thicker due to additives and back-up compounds imperative to lubricate the gearbox and back-up components. Manual transmissions have a higher friction environment due to the way gears are replenished, thus the lubricant is pronounced.

Not only are the fluids different between manual and automatic transmissions but the level of heat the fluids experience is very different. Automatic transmissions generate a lot more heat and thus the fluid in your transmission must be changed more commonly. If you don't change your Subaru Outback transmission fluid, your transmission will have broken metal shavings and other corrosive material spread throughout the mandatory components of your Subaru Outback. You should commonly check the fluid levels between your fluid and transmission flush service intervals. In many cases, manual transmissions don't come equipped with a dipstick to check your fluid levels, so it can be extraordinarily hard to do. Call or visit Mike Shaw Subaru for more information if your transmission doesn't contain a dipstick.

Subaru Outback Transmission Replacement

Car transmissions are extremely complex. Deciding on whether to rebuild or replace a bad transmission can be exceedingly difficult. Constantly, the deciding factor is determining which components are bad or failing. During a rebuild, Mike Shaw Subaru will completely disassemble your Subaru Outback transmission and clean and diagnose every single part. This requires colossal knowledge of not on the components of the transmission, but the cost of repair versus replacement. It also requires knowing which components are compatible. Our certified Subaru master technicians specialize in transmissions and can complete this process quickly and effectively.

Subaru Outback transmission replacement is a much simpler option, however, it can be more expensive in the abridged term. Price shouldn't be your only concern when glancing for a transmission replacement, especially in a Subaru Outback. Having the newest and most compatible parts assembled by a factory professional master technician can save you a big payment of money in the long run. The option that's best for you is entirely your decision. Call the service mentors at Mike Shaw Subaru and let us aid you. We commonly promote a variety of transmission replacement specials and transmission service specials to aid you save.