Outback F6-3.0L DOHC (2006)
Fluid Filter - A/T: Service and Repair
ATF Filter
REMOVAL
NOTE: ATF filter is maintenance free.
1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and remove the battery from vehicle.
2. Remove the harness securing bracket.
3. Using the ST, remove the ATF filter.
ST 498545400 OIL FILTER WRENCH
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a thin coat of ATF to the oil seal part of new ATF filter.
2. Install the ATF filter. Turn it by hand, being careful not to damage oil seal.
3. Tighten the ATF filter using ST.
Calculate the ATF filter tightening torque using following formula.
T2 = L2/(L1 + L2) x T1
T1: 14 Nm (1.4 kgf-cm, 10.1 ft. lbs.)
[Required torque setting]
T2: Tightening torque
L1: ST length 78 mm (3.07 inch)
L2: Torque wrench length
Example: