Target Audience:
DIY owners and professional technicians servicing the 2009 Legacy Outback
Vehicle Class:
Midsize all-wheel-drive crossover wagon
Key Advantage:
Standard symmetrical full-time all-wheel drive and raised ground clearance compared with conventional midsize wagons
Drivetrain:
Symmetrical AWD with boxer engine
Body Style:
Five-door wagon with roof rails
Capability:
Increased ride height for light off-road use
Coverage Areas:
Complete service, repair, maintenance, rebuild and refurbish procedures for the 2009 Legacy Outback
Manual Type:
Factory-level workshop service and repair manual
Page Count:
N/A - full factory manual, extensive page count not specified
Delivery Method:
Instant download after payment
Printing:
All pages printable for garage or workshop use
Engine:
Complete mechanical repair, timing, cylinder head and short block procedures
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel injection, throttle body, evaporative emissions and exhaust
Transmission and Driveline:
Manual and automatic transmission, AWD system, differentials, transfer clutch
Suspension and Steering:
Front and rear suspension, power steering, alignment specifications
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, discs, drums, ABS, parking brake
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning service
Electrical:
Starting, charging, lighting, gauges, body electrical
Body and Interior:
Panels, trim, glass, mirrors, seats, sunroof
SRS and Restraints:
Airbag system components and seatbelt service precautions
Wiring:
Complete wiring schematics and connector locations
Diagnostics:
Fault code reading, troubleshooting charts and symptom diagnosis
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step component removal and installation instructions
Disassembly and Reassembly:
Detailed teardown and rebuild procedures for major assemblies
Adjustments:
Belt tension, valve clearances, alignment and control adjustments
Maintenance:
Scheduled service, fluid changes, tune-up procedures
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations and diagrams throughout
Schematics:
Wiring schematics included
Specifications:
Torque specs, tolerances and adjustment values for all procedures
Instructions:
Step-by-step instructions written for workshop use
Torque Specifications:
Factory torque values provided for fasteners
Part Identification:
Component diagrams and exploded views for part location
Fluid Specifications:
Approved fluid types and capacities listed
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
2.5L SOHC 16-valve horizontally opposed 4-cylinder boxer (EJ253)
Optional Engine:
3.0L DOHC 24-valve horizontally opposed 6-cylinder boxer (EZ30D)
Configuration:
Flat-four / flat-six, naturally aspirated
2.5L Output:
Approximately 170 hp at 6,000 rpm, 170 lb-ft torque at 4,400 rpm
3.0L Output:
Approximately 245 hp at 6,600 rpm
Type:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded recommended for 3.0L; regular acceptable for 2.5L
Emissions:
OBD-II compliant with catalytic converter system
Standard Transmission:
5-speed manual (2.5i models)
Optional Transmission:
4-speed electronic automatic with manual shift mode
Drivetrain:
Full-time symmetrical all-wheel drive
Transfer System:
Multi-plate transfer clutch AWD on automatic models
Differential:
Viscous-type limited-slip rear differential available
Manual AWD:
Viscous coupling center differential on manual models
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2,745 mm (108.1 in)
Length:
Approximately 4,775 mm (188.0 in)
Ground Clearance:
Approximately 220 mm (8.7 in)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1,560-1,650 kg (3,440-3,640 lb) depending on drivetrain
Crash Test Information:
N/A - not specified in this manual; refer to official NCAP publications
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution
Traction and Stability:
Vehicle Dynamics Control with traction control
Brake Assist:
Emergency brake assist
Airbags:
Dual front, front side-impact and curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Front pretensioners and force limiters
Body Structure:
Ring-shaped reinforcement frame structure
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD audio with auxiliary input; premium harman/kardon system available on higher trims
Optional Equipment:
Power sunroof available on Outback models
Instrumentation:
Multi-information display with trip computer
Climate Control:
Available automatic dual-zone climate control
Advanced Assistance:
N/A - not specified for this model era; EyeSight introduced later
Oil and Filter:
Engine oil and filter change approximately every 7,500 miles / 12,000 km under normal conditions
Air Filter:
Engine air filter inspection at regular services, replace as needed
Spark Plugs:
Replace per scheduled interval; platinum plugs extended service
Coolant:
Subaru Super Coolant long-life service schedule
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 API SL/SM or higher
CVT/ATF:
Subaru-approved automatic transmission fluid per specification chart
Manual Gear Oil:
GL-5 gear oil per manual specification
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Differential Oil:
GL-5 hypoid gear oil per capacity chart
Head Gaskets:
EJ-series boxer engines known for external head gasket seepage at higher mileage
Oil Consumption:
Monitor oil level; consumption possible on high-mileage 2.5L engines
Suspension:
Strut mounts and bushings are common wear items
Wheel Bearings:
Front hub/bearing assemblies may require replacement with age
Manufacturer:
Subaru Corporation (Fuji Heavy Industries), Japan
Signature Layout:
Horizontally opposed boxer engines with symmetrical all-wheel drive
Origins:
Outback introduced in the mid-1990s as a raised Legacy wagon trim
2009 Model Year:
Fourth-generation Legacy platform with updated styling, VDC standard and refined interiors
Lineup:
Offered with 2.5i four-cylinder and 3.0R six-cylinder variants
Production Location:
Gunma, Japan