Target Audience:
Families and buyers seeking an AWD mid-size SUV with car-like handling
Segment:
Mid-size crossover SUV
Key Selling Point:
Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and boxer engine
Advantage:
Standard AWD across the range, unusual among mid-size crossovers of the era
Distinctive Design:
Aviation-inspired three-section grille and interior design theme
Seating Flexibility:
Optional third-row seating for up to seven passengers
Engine:
3.6L horizontally opposed 6-cylinder boxer engine
Drivetrain:
Symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive
Chassis:
Based on the Subaru Legacy/Outback platform, enlarged
Manual Type:
Factory electronic service manual (ESM), complete workshop edition
Coverage Areas:
Every system: engine, transmission, chassis, body, electrical, diagnostics
Content:
Step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, diagrams, wiring schematics, specifications
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download on completion of payment
Shipping:
None - no shipping cost, no CD or paper manual
Printing:
All pages printable
Engine:
EZ36 3.6L H6 mechanical, cooling, lubrication, intake and exhaust
Fuel & Emissions:
Fuel injection system, fuel tank and lines, emission control systems
Transmission:
5EAT 5-speed automatic transmission and AWD transfer components
Driveline:
Front and rear differentials, propeller shafts, couplings
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, wheel alignment specifications
Brakes:
Hydraulic brakes, ABS, brake booster, parking brake
Steering:
Hydraulic power steering gear, pump and linkage
HVAC:
Heater, ventilation and automatic air conditioning system
Body:
Panels, bumpers, doors, seats, glass, trim, wipers and washers
Electrical:
Full wiring diagrams, charging, starting, lighting, gauges and accessories
SRS:
Airbag system and seat belt pretensioners with service precautions
Security & Keys:
Immobilizer, keyless entry and remote control system
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts, DTC reading, on-board diagnostic procedures
Removal & Installation:
Complete removal, disassembly, reassembly and installation procedures
Adjustments:
Clearance, belt tension, alignment and idle adjustments
Repair & Overhaul:
Rebuild and refurbish procedures for engine and major assemblies
Maintenance:
Scheduled service, fluid changes, inspections and tune-up data
Wiring Repair:
Circuit operation, connector locations and schematic-based fault finding
Technical Depth & Parts Info
Technical Depth:
Factory-level detail suitable for professional technicians and DIY owners
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams and photos throughout
Specifications:
Torque specs, tolerances, clearances and fluid capacities at each step
Special Tools:
Required special tools listed with applicable procedures
Parts Information:
Part numbers, torque values and wear limits where applicable
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:
Subaru EZ36 3.6L naturally aspirated flat-6 (boxer), petrol
Configuration:
Horizontally opposed 6-cylinder, DOHC, 24 valves
Displacement:
Approximately 3.6 liters (3,630 cc)
Fuel System:
Multi-port sequential electronic fuel injection
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded recommended for optimal performance
Horsepower:
Approximately 256 hp (upgraded from the earlier 3.0L EZ30)
Torque:
Approximately 247 lb-ft
Cooling:
Liquid-cooled with radiator and electric cooling fans
Standard Transmission:
5-speed automatic (Subaru 5EAT)
Optional Transmission:
N/A - single automatic transmission offered for this model
Drivetrain:
Full-time Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with electronic transfer clutch
Features:
Sportshift manual shift mode, adaptive electronic control
Differentials:
Front and rear open differentials with viscous-type LSD hardware
Wheelbase:
Approximately 108.2 in (2,750 mm)
Length:
Approximately 193.3 in (4,910 mm)
Width:
Approximately 74.4 in (1,890 mm)
Height:
Approximately 66.9 in (1,700 mm)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,240-4,420 lb (1,920-2,000 kg) depending on trim and seating
Ground Clearance:
Approximately 8.4 in (213 mm)
Crash Test Information:
NHTSA and IIHS tested the Tribeca; consult the manual's SRS sections for restraint system service
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution
Traction & Stability:
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with traction control
Brake Assist:
Emergency brake assist
Airbags:
Dual front, side-impact and side-curtain airbags plus driver knee airbag
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts with pretensioners and force limiters
Structure:
Reinforced body structure with crumple zones and ring-shaped reinforcement frames
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD audio, available 6-disc in-dash changer, premium audio on Limited trim
Display:
Center information display with trip and vehicle information
Connectivity:
Auxiliary input on equipped models
Rear Vision:
Rear parking sensors / rearview camera depending on trim
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control
Climate:
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Oil & Filter:
Engine oil and filter change approximately every 6 months / 7,500 miles under normal conditions
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles
Air Filter:
Engine air filter replacement approximately every 30,000 miles
Spark Plugs:
Replace approximately every 60,000 miles
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30, API SL or higher; capacity approximately 7.0-7.5 qt with filter
Coolant:
Subaru genuine long-life coolant
ATF:
Subaru ATF-HP automatic transmission fluid
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Known Issues & Wear Items
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads, wiper blades, battery, front suspension bushings
Watch Items:
Oil cooler and hose condition on the H6; power steering system inspections
AWD Note:
Match tire tread depths across all four wheels to protect AWD components
Manufacturer:
Subaru Corporation (Fuji Heavy Industries), Japan
Heritage:
Known for boxer engines and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive since the 1970s
Debut:
Tribeca introduced for the 2006 model year as Subaru's first mid-size crossover SUV
Naming:
Named after the Tribeca neighborhood of Manhattan, New York
2008-2009 Change:
Larger 3.6L EZ36 H6 replaced the original 3.0L engine, improving performance
Name Change:
Dropped the B9 prefix from the 2010 model year onward
Assembly Plant:
Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA), Lafayette, Indiana, USA