How do I find the model of my Subaru?
The model code or vehicle descriptor section (VDS) of a Subaru is located within the 17 digit serial number (VIN) of your vehicle. The 5 numbers representing the options and precise model of the motor or the transmission are found in position number 4 to 8 of the VIN.
What does AT Oil Temp mean on a Subaru?
If you see the “AT OIL TEMP” light come on in the dash, that’s telling you your automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot. Hanson Subaru recommends pulling over and parking the vehicle in a safe place immediately. Allow the engine to idle while the transmission cools down and let this light turn itself off.
What is the trouble code on a Subaru Outback?
P0420 is a very common trouble code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your Subaru Outback into a OBDII scanner. It doesn’t matter which model you have, this OBDII code has the same meaning for all of them (1996+) P0420 is a OBDII trouble code.
What causes a service engine light on a Subaru Outback?
Service Engine Light – Often, this is the only symptom of the Subaru Outback P0420 code. There are many things that can cause the P0420 trouble code in your Outback. Here are the most common ones. Oxygen Sensor – The P0420 codes is thrown when the oxygen sensors on both sides of the exhaust have very similar readings.
What kind of engine does a Subaru Outback have?
The Outback is available in 2.5i Standard, 2.5i Premium and 2.5i Limited trims with a 175-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, and in 3.6R Limited trim with a 256-hp, 3.6-liter six-cylinder. All versions now use a continuously variable automatic transmission.
What makes a Subaru Outback run out of gas?
Typically, they’ll idle ok and drive normal under a light load. Whenever the engine is put under a heavy load it’ll feel like it is running out of gas. It’s very similar to the symptoms of a bad fuel filter. Service Engine Light – Often, this is the only symptom of the Subaru Outback P0420 code.