The 2012 Subaru Outback uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 4.4 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of Your car's engine cool and lubricated and it also keeps the moving parts from grinding against each other thereby reducing wear and damage. The cost of an oil change for Your Outback is between $140 and $150 for labor and parts. You should get an oil change every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Signs that it's time for an oil change include a ticking sound coming from the engine, transmission shifting issues, shaking while idling, exhauSTSmoke, poor fuel economy, and of course if You see the Check Engine or Oil Change lights come on.
Melanie S.
August 29, 2019
The engine oil capacity of the 2012 Subaru Outback is different based on the trim levels. The 2.5i trim levels take about 4.4 quarts of engine oil. The 3.6R trim levels take about 6.9 quarts of engine oil.
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