2022 Subaru Outback maintenance schedule
Every service on the 2022 Outback, with its interval and an estimated cost.
The 2022 Subaru Outback oil change interval is every 6,000 mi or 6 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $40–$75). Severe driving (repeated short-distance driving, extremely cold weather, repeated trailer towing): every 3,000 mi or 3 months. Subaru specifies 0W-20 synthetic oil; conventional oil may be used if synthetic is unavailable.
- Brake Fluid
- 30,000mi
- ≈ 48,000km
- 30 mo
- Brake Inspection
- 12,000mi
- ≈ 19,500km
- 12 mo
- Tire Rotation
- 6,000mi
- ≈ 9,500km
- 6 mo
- Engine Air Filter
- 30,000mi
- ≈ 48,000km
- 30 mo
Service intervals
From the 2022 Subaru Outback schedule.
| Service | Every | Est. Cost | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil & FilterSafety itemSevere driving (repeated short-distance driving, extremely cold weather, repeated trailer towing): every 3,000 mi or 3 months. Subaru specifies 0W-20 synthetic oil; conventional oil may be used if synthetic is unavailable.Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 6,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 9,500 km / 6 mo | $40–$75 | |
| Tire RotationRotate and inspect the tires. Replace a tire when the tread wear indicator shows as a solid band across the tread (0.063 in / 1.6 mm remaining).Guide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 6,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 9,500 km / 6 mo | $30–$60 | |
| Engine Air FilterExtremely dusty conditions: inspect the element more often and replace it more frequently.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | $30–$80 | |
| Cabin Air FilterSubaru lists it as 'HVAC system A/C filter'. Extremely dusty conditions: replace more frequently.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 12,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 19,500 km / 12 mo | $25–$60 | |
| Spark PlugsSame interval for the 2.5L and the 2.4L turbo engines. Replace at 60,000 mi / 60 months and again at 120,000 mi / 120 months.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 60,000 mi / 60 mo≈ 97,000 km / 60 mo | $100–$200 | |
| Brake FluidSafety itemHigh-humidity or mountainous areas: every 15,000 mi or 15 months. DOT 3 or DOT 4 (FMVSS No. 116).Guide How to Bleed Brakes (and Change Brake Fluid) | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | $100–$200 | |
| Engine CoolantFirst replacement after 11 years or 137,500 mi; after that every 6 years or 75,000 mi. Use Subaru Super Coolant and add Genuine Subaru Cooling System Conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced.Guide How to Flush Your Coolant System | 137,500 mi / 132 mo≈ 221,000 km / 132 mo | $120–$250 | |
| CVT Fluid (inspect)Inspect only on the normal schedule: first inspection at 36,000 mi or 36 months, then every 30,000 mi or 30 months (66,000, 96,000, 126,000 mi). Repeated trailer towing: replace the CVT fluid every 24,855 mi (40,000 km).Guide How to Change Transmission Fluid | 36,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 58,000 km / 36 mo | — | |
| Front Differential Fluid (inspect)Inspect only on the normal schedule. Repeated trailer towing: replace every 15,000 mi or 15 months.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | — | |
| Rear Differential Fluid (inspect)Inspect only on the normal schedule. Repeated trailer towing: replace every 15,000 mi or 15 months.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | — | |
| Drive Belt InspectionInspect only: correct or replace if necessary. The engine has an automatic belt tension adjuster, so belt deflection is not checked.Guide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | — | |
| Brake InspectionSafety itemDisc brake pads and discs, axle boots and joints, brake lines, and the operation of the parking and service brakes. Rough or muddy roads, extremely cold weather, roads treated with salt or other corrosive materials, or repeated trailer towing: inspect every 6,000 mi or 6 months.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 12,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 19,500 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Steering & Suspension InspectionExtremely cold weather or repeated trailer towing: inspect every 6,000 mi or 6 months.Guide Suspension and Steering Inspection Guide | 12,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 19,500 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Fuel FilterExtremely cold or hot weather: replace more often. Subaru states this replacement is not required to maintain emission warranty eligibility. The fuel system is under pressure: have a Subaru dealer replace the filter. | 72,000 mi / 72 mo≈ 116,000 km / 72 mo | — |
≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.
Est. costs are US-typical, in USD.
Common questions about the 2022 Subaru Outback
How often does a 2022 Subaru Outback need an oil change?
The 2022 Subaru Outback oil change interval is every 6,000 mi or 6 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $40–$75). Severe driving (repeated short-distance driving, extremely cold weather, repeated trailer towing): every 3,000 mi or 3 months. Subaru specifies 0W-20 synthetic oil; conventional oil may be used if synthetic is unavailable.
What maintenance does a 2022 Subaru Outback need?
The services not to skip on a 2022 Subaru Outback: engine oil & filter every 6,000 mi / 6 mo; brake fluid every 30,000 mi / 30 mo; brake inspection every 12,000 mi / 12 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.