Genuine subaru parts are constructed to subaru s stringent standards and are designed for a predictablyperfect fit. Automatics work fine for towing but dont over heat them. View online or download subaru 2011 outback owners manual. The 2012 subaru outback wagon is the perfect antisuv and one of the bestselling wagons in america. Outback 2012 interior photo page subaru research site. The 2012 subaru outback has 2 problems reported for transmission stopped working. The issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty. From what i have read the cvt s dont handle towing well.
Do not hesitate, after your payment, you will immediately get the manual. The addition comes as part of an outback facelift with external changes kept to a minimum, but a raft of mechanical improvements to enable the cvtdiesel link. Get reliability information for the 2012 subaru outback from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. If its an extend downgrade, i tend to put it in m mode. We have 2 subaru outback 2017 manuals available for free. Subaru uses a 6speed lineartronic cvt with 6speed manual mode and paddle shifters on the 2016 outback, crosstrek, impreza and legacy. In 6 speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip. This is the first time a subaru cvt transmission has been hooked. Critics praised its design and subarus own engineers claimed it would require no maintenance for the life of the vehicle.
The 2012 outback is available with a fourcylinder or a sixcylinder engine. The 170horsepower engine has to work a bit, but once up to speed the cvt finds and holds the engines peak torque, providing a good balance of response and efficiency. So how and why would i use paddle shifters on a subaru. To select this mode, move the select lever from the d position to the manual gate. Search over 37,900 listings to find the best local deals. Subaru outback automatic transmission 2012, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Those going for the petrol four had the choice of the sixspeed manual or a cvt and those opting for the 3. Subaru 2012 outback quick reference manual pdf download. Rear window defogger button while in defrost mode, the air inlet press the rear window defogger button selection and ac will operate to turn on the defogger. This tells me its not a characteristic of a cvt or of all subaru cvt s. Automotive journalists noted that the sixcylinder outback provides extra passing and merging power, but they wrote that the fourcylinder model has enough power for most situations. This tells me its not a characteristic of a cvt or of all subaru cvts. Same engine in both and the outback is much heavier, yet the cvt wins the mpg race over the impreza with a 4 speed automatic.
Continuously variable transmission with 6speed manual mode and paddle shifters. The outback can simulate a manual transmission with six programmed speeds that hold the cvt pulleys in fixed positions. Subaru impreza subaru impreza owners manual starting and operating automatic transmission sport mode sport mode is used when power is needed for rapid acceleration or for uphill driving. Yesterday i was driving at 40mph, no acceleration or deceleration, going straight. Maintain likenew performance with a comprehensive line of genuine 2012 subaru outback 2. To see how frequently 2012 subaru outback problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. I test drove the cvt crosstrek and i have to say i was greatly impress by how well it responded and how much. Manual mode is controlled by placing the console shifter into the manual gate and using the. It will wind rpms up pretty high, before it will shift when in manual mode. Im a lifelong manual tranny driver and i managed to stall the ob twice during the test drive. Production of the fifth generation started on 29 may 2009. How subaru scores in top 5 automakers for reliability torque news. Question about using manual mode with the cvt subaru.
Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20 legacy, 20 impreza, 20 crosstrek and the soon to be debuted 2014 forester. Subaru outback questions towing manual or automatic. Subaru design subaru of america official subaru site. We just traded our 2008 outback for a 2014 outback, and i have to say i do like the cvt, much. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. I own a 21010 subaru outback with the cvt transmission. I let my friend borrow my car 2014 subaru impreza to run some errands. Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20 legacy, 20 impreza, 20 crosstrek and. If you tow all the time consider adding a transmission cooler but keep in mind the towing capacity of a subaru is minimal and you may want to get a pickup instead. View online or download subaru outback 2017 owners manual.
I love driving and for me, the pleasure of been on the road is huge. Limited shown with wood trim on the door hard to see in this photo 2012 outback, gray leather interior, limited model with wood trim. The defogger automatically although the ac will automatically shut off. The worst complaints are jerking, shuddering, transmission stopped. Manual mode the subaru lineartronic cvt features a manual mode system that simulates a sixspeed manual transmission.
Find your 2012 subaru outback repair manual right now at chilton. The control modules for the engine and transmission keep the. If youre towing, or you just want the thrill of changing gears, subaru gives you paddle shifters mounted right behind the steering. I come from a 2010 subaru wrx so i most of the time drive manual transmission. Manual mode is controlled by placing the console shifter into the manual gate and using the up and down paddle buttons on the steering wheel. All of chiltons online content for the 2012 subaru outback is updated monthly, so youll have the most recent information on hand for any doityourself project. Does the cvt transmissions automatically shift in manual mode.
I have a cvt in my 2012 outback and it gets better gas mileage than the 2010 impreza it replaced. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2012 subaru outback 4dr wgn h4 auto 2. Get access to our 2012 subaru outback repair information right now, online. Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20. The subaru lineartronic cvt features a manual mode system that simulates a sixspeed manual transmission.
Nov 29, 2017 the issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty. The 2019 subaru crosstrek has a great feature but most drivers. If you dont do anything, the transmission will not shift into manual mode for you. Subarus lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. Subaru s lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. Truedelta 2012 subaru outback transmission problems. Learn more with brendan in this video on a 2018 subaru crosstrek check us out. In 6speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip control, giving you the power. The first time is a little vague but i was making a slight left hand turn when my outback turned into manual mode and went into first gear.
This car is shown in 1st gear, its either a manual trans or cvt or 5 speed automatic in manual mode. When in this virtual manual mode, the driver can use paddle levers on the steering wheel to select one of six programmed speeds. You can use manual mode by moving the lever to m and using the paddle shifters, or temporarily by using the paddle shifters while youre driving in automatic mode select lever at the d position. These six speeds are ratios intended for various driving conditions.
In my old 07 outback, it had a sport mode that would hold the gear longer, great for climbing hills, especially in the anemic normally aspirated 2. Complete auto transmissions for subaru outback ebay. The fifthgeneration subaru legacy was originally unveiled as a concept car at the 2009 north american international auto show in detroit to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the model, and the production version was introduced at the 2009 new york international auto show. From what i have read the cvts dont handle towing well.
Its efficiencies result in the excellent fuel economy ratings of the nonturbocharged 2010 subaru legacy and outback models equipped with cvt. It is however the moat annoying thing i found with this car. This product is made of highquality components to meet. My husband i purchased a 2012 subaru outback may 2012, we notice a hesitation when we first drove it and couple weeks later it started stalling out, now it stalls about every other day, we have noticed that ours is after a 15 to 20 minute stop and go traffic and then when your able to drive at normal speeds without stopping, and then stop it stalls out, we have rough idle and transmission acts. If fuel economy takes precedent over quick acceleration, the 2012 subaru outbacks 2. She put it in manual mode without noticing and drove around town with it. In automatic mode, the lineartronic cvt adjusts instantly to match your acceleration, eliminating the need to shift and preserving the vehicles momentum often lost with conventional automatic transmissions. Replace your worn out, rusted, or damaged transmission mount with this one to restore stability of the transmission ensuring smooth and quiet driving. When in d drive and i downshift using the paddles, for example from 6 to 4,the transmission stays in that gear even when you accelerate or decelerate, for 30 35 seconds, this can be a problem when trying to merge into traffic since the transmision should downshift to 3 or 2 when you step on it. Subaru has spiced up its outback range and increased the number of potential buyers by linking a sporty new cvt transmission to its awd turbocharged diesel models. In 6speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip control, giving you the power to select the gear ratio that best suits your driving situation. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Its the new subaru crosstreks best feature but you arent using.
Its as agile and efficient as most midsize sedans, but offers much of the offroad and. However the wife does not like them, and cant really drive one safely and without tearing up the car, so if we share the car it needs to be an auto. A roomy interior and ample cargo capacity make this subaru outback a good alternative to larger, thirstier suvs. Critics praised its design and subaru s own engineers claimed it would require no maintenance for the life of the vehicle. Subaru lineartronic cvt introduction webinar handout. The subaru cvt includes a manual shift mode that mimics the shift points of a manual transmission without the need for. Theyre the closest you can get to a driveoffthelot newness.
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