Month: October 2020

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The lug nut torque for a Subaru Outback varies from 58 lbf-ft to 89 lbf-ft. Here are some details based on the model generation and year.

For the third generation (BL/BP) (2005 model onwards), the recommended tightening torque for the outback is (74 to 89 lbf-ft) or (100 N-m to 120 N·m). For the 2003 and 2004 models it is (58 to 72 lbf-ft) or (78 to 98 N·m).

For the fourth generation Outback (BR/BM), the recommended tightening torque is 89 lbf-ft (120 N·m)

For the fifth generation Outback (BS), the recommended tightening torque is also 89 lbf-ft (120 N·m)

For the sixth generation Outback (BT), the recommended tightening torque is the same as the previous generation 89 lbf-ft (120 N·m)

What type and size lug nuts does the Subaru Outback use?

The lug nut size for all Outback models is M12 x 1.25 (12mm diameter and 1.25mm pitch). If you are looking for aftermarket lug nuts, people recommend the Gorilla Automotive locking lug nuts for the Outback or even the ones by Mcgard.

What socket should you use?

The recommended socket size for an Outback is 19mm

What is the bolt pattern?

The bolt pattern for Subaru Outback is 5×100, (5 lug studs and a diameter of 100mm) for the 3rd gen and 4th gen (2003 – 2014) and 5 x 114.3 (5 lug studs and a diameter of 114.3mm) for the 5th and 6th gen