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2004 Subaru Outback Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2004 Subaru Outback oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2004 Subaru Outback, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2004 Subaru Outback oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.5L 4-cylinder EJ253 H4.2 quarts (with filter)30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Subaru 15208AA100
Subaru 15208AA031
Subaru 38325AA032
2.5L 4-cylinder EJ259 64.2 quarts (with filter)30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Subaru 15208AA100
Subaru 15208AA031
Subaru 38325AA032
3.0L 6-cylinder EZ30D C5.6 quarts (with filter)30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Subaru 15208AA031
Subaru 38325AA032

Select Your 2004 Subaru Outback Engine Option

2.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code EJ253 H

Engine:

2.5L 4-cylinder EJ253 H [aka 2.5L H4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Limited

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208AA020, 15208AA021, 15208AA022, 15208AA023, 15208AA024, 15208AA060, 15208AA080, 15208AA09A, 15208AA12A, SOA6351520812, 15208AA030, SOA5165109 and 38325AA030, 38325AA031, 38325KA000

2004 Subaru Outback 2.5L 4-cylinder EJ253 H oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C) - This applies to warm climates or heavy-duty use where temperatures are consistently above 35°C (95°F).
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

57712-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42728-EA

Coolant Capacity:

6.7 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).
6.8 quarts - For models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code EJ259 6

Engine:

2.5L 4-cylinder EJ259 6 [aka 2.5L H4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Limited

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208AA020, 15208AA021, 15208AA022, 15208AA023, 15208AA024, 15208AA060, 15208AA080, 15208AA09A, 15208AA12A, SOA6351520812, 15208AA030, SOA5165109 and 38325AA030, 38325AA031, 38325KA000

2004 Subaru Outback 2.5L 4-cylinder EJ259 6 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C) - This applies to warm climates or heavy-duty use where temperatures are consistently above 35°C (95°F).
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

57712-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46116-EA

Coolant Capacity:

7.2 quarts - For models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).
7.1 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code EZ30D C

Engine:

3.0L 6-cylinder EZ30D C [aka 3.0L H6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, H6, H6 35th Anniversary Edition, H6 VDC, L.L. Bean, Limited

Oil Capacity:

5.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208AA030, SOA5165109 and 38325AA030, 38325AA031, 38325KA000

2004 Subaru Outback 3.0L 6-cylinder EZ30D C oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

5.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C) - This applies to warm climates or heavy-duty use where temperatures are consistently above 35°C (95°F).
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51334-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46116-EA

Coolant Capacity:

8.9 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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