2000-2004 Subaru Outback Timing Belt Torque Specs

2.5L H4

Applies to 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Subaru Outback

Labor Time:4 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Camshaft Position Sensor	10	7	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Crankshaft Position Sensor	10	7	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Idler Bolt	41	30	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tensioner Bolt	47	35	—
⚠️ Timing Belt Idler Pulley	40	30	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Timing Belt Tensioner	35	26	Compress and lock before removal \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	14	10	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 6mm	10	7	Tighten in sequence \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

The primary torque specification for timing belt on a 2000-2004 Subaru Outback is 10 Nm (7 lb-ft). Note: ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

There are 14 torque specifications for timing belt on the 2000-2004 Subaru Outback 2.5L H4, covering all related fasteners and components.