2010-2012 Subaru Outback Valve Adjustment Torque Specs

3.6L H6

Applies to 2010, 2011, and 2012 Subaru Outback

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (10 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening

The primary torque specification for valve adjustment on a 2010-2012 Subaru Outback is 19 Nm (14 lb-ft).

There are 10 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 2010-2012 Subaru Outback 3.6L H6, covering all related fasteners and components.