Consumer Review Video - 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 2.5L 4 Cyl.
Common problems and easy repairs on a 2016 Outback
The 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium is a moderately easy vehicle to maintain and a good choice for the average vehicle owner. Changing the engine air filter is no problem, as you only have to disengage a few fasteners for access to the filter. These fasteners are easy to disengage. The headlight is easy to access, as you only have to reach behind the housing for access to the bulb. The engine coolant reservoir is easily visible in the engine bay. This will allow you to check and replenish the fluid level on a regular basis.
Some things are problematic on the 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium. You will have to remove the entire glove box housing for access to the cabin air filter. Other models will include an access panel in the rear of the glove box instead. To access the fog light on this vehicle you will have to remove a few rivets and a panel. Other models won’t require tools for this repair. You will need many tools to remove the tail light housing to access the tail lights. The tools necessary may not be readily available for a repair.
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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.
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