2010–2014 BR (4th generation)
2010–2014 Subaru Outback Brake Pad and Rotor Specifications
Brake pad references and rotor diameters for the 2010–2014 Subaru Outback, front and rear. Front rotors measure 294 mm. Includes electronic parking brake service notes where they apply.
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2010–2014 Subaru Outback brake specifications
Check your manual| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Front rotor diameter | 294 mm |
| Rear rotor diameter | 287 mm |
2.5i uses ~294mm vented front rotors and an 11.3-in (287mm) solid rear rotor; 3.6R/Limited trims use a larger front rotor (~316mm). Conventional cable parking brake, no service mode needed.
Which Subaru Outback model years does this cover?
These brakes specifications apply to every Subaru Outback built from 2010 through 2014 — the BR (4th generation), mid-size wagon/crossover. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2010–2014 Subaru Outback
- 2010–2012Generation launch; pre-facelift styling, slightly taller ride height than later years
- 2011Minor changes following the 2010 redesign: XM satellite radio becomes standard and the power liftgate feature expands to more trims
- 2012Premium trim gains a new standard six-speaker stereo along with standard Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- 2013–2014Minor facelift: revised front/rear fascias, updated infotainment options; mechanical specs carry over
2010–2014 Subaru Outback brakes: common questions
What size are the brake rotors on a 2010–2014 Subaru Outback?
- 294 mm front and 287 mm rear. Measure before ordering if the vehicle may have a towing or performance brake package.
Anything special about servicing the brakes on a 2010–2014 Subaru Outback?
- 2.5i uses ~294mm vented front rotors and an 11.3-in (287mm) solid rear rotor; 3.6R/Limited trims use a larger front rotor (~316mm). Conventional cable parking brake, no service mode needed..
Sources
- Wikipedia, Subaru Outback generations (BR)
- AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Outback 2.5L FB25 oil spec/capacity
- Subaru Outback Forums, real oil capacity of EZ36 in 3.6R
- Subaru Outback Forums, CVT in the 3.6 (5AT vs CVT by year)
- NHTSA, 2013V194000 steering column recall bulletin (WQI-45)
- NHTSA, 18V626 electronic parking brake actuator recall (WTV-81)
- Class Law Group, Subaru oil consumption class action settlement summary
- Subaru Outback Forums, 2011 Premium tire size (225/60R17)
- Conley Subaru, Outback lug nut torque by model year
- samarins.com, 2010–2014 Subaru Outback common problems
