---
title: "2010-2014 Subaru Outback Cabin & Engine Air Filters"
description: "Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/filters"
updated: "2026-08-21"
---

# 2010-2014 Subaru Outback Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

## Cabin air filter (Check your manual)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Location | Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 15,000-30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions) |

## Engine air filter (Check your manual)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10467, Wix 46496 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clip-on lid, no tools |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions) |

## Which Subaru Outback model years does this cover?

These air filters 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.

- [2010 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010)
- [2011 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2011)
- [2012 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2012)
- [2013 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2013)
- [2014 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2014)

## What changed during the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2010-2012 | Generation launch; pre-facelift styling, slightly taller ride height than later years |
| 2011 | Minor changes following the 2010 redesign: XM satellite radio becomes standard and the power liftgate feature expands to more trims |
| 2012 | Premium trim gains a new standard six-speaker stereo along with standard Bluetooth and USB connectivity |
| 2013-2014 | Minor facelift: revised front/rear fascias, updated infotainment options; mechanical specs carry over |

## 2010-2014 Subaru Outback air filters: common questions

### Where is the cabin air filter on a 2010-2014 Subaru Outback?

Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

### How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2010-2014 Subaru Outback?

Every 15,000-30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.

## Sources

- [Wikipedia, Subaru Outback generations (BR)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Outback)
- [AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Outback 2.5L FB25 oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/subaru/outback/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-fb25-5/)
- [Subaru Outback Forums, real oil capacity of EZ36 in 3.6R](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/real-oil-capacity-of-ez36d-engine-in-3-6r-ob.48513/)
- [Subaru Outback Forums, CVT in the 3.6 (5AT vs CVT by year)](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/cvt-in-the-3-6.513017/)
- [NHTSA, 2013V194000 steering column recall bulletin (WQI-45)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/MC-10234893-9999.pdf)
- [NHTSA, 18V626 electronic parking brake actuator recall (WTV-81)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCRIT-18V626-0981.pdf)
- [Class Law Group, Subaru oil consumption class action settlement summary](https://www.classlawgroup.com/subaru-oil-consumption-class-action-lawsuit)
- [Subaru Outback Forums, 2011 Premium tire size (225/60R17)](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/tire-size.83410/)
- [Conley Subaru, Outback lug nut torque by model year](https://www.conleysubaru.com/subaru-research/subaru-outback-lug-nut-torque/)
- [samarins.com, 2010-2014 Subaru Outback common problems](https://www.samarins.com/reviews/outback_10.html)

## Other Subaru Outback generations

- [2020-2025 Subaru Outback air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2020-2025/filters)
- [2015-2019 Subaru Outback air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2015-2019/filters)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/filters).

## More for the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/wipers)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.