2015 Subaru Outback replacing spark plug tube seals and rocker cover gasket
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
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After watching a few videos on this topic, I have to say this is by far the best! the still shots are much more helpful than a shaky video.
You get an "A" from this old tech teacher. The Subaru manual says to let the silicone cure for 6-8 hours before starting the engine.
This is how Subaru DIY videos should be made. Thank you for taking the time to do this. You earned a new subscriber!
Great video, thank you. As a few have mentioned, it’s important to install RTV on the “head” side of gasket, in those 4 locations, it’s required to seal up the corners where there is another joint. Subaru dealership tech said they use Toyota RTV because it dries fast and allows them to run motor right away, it’s expensive so I used Permatex “the right stuff” which dries quickly also and I’m sure is more than adequate
Great detailed video, thanks for posting. One thing though that needs to be cleared up. The rubber RTV needs to be applied between the rocker cover gasket and the cylinder head. it should not be put in the slot on the rocker cover where the gasket goes in. this is used to seal the transitions for the gasket to the cylinder head where it make sharper corners to assist the oil seal.
Im confused. So are you saying @10:29 which is straight from the subaru manual, they have you putting it in the slot. Are you saying it shouldent be put in the slot?
@@nappyjim correct. the sealer goes on the head where the rubber gasket meets it. you even show it in the video where it was on the head from the factory. if you look at the manual you will also see where they instruct you to remove the old material with a scraper. the picture you show from the manual where to apply the sealant is to be applied to the gasket once it is installed in the rocker cover. in most cases it is applied to the head and then the rocker cover with the gasket is put on it so it will fill any voids where the angles are.
@@treklawler6255 Thanks for the clarification, I was confused by the Factory Service Manual, what you're saying makes sense to me now. What a great place for Shadetree Mechanics like myself !!
@@treklawler6255 this is correct. I just did this job. I spoke to a tech at subaru and he stated the same. Rocker cover, gasket, rtv, and the installation. Plus picture in video shows the little tabs on the at the bottom.
Thank you for the great video! I just replaced the plugs/gaskets/plug seals on a ‘15 Forester with no issues.
Thank you for this wonderful information about changing the valve cover gaskets. I love how you included torque specs and sequences. You the man 👍👍👍
You’re awesome man, going straight for the bull’s eye, none of the unnecessary fluff. Thank you very much, now I have to do it. 🙏
Thank you
Thank you for the effort making a simple to follow video
Great video, thanks for taking the time to put together, will be helpful when I tackle the job on my '19. Hey, the engine bay looks good to me! Who has time to keep it spotless, I know a clean engine helps find issues, but in real life....
Wow Jim! - You nailed this video, making it crystal clear for any DIYer like me wanting to tackle this job without having done it before. I have a 2012 which may be a tad different (I'll research for sure), but you've over all nailed it. Thanks for taking the time to shoot pics and post with diagrams and all - Well done!!!
Nice video, straight to the point. Just changed my plugs after 145000….tube seals were slightly wet with oil…I’m next!
Great how to video. Clear photos, great explanation, and no distracting music. But I do agree with previous comment of where the silicone should be applied. It should be put on the head at the seems. That is why the gasket was stuck to the head when you removed the cover.
Great vid with outstanding detail. Thanks for putting this together for us.
I have been looking everywhere for a guide and you have helped me so much
Legend! thanks mate! Won’t be second guessing myself doing this repair after watching your video. 👍🏼
Nice job, very thorough and informative. Thank you for this.
Thanks for the video! One of the most comprehensive I've seen.
Thanks for posting the torque specs. After a few years of aircraft maintenance I've developed calibrated hands 😂.
Disclaimer: always use proper torque specs when working on aircraft.
This is a great damn video, even the torque specs! thank you much for taking the time, easy fix 👏🏽👏🏽💪🏽 💪🏽🏁🏁
I just did this job at 116,000 miles for my moms 2015 Outback. She never serviced it at 60k miles. It had 300, 302 misfire. Took me about 14 hours to do both valve cover gaskets and plugs. My back hurts so bad I need drugs. Seriously, this is too much labor to change 4 plugs. I can do the same job on my 1995 Prelude in under a hour. Subaru isn't a Porsche but the Outback cost the same as a Cayman to service. Now I got to replace the fuel filter. I did use antiseize on my new plugs and it did help installing them. Made it easier to install them by hand and twist them.
Having the right extension lengths is really key because of the tight fit.
Excellent video. thanks for taking the time for making it and sharing it.
Thank for sharing, the only thing that sealant should be over gasket.
Thanks, Just replaced my spark plugs and noticed my rocker cover and spark plug seals had a little.
You just saved me 500 bucks. Thank you.
It might help to have the list of tools in your video description..
Tools needed for the task:
New gasket (P/N 13270AA29A)
2 new spark plug tube seal (P/N 10966AA041)
2 new spark plugs (P/N 22401AA781)
Permatex Ultra Great gasket maker
Flathead screwdrivers
Pliers
Magnet
Brake cleaner or something similar
Towels
Flashlight
1/4 10mm socket
1/4 8mm socket
1/4 various extensions
1/4 ratchet
3/8 14mm deep well socket
3/8 10mm socket
3/8 various extensions
3/8 ratchet
Torque wrench (1/4 drive preferably)
10mm box wrench
Muy bueno senor Avila. I'm dealing with a coolant and oil leak. Coolant leak resolved. OEM PSP rebuilt.
Great job, very clear pics, but one question, doesn't the rtv go on the block, not under the valve cover gasket?
Yeah..video is wrong for that..I was corrected in a few of the comments
Thank you 🫡very clear your content
Muchas gracias me sirvió bien
Great detailed video. Very helpful
What are your oil change intervals and what oil do you use?! Your engine is GORGEOUS!
0-75k: Mobil 1
75k-290k: Mobil 1 high mileage
290k - currently: super tech (Walmart)
Everything at 5k intervals. Currently at 341k
You put the Silicon gasket on the right side. It should be applied between the rubber gasket and towards the head. Anyways Thankyou so much for your video, helped me allot. Where did you get the details on the repair Manuel?
You did perfect! Did you have any leaks after this repair or did this do the trick for you?
hey man I know it's an old vid, but when I changed my plugs this past weekend they had oil on them. I didn't lift up the engine and it took me 2 hours to try and get the right socket combos to get the plugs out. Would pulling off the whole cover make it easier to get to the plugs? Or should I expect an even longer process than last time? Tight schedule so I'm just trying to figure out how much time I need to change my gaskets
Hello, a question, how much is the torque applied to the valve cover? greetings from Chile.
Nice vid..let me know when you get the drivers side up.
2016 Outback 2.5, 130k miles...same plug change revealed oil in the plug tubes. Drivers side change out requires removal of the battery, battery tray, and tray mount to get the extra clearance and room to work. 6-14mm bolts(steel mount), 2-10mm long bolts(battery hold down), 10mm battery post nuts. I also found access to the lower half was so much easier with the undercarriage splash guard removed. 3-12mm bolts and 11 large plastic body panel retainers, and 6 small ones(3 on each wheel well) I'd recommend marking the holes where pulled them prior to removal with paint pen so you can find them easily during re-install. You'll be glad you had the extra room, especially when cleaning off all the left over gasket from the case.
@@kataMatthaion1034 awesome information. Is rtv really needed? If so where do you place it?
Were the valve/rocker cover gaskets bad too or just the tube seals? I've got oil in the wells on my coils as well, but wondering if the tube seals can be changed alone so solve the problem without pulling the valve covers.
Just the tube seals but I replaced rocker panel gaskets too
you have to pull the rocker covers off to get the tube seals. So at that point you would have to replace the Rocker cover seals too as well as the tube seals.
Do you have to drain the oil from the engine completely before you start this job?
No you do not. I had full oil.
This was something I was concerned with too since the cylinders are horizontal instead of vertical. I’m glad to hear that I don’t have to.
I was looking for the 2014 Outback valve cover replacement. Yours came up. On the 14' you have to lift the engine up. Do you have to lift the engine up to get at the cover on the 15'? I know it is a different body but this is much different. Thanks
The video is exactly how I did it. Did not lift up engine.
You don't need to left of the engine for FB25, FB20, or FA20 according to MrSubaru1387 for changing spark plugs. I think for the BRZ you'll have to do do a slight lift. Yes Having various sizes of extensions helps a lot I had to special order 1 inch extensions from Tekton which helps get into the tight areas.
Do you believe there would be any significant differences for a 2015 Forester?
Same engine so I wouldent think many differences at all.
About how long did the process take start to finish?
Tough to say. I'd say no less than 2hrs. More likely 3-4
Did you make a video for the other side?
I took pictures and planned too but then never did. Next time I go in there, I will.
Mine is leaking from gaskets
So where's the driver side video? Lol
Lol. Yeah yeah. I actually have spark plugs to do again soon. I'll do it then! Promise