How to Spare Tire 04-09 Subaru Outback
Difficulty: Beginner · About 45 min · Subaru Outback
Change a flat tire on a 2004–2009 Subaru Outback using the factory jack at the marked pinch-weld point, then tighten the spare wheel in a star pattern and stow the tools.
Tools you will need
- Factory Jack
- Factory Lug Wrench
- Wheel Chock
Parts and supplies
- Vehicle temporary spare tire
Steps
- Retrieve the jack and spare
Park on level ground, set the parking brake, and chock a wheel diagonally opposite the flat. Open the cargo floor, remove the jack and handle from their holder, then loosen the spare retainer and lift out the spare.
- Loosen the wheel and raise the car
Loosen the lug nuts before lifting. Place the factory jack at the marked pinch-weld point and turn its handle until the flat tire is about an inch off the ground.
- Remove the flat and fit the spare
Remove the lug nuts and pull the wheel from the hub. Place the temporary spare onto the hub, align the studs, and thread each lug nut by hand.
- Lower the vehicle and tighten the lugs
Snug the lug nuts evenly, lower the vehicle fully, and remove the jack. Tighten the lugs in a star pattern to the owner's-manual specification, then return the jack and handle to storage.
- Secure the flat tire and check the spare
Put the flat tire in the cargo area and secure it so it cannot move. Check the spare's pressure and speed limitation before driving, and arrange repair of the original tire.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.