katz Posted June 8, 2017 Share Posted June 8, 2017 Has anyone done a CVT filter/fluid change on their Legacy? The dealer tells me that the only filter they show is a round cartridge type, which I have since found is buried deep within the trans & is not accessible unless you disassemble it. The pan has 10 bolt holes, is mostly square with one corner cut at an angle. Some pics & threads I have found on google show a "standard" type flat filter inside the pan, like most "normal" transmissions, but I can't seem to get the correct part at Napa, Autozone or other parts houses. Anyone have any info. on this? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YeuEmMaiMai Posted June 8, 2017 Share Posted June 8, 2017 in a very simple nut shell 1. drive car until fully warmed up 2. raise car and ensure it is level 3. remove fill bolt on side of trans 4. using a container that has volume markings, remove drain bolt and let fluid out 5. replace drain bolt and use a new washer 6. add CVT fluid until it comes out of the hole on side of transmission. Most people use a hand pump and a tube video here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katz Posted June 9, 2017 Author Share Posted June 9, 2017 Thanks YeuEmMaiMai, I can certainly do it as you suggested, however... I was going to have my shop do a flush on it, using their machine. I wanted to change the filter out as well. I would like to get all of the old gunky fluid removed, and I know a simple drain won't accomplish that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted June 9, 2017 Share Posted June 9, 2017 No just no! If anything take it to a subaru dealer to have it done. I wouldn't let any other shop touch it, mostly because if Subaru boinks it they will replace it and then warranty it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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