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Subaru Impreza Outback A/C refrigerant type and capacity

GarageDex's A/C data shows the 2009 to 2011 Subaru Impreza Outback (4 Cyl. 2.5 Eng.) uses 18 oz of R-134a refrigerant with PAG-100 compressor oil.

Shop R-134a Match the type on your under-hood decal

Key takeaways

  • 2009 to 2011 Subaru Impreza Outback: 18 oz of R-134a, PAG-100 oil, see the under-hood decal for the rest.
  • The charge is a full-system amount; a top-off adds far less.
  • Do not mix refrigerant types or oils.
  • A system that is empty has a leak - fix it before charging.
Subaru Impreza Outback A/C refrigerant and oil by year
YearsEngineRefrigerantChargeCompressor oil
2009 to 20114 Cyl. 2.5 Eng.R-134a18 ozPAG-100
20084 Cyl. 2.5 Eng.R-134a18 ozPAG-100 4.9 oz
2002 to 20074 Cyl. 2.5 Eng.R-134a21 ozPAG-100 5.2 oz
20014 Cyl. 2.2 Eng.R-134a21 ozPAG-100 5.2 oz
2000All Eng.R-134a21 ozPAG-100 5.2 oz
1997 to 19994 Cyl. 2.2 Eng.R-134a21 ozPAG-100 5.2 oz
19964 Cyl. 2.2 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-100
19954 Cyl. 1.8 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-150

Recharge supplies for your Subaru Impreza Outback

Buy the refrigerant type shown for your year and confirm it against the under-hood decal. R-1234yf cans cost more and need a matching coupler.

R-134aR-134a recharge can with a gaugeShop cans Manifold gauge setReads high and low side pressure properlyShop gauges Leak detection kitFind the leak before you spend on refrigerantShop kits

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Source: Four Seasons - Compressor / System Refrigerant & Lubricant Specs. The under-hood A/C decal is the primary source for your exact car - it overrides any table. Charges assume a clean system with a new drier.