Consumer Review Video - 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 2.5L 4 Cyl.

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The 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium is a relatively easy SUV to maintain, and a good choice for the experienced car owner. Access for the engine air filter is no problem, as you only have to disengage a few fasteners and a hose in order to lift the cover. These fasteners are no problem to disengage with reliability. The components of the spare tire are easily accessible in the rear of the vehicle. This keeps the tire and jack kit ready to go in case of emergency. Checking the oil level is easy to do, as the oil dipstick is easily accessible in the engine bay.

Some things are more problematic on the 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium. To access many of the headlights, you will have to peel back the wheel well lining for reliable access. This can be tough, as the lining can grow rigid and tight to the vehicle over time. You will have to completely remove the tail light housing in order to access many of the tail lights. This will require a few tools you may not have readily available for a repair. In order to change the cabin air filter, you will have to completely remove the glove box for access. This would have been much easier if there were a designated panel in the rear of the glove box for access.

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