I have a 2003 Outback,Ej251AXEWL engine with automatic transmission. Can I swap a 2009 motor , EJ25(atomatic transmission) into it without modifing anything?
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Asked by GuruXDV5K Oct 01, 2018 at 02:18 PM about the 2003 Subaru Outback Base Wagon

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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F_O_R answered 5 years ago

No. The newer engine is a variable cam timing engine. I would stick with a EJ251.

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Mark answered 5 years ago

Don't know if the 2009 motor would fit, but there's nothing wrong with variable valve and cam timing.

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F_O_R answered 5 years ago

The ECU in the 2003 will not operate the newer engine Mark.

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Mark answered 5 years ago

Understood... I was just commenting on the variable valve timing... I like these engine designs... very efficient and responsive.

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