Model Number Label
The model number label indicates: the applied model, the option code, the trim code, the engine type, the transmission type, and the exterior color code. This information is helpful when placing orders for parts.
CODE DESCRIPTION - BT9AYBL
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B | Series | B: LEGACY/OUTBACK |
| 2 | T | Body type | T: OUTBACK W: Sedan |
| 3 | 9 | Total engine displacement/drive system | 9: 2.5 L AWD non-turbo A: 2.4 L AWD |
| 4 | A | Model year | A: 2020MY |
| 5 | Y | Destination | Y: U.S., Canada and Mexico |
| 6 | B | Grade | 2: 2.5 i 3: 2.5 i-Premium 4: 2.5 i-Sport 5: 2.5 i-Limited 6: 2.5 i-Touring 9: 2.4 R-Limited A: 2.4 R-Touring B: OUTBACK 2.5 i C: OUTBACK 2.5 i-Premium D: OUTBACK 2.5 i-Limited E: OUTBACK 2.5 i-Touring H: OUTBACK 2.4 R-Onyx J: OUTBACK 2.4 R-Limited K: OUTBACK 2.4 R-Touring |
| 7 | L | Fuel feed system/transmission | 8: DIT CVT L: DI DOHC non-turbo CVT |
The engine and transmission type are as follows.
ENGINE
FA24FXZHGA
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 and 2 | FA | Engine type symbol | FA: 4 cylinder gasoline FB: 4 cylinder gasoline |
| 3 and 4 | 24 | Displacement | 24: 2.4 L 25: 2.5 L |
| 5 | F | Valve train/fuel supply system/steering | D: DOHC DI non-turbo (LH) F: DOHC DIT (LH) |
| 6 | X | Exhaust regulations | X: U.S. (Tier 3/LEV 3) |
| 7 | Z | Intake/exhaust system | Z: Intake AVCS, exhaust AVCS, TGV, EGR |
| 8 | H | Mounted transmission | H: CVT |
| 9 and 10 | GA | Detailed specifications | Used when ordering parts. For details, refer to the parts catalog. |
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
TR580D6GAA
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | T | Transmission symbol | T: Transmission |
| 2 | R | Transmission system | R: Full-time AWD CVT |
| 3 and 4 | 58 | Distance between pulley centers | 58: 158 mm (6.22 in) between pulley centers 69: 169 mm (6.65 in) between pulley centers |
| 5 | 0 | Classification | 0: CVT |
| 6 | D | Transmission specifications | D: With Auto Start Stop, with CVTF cooler (with warmer feature), without CVTF cooler (air cooler) R: With Auto Start Stop, with CVTF cooler (with warmer feature), with CVTF cooler (air cooler) |
| 7 | 6 | Mounted engine | 6: 2.4 L DOHC turbo H: 2.5 L DOHC non-turbo |
| 8 - 10 | GAA | Detailed specifications | Used when ordering parts. For details, refer to the parts catalog. |
REAR DIFFERENTIAL
| Identification | Reduction gear ratio | LSD |
|---|---|---|
| 42 | 3.700 | None |
| 43 | 3.900 | None |
| 49 | 3.900 | None |
| E2 | 4.111 | None |
OPTION CODE
BF
- 1-digit number
A B D E F G I J K LED headlight O O ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Power seat - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Keyless access with push button start - - ◦ ◦ ◦ - ◦ ◦ ◦ Genuine leather seat - - - - ◦ - - ◦ - L package - - - - ◦ - - ◦ ◦ Rearview camera ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Power rear gate - - - - - - ◦ ◦ ◦ Dark-colored glass - - - - - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Winter pack - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert (BSD/RCTA) - - ◦ - ◦ - ◦ ◦ ◦ Fog light (sedan) - - ◦ ◦ ◦ - - - - - 2-digit number
B C D E G H I X Harman/Kardon audio - - - ◦ - - - - Navigation system O - ◦ - - - - - Navigation + harman/kardon audio - - - - ◦ ◦ - - Sunroof ◦ ◦ ◦ - ◦ ◦ - - Steering heater - - - - ◦ ◦ - - Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ - - A package - - - - - - ◦ - Driver monitoring system - - - - ◦ - - -