The 1981 Subaru GL tire size depends on trim: the 2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Standard Trans takes 175/70SR13; the 2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 5 takes 175/70SR13; the 2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Automatic Trans takes 175/70SR13; the 4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Standard Trans takes 175/70SR13; the 4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 5 takes 175/70SR13; the 4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Automatic Trans takes 175/70SR13; the 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 175/70SR13; the 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans takes 175/70SR13, per the factory service manual.
Factory-Spec Tire Size
Varies by trim
2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Standard Trans: 175/70SR13
2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 5: 175/70SR13
2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Automatic Trans: 175/70SR13
4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Standard Trans: 175/70SR13
4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 5: 175/70SR13
4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Automatic Trans: 175/70SR13
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size tires does a 1981 Subaru GL take?
It depends on the trim: 2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Standard Trans uses 175/70SR13; 2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 5 uses 175/70SR13; 2D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Automatic Trans uses 175/70SR13; 4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Standard Trans uses 175/70SR13; 4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 5 uses 175/70SR13; 4D Wagon, 1.8L Eng VIN 4, Automatic Trans uses 175/70SR13; 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 175/70SR13; 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans uses 175/70SR13.
What is the tire pressure for a 1981 Subaru GL?
Refer to the tire pressure placard on your vehicle's driver side door jamb for exact cold inflation pressures.
What is the bolt pattern on a 1981 Subaru GL?
Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.