Sure would not idle smoothly with misfires on cylinders 1 and 3.
You likely have a high voltage ignition problem. I'd start with spark plugs and spark plug wires especially if you don't know when the wires and plugs were last replaced.
You may have a defective ignition coil but I'd go with the plugs and wires first. None of these is terribly expensive and you can buy everything after-market for just over $100. As car maintenance items go, these are relatively easy for the home mechanic to replace.
in the engine compartment
The Subaru Legacy Outback is a wagon-crossover vehicle manufactured by Subaru. One can find more information by visiting a local Subaru dealer. The Subaru website offers detailed descriptions, and vehicle specifications on the Legacy Outback as well.
It is located on the engine block drivers side.
Has a starter relay in the engine bay fuse panel.
Will fit Legacy/Outback Model Year 1995 to 1999.
There is no Power Steering Filter on a 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback.
Read the first answer here:Where_can_you_find_a_1993_Subaru_Legacy_engine_diagramThere are Haynes and\or Chiltons guide for every Subaru Legacy\Outback to 2005(US Models) you can find the specific one you need on www.haynes.com they have engine and body diagrams.
in the engine bay. Passenger side. Near the strut tower.
Sorry, unlike a goldfish Subaru Legacy is too large to flush.
The 2002 Subaru Outback has a flat 4 engine.
The 2014 Subaru Outback has a flat 4 engine.
The 2006 Subaru Outback has a flat 4 engine.