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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks from 1990+

A/C Data -> Imported Passenger Cars, Light Trucks & Vans -> Subaru -> 1992-2002 -> 2003-04
Vehicle: 1993 Subaru Legacy LSI 2.2 H4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Dual Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1994 Subaru Legacy Sport 2.2 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and plug the ends.
  • If applicable, disconnect fluid warning switch electrical connector.
  • Remove master cylinder retaining nuts and the master cylinder.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
  • Bleed hydraulic system after completing installation.

Dual Proportioning Valve

Inspect brake line connections at DPV for fluid le...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Subaru -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Justy w/Carbureted Engine -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Legacy Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • On Impreza, SVX, 1990-94 Legacy models,fold down the rear seat back, then remove the floor mat and access hole lid.
  • On 1995-00 Legacy models, remove the rear seat cushion and seat back, then the floor mat and access hole lid.
  • On all models, disconnect the fuel pump relay electrical connector.
  • Start the engine and operate until it stalls.
  • After the engine has stalled, crank the engine for at least 5 seconds.
  • Place the ignition switch in Off position.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Connect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  • On...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1998 Subaru Legacy L 2.2 H4 GAS

Front

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Unstake hub nut using suitable tool.
  • Remove driveshaft locknut from front hub while depressing brake pedal. Remove wheel before loosening axle nut.
  • Remove stabilizer link from front arm.
  • Disconnect transverse link from housing.
  • Remove spring pin which secures transmission spindle and install new spring upon installation.
  • Remove front driveshaft assembly. If driveshaft is hard to remove use suitable puller to aid in removal.
  • Remo...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Clamp In Type -> Installation -> Removal -> Snap In Type -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Legacy 2.5I 2.5 H4 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Clamp In Type
Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Release the air pressure from the tire.
  • Using a suitable tire changer, remove the tire from the wheel.
  • Remove the screw attaching the tire pressure sensor to the valve stem, Fig. .
Installation

Use a new grommet when installing the tire pressure sensor.

  • Align the tire pressure sensor with the valve stem hole, Fig. .
  • Install and tighten the tire pressure sensor nut to 72 inch lbs.
  • Using a suitable tire changer install the tire to the wheel...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Subaru Legacy 2.5I Limited 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  • Remove air intake chamber.
  • On turbo models, remove intercooler.
  • On all models, remove air intake chamber stay.
  • Disconnect solen...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 2005-06 Baja & 2005-09 Legacy & Outback
Vehicle: 2007 Subaru Legacy GT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 9,300 miles.

  • Remove the instrument panel side cover.
  • Remove the glove compartment retaining clips and damper, then the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Remove the glove compartment upper storage bin.
  • Through the glove compar...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Subaru -> EGR Maintenance Reminder Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Legacy Postal 2.2 H4 GAS

The EGR maintenance reminder indicator lamp will be illuminated to indicate time for EGR maintenance. After performing maintenance, reset reminder lamp. Remove instrument pan...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Legacy LSI 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery cables, then remove battery from vehicle.
  • Drain engine coolant.
  • Disconnect radiator outlet hoses, then ATF cooler hoses, Figs. through .
  • Remove drive belt cover, then disconnect inlet hoses.
  • Remove reservoir tank and overflow ho...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Subaru Legacy L 2.2 H4 GAS

  • Remove drive belt cover. Wipe off any oil or water on belt and pulley.
  • Loosen lockbolt on slider bolt.
  • Loosen slider bolt.
  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Wiring Diagram for 1993 Subaru Legacy LS 4X4 2.2 H4 GASFront Wiring Diagram for 1993 Subaru Legacy LS 4X4 2.2 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector F-10
  • Connector F-15
  • Connector F-18
  • Connector F-19
  • Connector F-20
  • Instrument Panel Wiring Diagram for 1993 Subaru Legacy LS 4X4 2.2 H4 GASInstrument Panel Wiring Diagram for 1993 Subaru Legacy LS 4X4 2.2 H4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector I-28
  • Connector I-4
  • Connector I-6
  • Connector I-7
  • Connector i-100
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 Subaru Legacy Outback 2.2 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 Subaru Legacy Outback 2.2 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Headlight
  • High Beam Indicator
  • LH Headlight
  • 1994 Subaru Legacy LS 2.2 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Subaru Legacy LS 2.2 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Water Temperature Sensor
  • Multi-Port Fuel Injection Control Unit
  • Radiator Main Fan
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REAR CENTER SEAT BELT INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
    Vehicle: 2006 Subaru Legacy GT Spec.b 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AUDIO SYS DIAGN - ID - EXCHANGE PROCEDURES
    Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Legacy GT 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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