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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru 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 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Zexel Compressor -> Precautions -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Legacy Postal 2.2 H4 GAS

Product Compatibility

Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

SUBARU, ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> SYSTEM BLEEDING -> 1990-91 MODELS -> 1992 EXCEPT SVX MODELS -> SVX MODELS
Vehicle: 1992 Subaru Loyale 1.8 H4 GAS

1990-91 MODELS

  • Bleed air from brake lines of primary side as if you were changing a master cylinder.
  • Bleed air from secondary side by replacing cone screw with a bleeder Fig. .
  • Depress brake pedal and intermittently apply AV signal to magnet valve. Do not apply signal for more than five seconds.
  • Release pedal at end of stroke. Repeat until air disappears, then repeat normal bleeding operations. Bleed air from other secondary circuits following above procedure.
  • To produce a AV signal disconnect terminals from battery, then hydraulic connectors 2P and 12P, Refer to Fig. .
  • Connect 12P hy...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru 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: 2000 Subaru Impreza 2.2 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 AUTOMOBILES

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru SVX L 3.3 H6 GAS

Wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material. Rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with adjacent metal parts during removal.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Disconnect connector from rear oxygen sensor.
  • Remove rear exhaust pipe and rear catalytic converter.
  • Remove front exhaust cover.
  • Place reference mark on front driveline and rear differential flange. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage rear driveline shaft flange yoke or c...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Subaru 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 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Outback XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Use Subaru diagnostic monitor, or other suitable diagnostic monitor, to access diagnosis trouble codes. Follow diagnostic monitor manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identificatio...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Legacy GT 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  • Disconnect connector and terminal from alternator.
  • Remove V-belt covers.
  • Remove V-belts.
  • Remove bolts which ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 2008-09 Impreza & 2009 Forester
Vehicle: 2009 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 7,500 miles.

  • Remove the glove compartment damper, Fig. .
  • Disengage the glove compartment stops, then remove the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Disengage...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

Subaru -> Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Warning ->
Vehicle: 1993 Subaru Legacy LS 4X4 2.2 H4 GAS

If the Brake System warning lamp and the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) warning lamp illuminate simultaneously while driving the vehicle, a malfunction in the EBD system is indicated. If both warning lamps illuminate, stop the vehicle in the nearest flat safe place. Turn the engine off and apply the parking brake. Restart the engine and release the parking brake, if both the warning lamp...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Subaru Outback 2.5I 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Set vehicle on a lift.
  • Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove under cover.
  • On models with automatic transaxle, remove heat shield cover from radiator.
  • On all models, drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect connectors of radiator main fan and sub fan motor.
  • Disconnect radiator outlet hose from thermostat cover.
  • On models with automatic transaxle, disconnect ATF cooler hoses from radiator.
  • On all models, lower vehicle.
  • Disco...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 AUTOMOBILES

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

Bulkhead Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 2000 Subaru Impreza Outback 2.2 H4 GASBulkhead Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 2000 Subaru Impreza Outback 2.2 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Main Relay
  • Combination Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • Power Window Relay
  • Rear Wiring Diagram for 1991 Subaru Justy GL 1.2 L3 GASRear Wiring Diagram for 1991 Subaru Justy GL 1.2 L3 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector R-11
  • Connector R-22
  • Connector R-23
  • Connector R-25
  • Connector R-2
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Subaru Forester XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Subaru Forester XT Limited 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Clutch Switch
  • Brake Switch
  • Stop Light Switch
  • Engine Control Module
  • Cruise Control Switch
  • 2007 Subaru Forester X L.l. Bean Edition 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Subaru Forester X L.l. Bean Edition 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Key Warning Switch
  • Keyless Entry Control Module
  • KeyLess Buzzer
  • Immobilizer Control Module
  • Body Integrated Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: Wynn's Coolant Exchange Machine Approval
    Vehicle: 1980 Subaru Standard 1.6 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: FRONT FOG LIGHT LENS & REFLECTOR
    Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Baja 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Subaru AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Subaru 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 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 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 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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