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Subaru Legacy
The Subaru Legacy is a mid-sized car produced by Subaru since 1989. It is available in five generation models, and comes as a wagon or sedan. This model serves as the flagship car of Subaru.
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If your front-end is loose after hitting a bump, but not at speed, when you use the brakes, or when you turn - then the most likely cause is going to be your suspension.
Turn the car left & right to see if it knocks... do it both with the throttle. if it doesn't knock during a coast or idle, you're fine, and if it knocks when you accelarate, you're still not TOO lethal... spend 80 bucks, get yourself a new pair of axles, as this knock is the sound of the bearings going out. your engine is fine!
Where are the O2 sensors on 2002 subaru legacy l wagon?
they are on exhaust pipe one is upstream of catalytic converter and one after converter ,
What is a king pin inclination?
The kingpin inclination is the angle, measured in degrees, that forms the line passing through the kingpin and the perpendicular to the ground, looking at the vehicle from the front,
Wheel camber angle was devised to reduce the kingpin offset, which is the distance between the projection to the ground level of the kingpin axis and the point of contact with the tyre,
But it was noted that a marked increase in this angle created negative effects, especially with the tyres at low pressure, the specific need arose, to reduce the camber angle almost to zero, this was also to achieve regular wear on the tyre, the problem was resolved by inclining the kingpin towards the lower part of the wheel,
With rigid-axle suspension systems, the inclination of the kingpin does not vary under the effect of load and the vertical jolting of the vehicle, providing there is no axis deformation, in independent suspension systems, however, the load and vertical jolting of the vehicle cause both the wheel camber and the kingpin inclination to vary to the same degree, as the kingpin forms a single block with the wheel hub,
Included angleThe angle between the kingpin axis and the wheel axis is equal to the algebraic sum of the kingpin inclination angle and the wheel camber angle and is defined as the included angle, Example1st case2nd caseWheel camber angle+2 deg-1 deg+ Kingpin inclination angle6 deg8 deg= included angle8 deg7 degThe included angle can vary only if there is a deformation between the kingpin axis and the wheel hub axis, if, during the checking operation, it is noted that the kingpin inclination angle and the wheel camber angle differs considerably from specified values, then before deciding what action to take it is advised to check to see whether the included angle has remained unchanged,
ExampleSpecified ValuesObserved ValuesWheel camber+2 deg+1 deg (less than spec,)Kingpin inclination6 deg7 deg (more than spec,)Included angle( +2 deg 6 deg ) = 8 deg8 deg = constantIn this case, the likely deformation, or irregular positioning of the parts, will be related to either the suspension arms or the suspension arm mounts, in this case the kingpin and the wheel hub positioning has not changed,
If, on the other hand, the following measurements are observed,
Wheel camber +1 deg
Kingpin inclination 6 deg
Included angle 7 deg = inconstant
Then there is a deformation in the kingpin-hub assembly,
The kingpin inclination angle, amongst other thing, creates the phenomena of the return of the wheels to straight position after a steering operation, it also tends to maintain this position after an impact with an obstacle that attempts to alter the trajectory,
This natural effect, which is vitally important, due to the inclination of the kingpin, derives from the fact that the wheel, when turning about this oblique axis, forms an inverted cone,
The hub is at it's highest point relative to the ground, when the wheels are in the straight ahead position, when steering to the left or right, the hub lowers down nearer to the ground, consequently the wheels would tend to go beneath ground level, as they are unable to do this, this causes the body to rise up into an unstable position, thus, when turning the steering wheel, the driver not only generates the turning of the wheels but also, because of the weight of the vehicle, causes the raising up of the body, as soon as the driver ceases with the steering action, the body, due to the natural tendency by its own weight, goes to it's lowest point, with this movement, causing a turning action which takes the wheels back to the straight line position, obviously, the heavier the vehicle or the bigger the kingpin inclination, the greater will be both the force exerted by the driver in the steering action and the speed with which the steering goes back to the mid position,
The evident result of this is that the weight of the vehicle tends to take the wheels to the straight line position, therefore, each perturbation force on the straight line direction of
What is the proper spark plug gap for a Naturally aspirated 91 legacy?
According to my owner's manual (1991 non-turbo):
1.0-1.1mm
Where is the fuel pump on 1992 subaru legacy?
pull the carpet out of the rear hatch compartment.. fold the back seat on the passenger side rear up and fold carpet back in the rear compartment and there is a access panel in the floor with 4 screws pull..... and you see the tank with two lines and more screws.. and inside is the pump
How do you replace front wiper blades on a 2000 Subaru legacy?
The 2000 Subaru Legacy has the most common hook-end wiper arms. See sources and related links below for installation videos. Also, purchase the replacement blades first and there will be additional instructions/illustrations on the replacement packages. Locate and press the tab or button where the wiper blade is inserted into the hook of the wiper arm and pull wiper blade out of hook. You may have to rotate and flex the blade to make enough clearance for the hook to pass through.
How do you change a water pump on 1996 Subaru Outback 2.5l?
Water pump should be changed with the timing belt since they require almost all of the same steps and lifespan is similar. That is 10 years or 100,000 miles whichever comes first, and again at the same interval for as long as the car keeps running. This is not a job for a casual do-it-yourselfer.
How do you repair the driver's door power window switch in a 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback?
You need to buy a new switch. Unfortunately its an assembly with all window switches and the lock. Mine cost $160 at the local dealers. You should be able to get a cheaper price online or perhaps on eBay, if there's no rain/snow in the forecast.
Then you need to take off the whole door panel. There are three round plastic plugs on the door panel, two have screws under them. You can pop them off with a knife or small flat screwdriver. Then there's a triangular piece at the top front (or else a tweeter). I had a tweeter and everything just pops off, a medium flat screwdriver is great here. Next get a flat screwdriver in between the panel and the door and find a place where it is just snapped in, then snap it out. You need to go all around the door and snap these out. Try not to mange the panel. Once it's loose you can lift it up. Then there are three electrical connectors, for the light in the door, the window panel, and the lock switch. They slid out easily for me. Finally the whole panel should be free. I laid it in the grass and unscrewed a lot of similar screws until the window switch molding came free of the door. Then some more of those screws attach the new switch. Screw the switch back as it was, connect the wires and put the panel back in place, starting at the top. If you have a tweeter wire there is a little indentation for it. I had mine all back together when I noticed I had a part left over. It's a white thing that just clips on the top of the door. I found the marks where it had been clipped.
Here's another description, you ought to be able to find more descriptions of taking off the door panel on the net. The window switch part is easy.
http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/printthread.php?s=&threadid=14910
How do you change the automatic transmission fluid in your 1994 Subaru legacy?
You listed this question under Subaru Forester, but the answer is likely the same. Subaru is good enough to put a drain plug on the transmission so it is the same procedure as changing engine oil, except you use the transmission dipstick hole to refill. This does not change the fluid in the torque converter though, which probably holds almost half of the transmission fluid. If this is the first time you have changed fluid in this 16 year old car you may want to take it to a professional where they can flush the transmission. I always recommend yearly changes to prevent having to flush the converter.
If you have the knowledge to assess the condition of the fluid that you drain, you may just want to change the fluid, drive it for a week or two, change again, drive, and change again until no more nasty stuff comes out. My assumption is that most people don't think of their transmission fluid until something goes wrong, especially on an older car.
How do you replace a knock sensor on a 1997 subaru legacy?
The knock sensor is located on the top of the block. It is best seen looking down from the drivers side just to the left of the intake manifold intake. If you have a manual trans it is much easier to replace by unbolting the clutch slave cylinder. A long extension will remove the single bolt that goes through the sensor.
Note the orientation of the sensor. It installs at a 45 degree angle from the centerline.
The wire can be removed by needle nose pliers and a screwdriver for force.
To reinstall tape the bolt to the socket and lower into place.
How do you unlock a door with a pin?
1. First stick the bobby pin on the door lock.
2.Then twist the bobby pin.
How do you disable the seat belt alarm in a Subaru Legacy 2006?
For those of you looking to permanently disable the passenger side alarm (without any beeping ever!) I have figured it out. Bear with me. You need to remove the four bolts holding the seat in place to gain easy access to the seatbelt female side. Unclip the plastic pice on the seatbelt clip female side. It comes off easily with two small screwdrivers. There is a switch located in the seatbelt connecter (it has the red/white wire and black/white wire). Remove the switch from the seatbelt connecter(there are two small tabs holding it in. This switch is the alarm switch. It operates by magnet (crazy, I know). When the seatbelt is clipped in, it pushes a thin piece of brass through this switch which closes the circuit and keeps the alarm from buzzing. All you have to do is insert a small pice of scrap metal through that part of the switch and electrical tape it so it stays in there forever. Now zip tie that switch and wires to the side of the seat (do not re-install it into the seatbelt connecter. Done!!! Put your seatbelt connecter plastic on and bolt the seat in place. No more buzzing - EVER!!
As an improvement to this answer, when the ignition is turned on, simply fasten then unfasten the seat belt ONCE! This works on our 2006 Outback Wagon every time. You need to do this each time the car is turned off & restarted - it doesn't have a memory for this.
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I disagree. You turn the key to the on (as if the car was running) position and fasten & unfasten the seat belt buckle at least 20 X in 30 seconds. (you can hold in the red button, just make sure you separate the buckle each time.) It'll work until the battery is disconnected or the computer is reset. We do about 5-10 a week here as a courtesy to our customers.
probably just a fuse...check the wiring diagram in a shop manual to be certail the airbag isn't also disconnected when you do it...also, wearing your seatbelt usually takes care of this troublesome warning noise...kidding...some vehicles have a plug in relay that is specifically for this...read up on the circuit...:)
a manual will help with diagnosis and repair, and a shop manual should be available at the local library in the reference section for FREE, make copies of the right pages, good luck...:)
To answer the "When gas pedal is released makes a whistle sound like jet plane landing" question, do you have the turbo model? If so, its the unused air pressure built up by the turbo while you were accelerating.
What ATF tranny fluid is correct for a 1999 Subaru Legacy?
Here's what I have on your Automobile. Manual Transmission,.....GL-5
Below 30°C......80W
SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Severe Gear 75W-90
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Manual Transmission,.....GL-5
All TEMPS......75W-90
Severe Gear 75W-90
Manual Transmission,.....GL-5
Above 0°C......90
SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Severe Gear 75W-90
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Manual Transmission,.....GL-5
Above -30°C......85W
Automatic Transmission.....AF3
Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid
Torque-Driveâ„¢ Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATD)
Differential, Front .....GL-5[3]
Below 32°C......80W
SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube
Severe Gear 75W-90
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube CAPACITIES:
Automatic Transmission, Total Fill..........8.4 quarts
Manual Transmission, ..........7.4 pints
Differential, Front..........2.5 pints[2]
Differential, Rear..........1.7 pints[3]
2. Front DIFF is for automatic transmission only.
Hope This Helps.
Where is the radiator drain plug on a 2005 Subaru Legacy GT turbo model?
Drain plug is on the PAssanger side opf the radiator, but you will need to remove the under engine paneling in order to access it.
How do you add freon to a 1986 Pontiac parisienne ac system?
Buy a kit at Wal-Mart or auto parts comes with instructions
Why on 1990 Subaru legacy when you get on the gas it hesitates what would be wrong?
If you have good power when on highway and it only hesitates at low speed or from a stop you have a weak spark somewhere.
Possible causes:
Needs a tune up
Fouled spark plugs
Old plug wires
Ignition coil about to die
improper timing
