Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1985 Subaru XT DLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Labor Times
- Accessories and Equipment
- Exterior Lights
- Gauges and Instrument Panels
- Coolant Temperature Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Coolant Temperature Sender Or Sensor
- Fuel Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Fuel Gauge Tank Unit
- Instrument Cluster
- Instrument Cluster Printed Circuit
- Oil Pressure Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Oil Pressure Sender Or Switch
- Speedometer Cable
- Speedometer Cable & Housing
- Speedometer Drive Gear
- Speedometer Head
- Speedometer Sensor
- Tachometer Head
- Voltmeter
- Headlights
- Ignition Switches and Steering Locks
- Warning Systems
- Window Motors and Regulators
- Wiper & Washer Systems
- Brakes
- Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Drivelines and Axles
- Axle Shafts - Front
- Axle Shafts - Rear
- Differentials and Drive Axles - Front
- Differentials and Drive Axles - Rear
- Driveshafts and Universal Joints
- Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Air Suction Manifold
- Air Suction Silencer
- Air Suction Valve
- EGR Control Valve Solenoid
- EGR Pipe
- EGR Vacuum Modulator Valve
- EGR Valve
- Engine Emission System
- Evaporation Canister Filter
- Evaporation Control Canister
- Evaporation Control Check Valve
- Evaporation Control Separator
- Evaporative Canister Purge Solenoid
- Knock Sensor
- PCV Valve
- Purge Control Valve
- THERMO Switch
- Blowers, Superchargers and Turbochargers
- Boost Pressure Switch
- Inlet Elbow
- Turbocharger
- Turbocharger Coolant Delivery Hose
- Turbocharger Coolant Delivery Pipe
- Turbocharger Coolant Return Hose
- Turbocharger Crossover Pipe
- Turbocharger Oil Delivery Pipe
- Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe
- Turbocharger WASTEGATE Controller
- Vacuum Switch
- WASTEGATE Actuator Solenoid
- Cooling Fan
- Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Fuel Systems
- Lubrication Systems
- Mechanical
- Camshaft
- Camshaft Gear Or Sprocket
- Camshaft Housing
- Crankshaft
- Crankshaft Gear Or Sprocket
- Crankshaft Main Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Pulley
- Cylinder Head Gasket
- Cylinder Head Stud
- Cylinder Liner
- Distributor Drive Gear
- Engine Assembly
- Engine Assembly (Complete)
- Engine Or Transmission Mount
- Lash Adjuster
- Long Block
- Piston Ring Set
- Push Rod
- Rocker Arm Shaft
- Short Block
- Timing Belt
- Timing Belt Cover
- Timing Belt Idler Pulley
- Timing Belt TENSIONER
- Torque Mount
- Valve
- Valve Cover Gasket
- Starters
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Engine Performance
- Fuel Delivery System
- Air Cleaner Element
- Air Flow Meter
- Auxiliary Air Valve
- Electronic Control Unit
- Fast Idle Control Solenoid
- Fuel Delivery Hose
- Fuel Delivery Pipe
- Fuel Injection System
- Fuel Injector
- Fuel Injector Voltage Drop Resistor
- Fuel Pressure Regulator
- Fuel Rail
- Intake Manifold
- Intake Manifold Gasket
- Main Relay
- Oxygen Sensor
- THERMO Sensor
- THERMO Valve
- Throttle Body Assembly
- Throttle Body Dashpot
- Throttle Switch
- Vacuum Pipe Assembly
- Vacuum Solenoid
- Ignition Systems
- Fuel Delivery System
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- A/C Compressor
- Heater
- HVAC Control Systems
- Manual HVAC System
- Steering
- Suspension
- Front Suspension
- Rear Suspension
- Suspension Control Systems
- Wheel and Tire Systems
- Transmission
- Clutch Manual and Hydraulic
- 4WD Engagement Switch
- 4WD Indicator Switch
- Clutch Control Cable
- Clutch Hydraulic System Hose
- Clutch Master Cylinder
- Clutch Pedal
- Clutch Pedal Position Switch
- Clutch Pilot Bearing
- Clutch Pressure Plate &/Or Disc
- Clutch Release Bearing
- Clutch Slave Cylinder
- Differential Lock Switch
- Flywheel (Std Trans)
- Flywheel Ring Gear
- Gearshift Lever
- Shift Actuator Check Valve
- Shift Control Assembly
- Shift Control Cable
- Shift Linkage
- Transfer Case
- Clutch Manual and Hydraulic
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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