1985 Subaru XT DLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

CALIFORNIA Models

Secondary (fresh) air is supplied to the exhaust port of No. 2 and No. 4 cylinder head by an ASV with cut-off valve. The air injection system is controlled by both the thermosensor and time governed by the ECM.

This system operates in the same manner as Federal 2WD models except there is only 1 ASV. See FEDERAL 2WD MODELSΒ  . See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Air Injection System (1.8L California Models)
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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