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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY BRIGHTON WAGON AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSERVICE AND REPAIROIL CHARGE
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Oil Charge
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Oil Charge
If compressor is replaced, drain oil from old compressor and measure, then drain new compressor. Refill new compressor with same amount that was drained from old compressor. Refill amount must be a minimum of 0.70 ounces.
When replacing other system components, add the following quantities of refrigerant oil:
Evaporator: 3.90 ounces
Receiver Drier: 0.20 ounces
Condenser: 0.07 ounces
Hose: 0.03 ounces
Type ZXL-100-PG, or equivalent
When replacing other system components, add the following quantities of refrigerant oil:
Evaporator: 3.90 ounces
Receiver Drier: 0.20 ounces
Condenser: 0.07 ounces
Hose: 0.03 ounces
Type ZXL-100-PG, or equivalent
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.