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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY BRIGHTON WAGON AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSERVICE PRECAUTIONSVEHICLE DAMAGE WARNINGSLIFTING AND TOWING
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Lifting and Towing
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Lifting and Towing
LIFTING, TOWING AND TIE-DOWN POINTS
GARAGE JACK
WARNING:
- Never get under the Vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.
- Always use safety stands to support body when you have get under the car.
- When jacking up the Vehicle, place chocks to hold wheels.
- After jacking up the Vehicle with garage jack, be sure to support the Vehicle with stands for safety.
- Be sure to lift Vehicle at the same four positions as those for pantograph jack.
CAUTION: Be sure to lift, tow and tie-down the Vehicle at the designated positions.
PANTOGRAPH JACK, SAFETY STAND AND LIFT SUPPORT LOCATIONS
WARNING: Never get under the Vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. Always use safety stands to support body when you have to get under the car. Block the wheels diagonally by wheel chocks.
CAUTION: Make sure the jack is set at the correct position on the flange of side sill.
TOWING AND TIE-DOWN HOOKS
Front / Rear
CAUTION:
- Avoid towing another car with front towing hooks.
- Do not tow a Vehicle which is heavier than towing Vehicle.
- Do not apply excessive lateral load to towing hook.
- Wrap the towing rope with cloth to prevent damaging bumper, etc.
- Keep the Vehicle level during towing.
- Tie the front and rear tie-down hooks in the same direction.
- Use a S-Hook or J-Hook.
- Do not use a T-Hook and R-Hook.
GARAGE JACK
WARNING:
- Never get under the Vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.
- Always use safety stands to support body when you have get under the car.
- When jacking up the Vehicle, place chocks to hold wheels.
- After jacking up the Vehicle with garage jack, be sure to support the Vehicle with stands for safety.
- Be sure to lift Vehicle at the same four positions as those for pantograph jack.
CAUTION: Be sure to lift, tow and tie-down the Vehicle at the designated positions.
PANTOGRAPH JACK, SAFETY STAND AND LIFT SUPPORT LOCATIONS
WARNING: Never get under the Vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. Always use safety stands to support body when you have to get under the car. Block the wheels diagonally by wheel chocks.
CAUTION: Make sure the jack is set at the correct position on the flange of side sill.
TOWING AND TIE-DOWN HOOKS
Front / Rear
CAUTION:
- Avoid towing another car with front towing hooks.
- Do not tow a Vehicle which is heavier than towing Vehicle.
- Do not apply excessive lateral load to towing hook.
- Wrap the towing rope with cloth to prevent damaging bumper, etc.
- Keep the Vehicle level during towing.
- Tie the front and rear tie-down hooks in the same direction.
- Use a S-Hook or J-Hook.
- Do not use a T-Hook and R-Hook.
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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.