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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY BRIGHTON WAGON AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSEXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATIONTESTING AND INSPECTION
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Exhaust Gas Recirculation: Testing and Inspection
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection
PROCEDURE
1. With engine at operating temperature, raise engine speed to 3500 to 4000 RPM and note exhaust gas recirculation valve shaft movement.
2 As engine speed is raised, exhaust gas recirculation valve shaft should move upward. After throttle is released, exhaust gas recirculation valve shaft should drop to its original position.
1. With engine at operating temperature, raise engine speed to 3500 to 4000 RPM and note exhaust gas recirculation valve shaft movement.
2 As engine speed is raised, exhaust gas recirculation valve shaft should move upward. After throttle is released, exhaust gas recirculation valve shaft should drop to its original position.
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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.