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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY BRIGHTON WAGON AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSYMPTOM RELATED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESDIAGNOSTIC NOTES
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Diagnostic Notes
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Diagnostic Notes
This section is used to find the correct test procedure for a given symptom. The symptoms and actions in this section are emission related only. Refer to Fuel Injection and Computerized Engine Controls for complete Diagnosis By Symptom for Fuel, Ignition, Computerized Engine Controls and Emissions. Verify the correct system application to ensure that the vehicle has the given component(s).
Before proceding to the appropriate symptom perform the following visual inspection:
1. Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and proper routing.
2. Ignition wires for cracking, hardness and proper connections at both the distributor and spark plugs.
3. All wiring for proper connections, pinches, routing, and cuts.
NOTE: It is essential that the vehicle has been properly warmed up and is at operating temperature (except when attempting to diagnosis a cold driveablity problem). The catalytic converter and feedback systems will not function as designed if this is not achieved. Failure to do so will result in inaccurate test results.
Before proceding to the appropriate symptom perform the following visual inspection:
1. Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and proper routing.
2. Ignition wires for cracking, hardness and proper connections at both the distributor and spark plugs.
3. All wiring for proper connections, pinches, routing, and cuts.
NOTE: It is essential that the vehicle has been properly warmed up and is at operating temperature (except when attempting to diagnosis a cold driveablity problem). The catalytic converter and feedback systems will not function as designed if this is not achieved. Failure to do so will result in inaccurate test results.
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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.