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 DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIRSERVICE PROCEDURESERVO PISTON
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Servo Piston
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Servo Piston
(1) Band servo piston stem
(2) Spring
(3) Lathe cut seal ring
(4)Band servo piston (1-2)
(5) Lathe cut seal ring
(6) 0-ring
(7) Band servo retainer
(8) 0-ring
(9) Spring
(10) Retainer
(11) Snap ring
(12) Lathe cut seal ring
(13) Band servo piston (3-4)
(14) O-ring
(15) O.D. servo retainer
(16) Snap ring
A: DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the spring.
2. Remove the band servo piston (3-4).
3. While compressing the retainer from above, remove the snap ring. Then remove the retainer, spring and stem.
4. Take out the band servo piston (1-2).
B: INSPECTION
1. Check each component for harmful cuts, damage, or other faults.
2. Check the O-ring and lathe cut ring for damage.
C: ASSEMBLY
1. Install the band servo piston (1-2) to the retainer, and insert the stem.
2. Put the spring and retainer on the piston. Fit the. snap ring securely while compressing the spring.
3. Install the band servo piston (3-4).
4. Install the spring securely to the band servo piston (1-2).
CAUTION:
- Many different O-rings and lathe cut rings are used. Be careful not to confuse them when installing.
- Be careful not to damage O-rings and lathe cut rings.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- 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.