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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY BRIGHTON WAGON AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSHEATED GLASS ELEMENTSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Heated Glass Element: Service and Repair
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
Repair
1. Clean broken wire and its surrounding area.
2. Cut off slit on (used) thin film by 0.5 mm (0.020 in) width and 10 mm (0.39 in) length.
3. Place the slit on glass along the broken wire, and deposit conductive silver composition (DUPONT No.4817) on the broken portion.
4. Dry out the deposited portion.
5. Inspect the repaired wire for continuity.
1. Clean broken wire and its surrounding area.
2. Cut off slit on (used) thin film by 0.5 mm (0.020 in) width and 10 mm (0.39 in) length.
3. Place the slit on glass along the broken wire, and deposit conductive silver composition (DUPONT No.4817) on the broken portion.
4. Dry out the deposited portion.
5. Inspect the repaired wire for continuity.
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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.