Subaru Legacy 2001 User Manual

Legacy U.S.A..(ENG.)A2280BE–A
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Maintenance and service
Maintenance schedule 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance precautions 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine hood 11-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment overview 11-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil 11-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system 11-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant 11-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air cleaner element 11-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs 11-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive belts 11-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission oil 11-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission fluid 11-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) 11-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear differential gear oil 11-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering fluid 11-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake fluid 11-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) 11-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake booster 11-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pedal 11-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) 11-35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement of brake pad and lining 11-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake stroke 11-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires and wheels 11-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire pressure 11-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire rotation 11-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel covers 11-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum wheels (If equipped) 11-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield washer fluid 11-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement of windshield wiper blades 11-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 11-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 11-46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main fuse and fusible link 11-48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation of accessories 11-48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing bulbs 11-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Subaru Legacy 2001 Specifications

General

Brand	Subaru
Model	Legacy 2001
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Maintenance schedule

Maintenance precautions

Engine hood

Engine compartment overview

Engine oil

Checking the oil level

Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop using the dipstick.

Changing the oil and oil filter

Procedure for changing engine oil and oil filter, including draining and replacing the filter.

Cooling system

Engine coolant

Check coolant level in the reservoir and radiator when the engine is cool.

Changing the coolant

Procedure to drain and refill the engine coolant from the radiator and reserve tank.

Air cleaner element

Replacing the air cleaner element

Instructions for replacing the air cleaner element for 2.5 and 3.0 liter models.

Spark plugs

Recommended spark plugs

List of recommended spark plug part numbers for 2.5 and 3.0 liter models.

Drive belts

Manual transmission oil

Checking the oil level

Check the manual transmission oil level monthly using the dipstick.

Automatic transmission fluid

Checking the fluid level

Check automatic transmission fluid level monthly, with recommendations for hot and cold checks.

Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)

Checking the oil level

Check the front differential oil level monthly for AT vehicles.

Rear differential gear oil

Checking the gear oil level

Check the rear differential gear oil level. Frequent refilling may indicate a leak.

Power steering fluid

Checking the fluid level

Check power steering fluid level monthly, considering hot and cold ranges.

Brake fluid

Checking the fluid level

Check brake fluid level monthly. Avoid eye contact and use fresh fluid.

Clutch fluid (MT vehicles)

Checking the fluid level

Check clutch fluid level monthly for MT vehicles. Avoid eye contact and use sealed containers.

Brake booster

Brake pedal

Checking the brake pedal free play

Check brake pedal free play with a light finger press.

Checking the brake pedal reserve distance

Measure brake pedal reserve distance by pressing with a specified force.

Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles)

Checking the clutch function

Check clutch engagement, disengagement, and smoothness for MT vehicles.

Checking the clutch pedal free play

Check clutch pedal free play by lightly pressing the pedal.

Replacement of brake pad and lining

Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings

Procedure for breaking-in new brake pads and linings after replacement.

Parking brake lining

Break-in procedure for parking brake lining, requiring a safe location and gentle operation.

Parking brake stroke

Check and adjust parking brake stroke based on notches and force.

Tires and wheels

Tire pressure

Maintain tire pressure for optimal fuel economy, tire life, ride comfort, and handling.

Tire rotation

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles to ensure uniform wear and increase tire life.

Wheel covers

Instructions for removing and installing regular type wheel covers.

Aluminum wheels (If equipped)

Care instructions for aluminum wheels, including checking lug nut tightness.

Windshield washer fluid

Replacement of windshield wiper blades

Battery

Fuses

Main fuse and fusible link

Check main fuses and fusible links if electrical components fail to operate.

Installation of accessories

Replacing bulbs

Headlight

Instructions for replacing headlight bulbs, including low and high beam types.

Low beam light bulbs

Procedure to disconnect, replace, and reconnect low beam headlight bulbs.

High beam light bulbs

Procedure to disconnect, replace, and reconnect high beam headlight bulbs.

Headlight Bulb Replacement for Specific Models

Specific instructions for replacing headlight bulbs on models except GT and Outback.

Front fog light (if equipped)

Front turn signal light, parking light and side marker light

Rear combination lights

Sedan

Procedure for replacing bulbs in rear combination lights for sedan models.

Station wagon

Procedure for replacing bulbs in rear combination lights for station wagon models.

Back-up and brake/tail light bulbs

Instructions for replacing back-up and brake/tail light bulbs in rear combination lights.

License plate light

Dome light, spot light, luggage compartment light and door step light

Trunk light

High mount stop light

Sedan

Procedure to replace the high mount stop light bulb on sedan models.

Station wagon

Procedure to replace the high mount stop light bulb on station wagon models.