1996 SUBARU LEGACY engine oil

2. Engine Noise
Valve lash adjusters may make clicking noise once engine
starts. It is normal if clicking noise ceases after a few min-
utes.
If clicking noise continues for more than a few minutes,
inspect Hydraulic Lash Adjuster (HLA) in accordance with
the following flow chart.
Inspect the engine oil level
(1) Adjust the oil level between“F”and“L”.
(2) Replace the oil when deteriorated.
Load less engine operation to bleed air from
HLA.
(1) Warm-up engine for about five minutes.
(2) If the noise is remaining, keep the engine
running at 2,000 rpm for up to 20 minutes until
the noise fades away.Noise is eliminated.
Keep the engine running at 2,500 rpm for about
five minutes to bleed air completely.
Noise remains or comes
back.END
HLA is rigid and has no valve clearance.
Remove the rocker cover and inspect HLA.
Press HLA while it is facing the base circle of
the cam.
HLA is normal. The noise may come from other
sources.
HLA is not rigid.
There is valve clearance.
Check whether the clearance between HLA and
the bushing of the cylinder head is within
allowance or not.
HLA is seized. Replace HLA.
Out of allowance
Replace the cylinder head related parts or the
HLA, whichever is necessary.
Within allowance
Replace HLA.






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2-3bDIAGNOSTICS
2. Engine Noise

If noise still exists, conduct diagnostics procedures in
accordance with the following table.
CAUTION:
Do not disconnect spark plug cord while engine is run-
ning.
Type of sound Condition Possible cause
Regular clicking soundSound increases as engine
speed increases.Valve mechanism is defective.
Broken lash adjuster
Worn camshaft
Broken valve spring
Worn valve lifter hole
Heavy and dull clankOil pressure is low.Worn crankshaft main bearing
Worn connecting rod bearing (big end)
Oil pressure is normal.Loose flywheel mounting bolts
Damaged engine mounting
High-pitched clank
(Spark knock)Sound is noticeable when
accelerating with an overload.Ignition timing advanced
Accumulation of carbon inside combustion chamber
Wrong spark plug
Improper gasoline
Clank when engine speed is
medium (1,000 to 2,000 rpm).Sound is reduced when fuel
injector connector of noisy
cylinder is disconnected.
(NOTE*)Worn crankshaft main bearing
Worn bearing at crankshaft end of connecting rod
Knocking sound when engine
is operating under idling speed
and engine is warm.Sound is reduced when fuel
injector connector of noisy
cylinder is disconnected.
(NOTE*)Worn cylinder liner and piston ring
Broken or stuck piston ring
Worn piston pin and hole at piston end of connecting rod
Sound is not reduced if each
fuel injector connector is
disconnected in turn. (NOTE*)Unusually worn valve lifter
Worn cam gear
Worn camshaft journal bore in crankcase
Squeaky sound—Insufficient generator lubrication
Rubbing sound—Defective generator brush and rotor contact
Gear scream when starting
engine—Defective ignition starter switch
Worn gear and starter pinion
Sound like polishing glass with
a dry cloth—Loose drive belt
Defective engine coolant pump shaft
Hissing sound—Loss of compression
Air leakage in air intake system, hoses, connections or
manifolds
Timing belt noise—Loose timing belt
Belt contacting case/adjacent part
NOTE*:
When disconnecting fuel injector connector, Malfunction Indicator Light (CHECK ENGINE light) illuminates and trouble code is stored in
ECM memory.
Therefore, carry out the CLEAR MEMORY MODE and INSPECTION MODE after connecting fuel injector connector. (Ref. to 2-7 On-Board
Diagnostics II System.)
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2-3bDIAGNOSTICS
2. Engine Noise

1. Lubrication System
A: SPECIFICATIONS
1. 2200 cc MODEL
Lubrication methodForced lubrication
Oil pumpPump typeTrochoid type
Number of teethInner rotor 9
Outer rotor 10
Outer rotor diameter x thickness 78x9mm(3.07 x 0.35 in)
Tip clearance between inner and outer rotorSTANDARD 0.04 — 0.14 mm (0.0016 — 0.0055 in)
LIMIT 0.18 mm (0.0071 in)
Side clearance between inner rotor and pump
caseSTANDARD 0.02 — 0.07 mm (0.0008 — 0.0028 in)
LIMIT 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
Case clearance between outer rotor and pump
caseSTANDARD 0.10 — 0.175 mm (0.0039 — 0.0069 in)
LIMIT 0.20 mm (0.0079 in)
Capacity at
80°C (176°F)700 rpm Discharge- pressure 98 kPa (1.0 kg/cm
2, 14 psi) or more
- quantity 4.2
(4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)/min.
5,000 rpm Discharge- pressure 294 kPa (3.0 kg/cm
2, 43 psi) or more
- quantity 42.0
(11.10 US gal, 9.24 Imp gal)/min.
Relief valve operation pressure 490 kPa (5.0 kg/cm
2, 71 psi)
Oil filterTypeFull-flow filter type
Filtration area 1,000 cm
2(155 sq in)
By-pass valve opening pressure 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2, 23 psi)
Outer diameter x width 80 x 70 mm (3.15 x 2.76 in)
Oil filter to engine thread size M 20 x 1.5
Relief valve (on rocker shaft) operation pressure 69 kPa (0.7kg/cm
2, 10 psi)
Oil pressure
switchTypeImmersed contact point type
Working voltage — wattage 12 V — 3.4 W or less
Warning light activation pressure 14.7 kPa (0.15 kg/cm
2, 2.1 psi)
Proof pressure More than 981 kPa (10 kg/cm
2, 142 psi)
Oil pan capacity4.0
(4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
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2-4SPECIFICATIONS AND SERVICE DATA
1. Lubrication System

2. 2500 cc MODEL
Lubrication methodForced lubrication
Oil pumpPump typeTrochoid type
Number of teethInner rotor 9
Outer rotor 10
Outer rotor diameter x thickness 78 x 10 mm (3.07 x 0.39 in)
Tip clearance between inner and outer rotorSTANDARD 0.04—0.14 mm (0.0016—0.0055 in)
LIMIT 0.18 mm (0.0071 in)
Side clearance between inner rotor and pump
caseSTANDARD 0.02—0.07 mm (0.0008—0.0028 in)
LIMIT 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
Case clearance between outer rotor and pump
caseSTANDARD 0.10—0.175 mm (0.0039—0.0069 in)
LIMIT 0.20 mm (0.0079 in)
Capacity at
80°C (176°F)600 rpm Discharge- pressure 98 kPa (1.0 kg/cm
2, 14 psi) or more
- quantity 4.6
(4.9 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)/min.
5,000 rpm Discharge- pressure 294 kPa (3.0 kg/cm
2, 43 psi) or more
- quantity 47.0
(12.4 US gal, 10.3 Imp gal)/min.
Relief valve operation pressure 588 kPa (6.0 kg/cm
2, 85 psi)
Oil filterTypeFull-flow filter type
Filtration area 1,000 cm
2(155 sq in)
By-pass valve opening pressure 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2, 23 psi)
Outer diameter x width 80 x 70 mm (3.15 x 2.76 in)
Oil filter to engine thread size M 20 x 1.5
Oil pressure
switchTypeImmersed contact point type
Working voltage—wattage 12 V—3.4 W or less
Warning light activation pressure 14.7 kPa (0.15 kg/cm
2, 2.1 psi)
Proof pressure More than 981 kPa (10 kg/cm
2, 142 psi)
Oil pan capacity4.5
(4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
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2-4SPECIFICATIONS AND SERVICE DATA
1. Lubrication System

G2M0066
1. Oil Pump
A: REMOVAL
1) Drain engine oil.
Set container under the vehicle, and remove drain plug
from oil pan.
B2M0051A
2) Drain coolant.
Set container under the vehicle, and remove drain cock
from radiator.
B2M0302
3) Remove belt covers, timing belt and related parts.

B2M0303
4) Remove belt tensioner bracket.
G2M0210
5) Remove left cam sprocket and left belt cover No. 2.
6) Remove water pump.
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2-4SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Oil Pump

B2M0724
2. Oil Pan and Oil Strainer
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove front wheels.
2) Remove air intake duct.
3) Disconnect connector from front oxygen sensor.
B2M0725
4) Disconnect connector from rear oxygen sensor. (Cali-
fornia 2200 cc model only)
G2M0295
5) Remove pitching stopper.
B2M0320
6) Remove radiator upper brackets.
B2M0053
7) Support engine with a lifting device and wire ropes.
8) Lift-up the vehicle.
CAUTION:
At this time, raise up wire ropes.
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2-4SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Oil Pan and Oil Strainer

G2M0066
9) Drain engine oil.
Set container under the vehicle, and remove drain plug
from oil pan.
B2M0312
10) Disconnect connector from rear oxygen sensor.
(Except California 2200 cc model)
B2M0054
11) Remove front exhaust pipe.
(1) Separate front catalytic converter from center
exhaust pipe.
(2) Remove front exhaust pipe from engine.
(3) Remove bolt which installs front exhaust pipe on
bracket.
B2M0743A
12) Remove nuts which install front cushion rubber onto
front crossmember.
G2M0081
13) Remove bolts which install oil pan on cylinder block
while raising up engine.
14) Insert oil pan cutter blade between cylinder block-to-oil
pan clearance.
CAUTION:
Do not use a screwdriver or similar tool in place of oil
pan cutter.
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2-4SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Oil Pan and Oil Strainer

G2M0082
15) Separate oil strainer from oil strainer stay.
G2M0376
16) Remove oil strainer.
G2M0377
17) Remove baffle plate and oil strainer stay.
B: INSPECTION
By visual check make sure oil pan, oil strainer, oil strainer
stay and baffle plate are not damaged.
G2M0377
C: INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Before installing oil pan, clean sealant from oil and
engine block.
1) Install baffle plate and oil strainer stay.
Tightening torque:
5N⋅m (0.5 kg-m, 3.6 ft-lb)
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2-4SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Oil Pan and Oil Strainer