1997 SUBARU LEGACY fuel pump

2. Engine Noise
Type of sound Condition Possible cause
Regular clicking soundSound increases as engine
speed increases.Valve mechanism is defective.
Incorrect valve clearance
Worn valve rocker
Worn camshaft
Broken valve spring
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*)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
Valve tappet noise—Incorrect valve clearance
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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2-3DIAGNOSTICS
2. Engine Noise

TROUBLE
Engine will not start.
Rough idle and engine stall
Low output, hesitation and poor acceleration
Surging
Engine does not return to idle.
Dieseling (Run-on)
After burning in exhaust system
Knocking
Excessive engine oil consumption
Excessive fuel consumption Starter does not turn.
Initial combustion does not occur.
Initial combustion occurs.
Engine stalls after initial combustion.
INTAKE SYSTEM
2111 3Loosened or cracked intake air pipe
3111 3 1Loosened or cracked blow-by hose
31211 2Loosened or cracked vacuum hose
22222Defective intake manifold gasket
22222Defective throttle body gasket
322 2 2Defective PCV valve
222 323Loosened oil filler cap
3312 1Dirty air cleaner element
FUEL LINE
13 322Defective fuel pump and relay
33322Clogged fuel line
222233Lack of or insufficient fuel
BELT
222Defective
222322 22 2Defective timing
FRICTION
3Seizure of crankshaft and connecting rod bearing
3Seized camshaft
3Seized or stuck piston and cylinder
COMPRESSION
333222 23 2Incorrect valve clearance
333223 3 3Loosened spark plugs or defective gasket
333223 3 3Loosened cylinder head bolts or defective gasket
333223 2 2Improper valve seating
333333 3 13Defective valve stem
222223 3 3Worn or broken valve spring
333233 3 12Worn or stuck piston rings, cylinder and piston
222111 12 2Incorrect valve timing
222222Improper engine oil (low viscosity)
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2-3bDIAGNOSTICS
1. Engine Trouble in General

TROUBLE
Engine will not start.
Rough idle and engine stall
Low output, hesitation and poor acceleration
Surging
Engine does not return to idle.
Dieseling (Run-on)
After burning in exhaust system
Knocking
Excessive engine oil consumption
Excessive fuel consumption Starter does not turn.
Initial combustion does not occur.
Initial combustion occurs.
Engine stalls after initial combustion.
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
22 3 3Incorrect oil pressure
2Loosened oil pump attaching bolts and defective
gasket
2Defective oil filter seal
2Defective crankshaft oil seal
32Defective rocker cover gasket
2Loosened oil drain plug or defective gasket
2Loosened oil pan fitting bolts or defective oil pan
COOLING SYSTEM
33221Overheating
333Over cooling
OTHERS
113 3Malfunction of Evaporative Emission Control
System
21Stuck or damaged throttle valve
322 2Accelerator cable out of adjustment
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2-3bDIAGNOSTICS
1. Engine Trouble in General

2. Engine Noise
Type of sound Condition Possible cause
Regular clicking soundSound increases as engine
speed increases.Valve mechanism is defective.
Incorrect valve clearance
Worn camshaft
Broken valve spring
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 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
Valve tappet noise—Incorrect valve clearance
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. Engine Cooling System
Trouble Possible cause Corrective action
Over-heatinga. Insufficient engine coolantReplenish engine coolant, inspect for leakage, and
repair.
b. Loose timing belt Repair or replace timing belt tensioner.
c. Oil on drive belt Replace.
d. Malfunction of thermostat Replace.
e. Malfunction of engine coolant pump Replace.
f. Clogged engine coolant passage Clean.
g. Improper ignition timingInspect and repair ignition control system.

h. Clogged or leaking radiator Clean or repair, or replace.
i. Improper engine oil in engine coolant Replace engine coolant.
j. Air/fuel mixture ratio too leanInspect and repair fuel injection system.

k. Excessive back pressure in exhaust system Clean or replace.
l. Insufficient clearance between piston and cylinder Adjust or replace.
m. Slipping clutch Repair or replace.
n. Dragging brake Adjust.
o. Improper transmission oil Replace.
p. Defective thermostat Replace.
q. Malfunction of electric fanInspect radiator fan relay, engine coolant temperature
sensor or radiator motor and replace there.
Over-coolinga. Atmospheric temperature extremely low Partly cover radiator front area.
b. Defective thermostat Replace.
Engine coolant
leaks.a. Loosened or damaged connecting units on hoses Repair or replace.
b. Leakage from engine coolant pump Replace.
c. Leakage from engine coolant pipe Repair or replace.
d. Leakage around cylinder head gasket Retighten cylinder head bolts or replace gasket.
e. Damaged or cracked cylinder head and crankcase Repair or replace.
f. Damaged or cracked thermostat case Repair or replace.
g. Leakage from radiator Repair or replace.
Noisea. Defective drive belt Replace.
b. Defective radiator fan Replace.
c. Defective engine coolant pump bearing Replace engine coolant pump.
d. Defective engine coolant pump mechanical seal Replace engine coolant pump.
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2-5DIAGNOSTICS
1. Engine Cooling System

G2M0438
8) Remove screw which retains bracket of main relay
1
and fuel pump relay
2.
9) Disconnect connector from main relay.
G2M0438
10) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.


1Main relay


2Fuel pump relay
G6M0095
17. Fuel Pump Relay
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
B5M0024A
2) Remove lower cover and then disconnect connectors.
3) Lower transmission control module.
4) Remove the front pillar lower trim.

5) Remove fuse box mounting nuts.
6) Lower fuse box.
7) Remove fuse box mounting bracket.
G2M0438
8) Remove fuel pump relay from main relay and fuel pump
relay mounting bracket.
9) Disconnect connector from fuel pump relay.
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2-7SERVICE PROCEDURE
16. Main Relay - 17. Fuel Pump Relay

G2M0438
8) Remove screw which retains bracket of main relay
1
and fuel pump relay
2.
9) Disconnect connector from main relay.
G2M0438
10) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.


1Main relay


2Fuel pump relay
G6M0095
17. Fuel Pump Relay
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
B5M0024A
2) Remove lower cover and then disconnect connectors.
3) Lower transmission control module.
4) Remove the front pillar lower trim.

5) Remove fuse box mounting nuts.
6) Lower fuse box.
7) Remove fuse box mounting bracket.
G2M0438
8) Remove fuel pump relay from main relay and fuel pump
relay mounting bracket.
9) Disconnect connector from fuel pump relay.
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2-7SERVICE PROCEDURE
16. Main Relay - 17. Fuel Pump Relay

G2M0438
10) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.


1Main relay


2Fuel pump relay
B2M1254
18. Air Intake Chamber
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1) Loosen clamps which connect air intake chamber to
throttle body and air intake duct.
2) Disconnect air hoses from air intake chamber.
3) Remove bolts which secure air intake chamber to stays.
4) Remove air intake chamber.
5) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
4.9±0.5 N⋅m (0.5±0.05 kg-m, 3.6±0.4 ft-lb)
G6M0095
19. Knock Sensor
A: REMOVAL
1. 2200 cc MODEL
1) Disconnect battery ground cable from battery ground
terminal.
B2M1679
2) Remove air intake chamber.

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2-7SERVICE PROCEDURE
17. Fuel Pump Relay - 19. Knock Sensor