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1. Body Electrical
A: SPECIFICATIONS
BatteryReserve capacity 82 minutes (MT), 100 minutes (AT)
Cold cranking ampere 430 amperes (MT), 490 amperes (AT)
Fuse10 A, 15 A, 20 A
Combination
meterSpeedometer Electric pulse type
Tachometer Electric impulse type
Water temperature gauge Thermistor cross coil type
Fuel gauge Resistance cross coil type
Charge indicator light 12 V—1.4 W
Brake fluid level warning/parking brake indicator light 12 V—1.4 W
AT oil temperature warning light (AWD only) 12 V—1.4 W
ABS warning light 12 V—1.4 W
CHECK ENGINE warning light
(Malfunction indicator lamp)12 V—1.4 W
Oil pressure warning light 12 V—1.4 W
AIRBAG system warning light 12 V—1.4 W
Low fuel warning light 12 V—3W
FWD indicator light 12 V—1.4 W
TCS warning light 12 V—1.4 W
TCS indicator light 12 V—1.4 W
Turn signal indicator light 12 V—1.4 W (2 pieces)
Seat belt warning light 12 V—1.4 W
Door open warning light 12 V—1.4 W (5 pieces)
Headlight beam indicator light 12 V—1.4 W
Meter illumination light12 V—3 W (2 pieces)
12 V—3.4 W (4 pieces)
Headlight 12 V—60/55 W (Halogen)
Front clearance light 12 V—5W
Turn signal lightFront 12 V—21 W
Rear 12 V—21 W
Tail/Stop light 12 V—5/21 W
Back-up light 12 V—21 W
High-mount stop light12 V—18 W (SEDAN), 12 V—13 W
(WAGON)
License plate light 12 V—5W
Room light 12 V—8W
Trunk room light (SEDAN) 12 V—5W
Luggage room light (WAGON) 12 V—5W
Spot light 12 V—8 W (2 pieces)
Glove box light 12 V—3.4 W
Ash tray illumination light 12 V—1.7 W
Selector lever illumination light (AT model) 12 V—1.7 W
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Front wiper
motorInput 12 V—54 W or less
Rear wiper motor Input 12 V—42 W or less
Front washer
motorPump type Centrifugal
Input 12 V—36 W or less
Rear washer
motorPump type Centrifugal
Input 12 V—36 W or less
Horn12 V—350 Hz
Cigarette lighter Input 12 V—120 W
Rear window
defoggerInput 12 V—160 W
Indicator light 12 V—50 mA
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1. Body Electrical
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1. Precaution
Before disassembling or reassembling parts, always
disconnect battery ground cable. When repairing
radio, control modules, etc. which are provided with
memory functions, record memory contents before
disconnecting battery ground cable. Otherwise, these
contents are cancelled upon disconnection.
Reassemble parts in reverse order of disassembly
procedure unless otherwise indicated.
Adjust parts to specifications contained in this
manual if so designated.
Connect connectors and hoses securely during
reassembly.
After reassembly, ensure functional parts operate
smoothly.
CAUTION:
Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the
electrical parts and switch.
All Airbag system wiring harness and connectors
are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equip-
ment on these circuit.
Be careful not to damage Airbag system wiring har-
ness when servicing the ignition key cylinder.
G6M0102
2. Battery
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. BATTERY
1) Disconnect the positive (+) terminal after disconnecting
the negative ( ) terminal of battery.
2) Remove flange nuts from battery rods and take off bat-
tery holder.
3) Remove battery.
Tightening torque:
3.4±1.0 N⋅m (0.35±0.1 kg-m, 2.5±0.7 ft-lb)
NOTE:
Clean battery cable terminals and apply grease to retard
the formation of corrosion.
Connect the positive (+) terminal of battery and then the
negative ( ) terminal of the battery.
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1. Precaution - 2. Battery
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1. Precaution
Before disassembling or reassembling parts, always
disconnect battery ground cable. When repairing
radio, control modules, etc. which are provided with
memory functions, record memory contents before
disconnecting battery ground cable. Otherwise, these
contents are cancelled upon disconnection.
Reassemble parts in reverse order of disassembly
procedure unless otherwise indicated.
Adjust parts to specifications contained in this
manual if so designated.
Connect connectors and hoses securely during
reassembly.
After reassembly, ensure functional parts operate
smoothly.
CAUTION:
Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the
electrical parts and switch.
All Airbag system wiring harness and connectors
are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equip-
ment on these circuit.
Be careful not to damage Airbag system wiring har-
ness when servicing the ignition key cylinder.
G6M0102
2. Battery
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. BATTERY
1) Disconnect the positive (+) terminal after disconnecting
the negative ( ) terminal of battery.
2) Remove flange nuts from battery rods and take off bat-
tery holder.
3) Remove battery.
Tightening torque:
3.4±1.0 N⋅m (0.35±0.1 kg-m, 2.5±0.7 ft-lb)
NOTE:
Clean battery cable terminals and apply grease to retard
the formation of corrosion.
Connect the positive (+) terminal of battery and then the
negative ( ) terminal of the battery.
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B: INSPECTION
1. BATTERY
1) External parts
Check for the existence of dirt or cracks on the battery
case, top cover, vent plugs, and terminal posts. If
necessary, clean with water and wipe with a dry cloth.
Apply a thin coat of grease on the terminal posts to prevent
corrosion.
2) Electrolyte level
Check the electrolyte level in each cell. If the level is below
MIN LEVEL, bring the level to MAX LEVEL by pouring dis-
tilled water into the battery cell. Do not fill beyond MAX
LEVEL.
WARNING:
Electrolyte has toxicity; be careful handling the
fluid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Especially
at contact with eyes, blush with water for 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gasses. Keep sparks,
flame, cigarettes away.
Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed space.
For safety, in case an explosion does occur, wear
eye protection or shield your eyes when working near
any battery. Never lean over a battery.
Do not let battery fluid contact eyes, skin, fabrics, or
paint-work because battery fluid is corrosive acid.
To lessen the risk of sparks, remove rings, metal
watch-bands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow
metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and
anything connected to it while you are at the same time
in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle
because a short circuit will be caused.
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G6M0103
3) Specific gravity of electrolyte
Measure specific gravity of electrolyte using a hydrometer
and a thermometer.
Specific gravity varies with temperature of electrolyte so
that it must be corrected at 20°C (68°F) using the follow-
ing equation:
S
20= St + 0.0007 x (t 20)
S
20:Specific gravity corrected at electrolyte tempera-
ture of 20°C (68°F)
St :Measured specific gravity
t :Measured temperature °C
Determine whether or not battery must be charged,
according to corrected specific gravity.
Standard specific gravity: 1.220 — 1.290 [at 20°C
(68°F)]
Measuring the specific gravity of the electrolyte in the bat-
tery will disclose the state of charge of the battery. The
relation between the specific gravity and the state of
charge is as shown in figure.
C: CHARGING
WARNING:
Do not bring an open flame close to the battery at
this time.
CAUTION:
Prior to charging, corroded terminals should be
cleaned with a brush and common baking soda solu-
tion.
Be careful since battery electrolyte overflows while
charging the battery.
Observe instructions when handling battery
charger.
Before charging the battery on vehicle, disconnect
battery ground terminal. Failure to follow this rule may
damage generator’s diodes or other electrical units.
1. NORMAL CHARGING
Charge the battery at current value specified by manufac-
turer or at approximately 1/10 of battery’s ampere hour
rating.
2. QUICK CHARGING
Quick charging is a method in which the battery is charged
in a short period of time with a relatively large current by
using a quick charger.
Since a large current flow raises electrolyte temperature,
the battery is subject to damage if the large current is used
for prolonged time. For this reason, the quick charging
must be carried out within a current range that will not
increase the electrolyte temperature above 40°C (104°F).
It should be also remembered that the quick charging is a
temporary means to bring battery voltage up to a fair value
and, as a rule, a battery should be charged slowly with a
low current.
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![SUBARU LEGACY 1997 Service Repair Manual CAUTION:
Observe the items in 1. NORMAL CHARGING 6-2
[W2C1].
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the
battery because that will shorten battery life.
3. JUDGMENT OF BATTERY IN CHARGED
CONDIT SUBARU LEGACY 1997 Service Repair Manual CAUTION:
Observe the items in 1. NORMAL CHARGING 6-2
[W2C1].
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the
battery because that will shorten battery life.
3. JUDGMENT OF BATTERY IN CHARGED
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CAUTION:
Observe the items in 1. NORMAL CHARGING 6-2
[W2C1].
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the
battery because that will shorten battery life.
3. JUDGMENT OF BATTERY IN CHARGED
CONDITION
1) Specific gravity of electrolyte is held at a specific value
in a range from 1.250 to 1.290 for more than one hour.
2) Voltage per battery cell is held at a specific value in a
range from 2.5 to 2.8 volts for more than one hour.
4. CHECK HYDROMETER FOR STATE OF CHARGE
Hydrometer indicator State of charge Required action
Green dot Above 65% Load test
Dark dot Below 65% Charge battery
Clear dot Low electrolyteReplace battery.* (If
cranking complaint)
*: Check electrical system before replacement.
B6M0236
3. Ignition Switch
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. IGNITION SWITCH
1) Remove screws, separate upper column cover and
lower column cover.
2) Remove instrument panel lower cover.
B6M0333
3) Disconnect ignition switch connector from body har-
ness.
4) Using a drift and hammer, hit the torn bolt head to
loosen and remove the ignition switch.
B6M0334A
5) When installing, tighten the connecting bolt until its
head twists off.
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![SUBARU LEGACY 1997 Service Repair Manual CAUTION:
Observe the items in 1. NORMAL CHARGING 6-2
[W2C1].
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the
battery because that will shorten battery life.
3. JUDGMENT OF BATTERY IN CHARGED
CONDIT SUBARU LEGACY 1997 Service Repair Manual CAUTION:
Observe the items in 1. NORMAL CHARGING 6-2
[W2C1].
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the
battery because that will shorten battery life.
3. JUDGMENT OF BATTERY IN CHARGED
CONDIT](/manual-img/17/57434/w960_57434-1743.png)
CAUTION:
Observe the items in 1. NORMAL CHARGING 6-2
[W2C1].
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the
battery because that will shorten battery life.
3. JUDGMENT OF BATTERY IN CHARGED
CONDITION
1) Specific gravity of electrolyte is held at a specific value
in a range from 1.250 to 1.290 for more than one hour.
2) Voltage per battery cell is held at a specific value in a
range from 2.5 to 2.8 volts for more than one hour.
4. CHECK HYDROMETER FOR STATE OF CHARGE
Hydrometer indicator State of charge Required action
Green dot Above 65% Load test
Dark dot Below 65% Charge battery
Clear dot Low electrolyteReplace battery.* (If
cranking complaint)
*: Check electrical system before replacement.
B6M0236
3. Ignition Switch
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. IGNITION SWITCH
1) Remove screws, separate upper column cover and
lower column cover.
2) Remove instrument panel lower cover.
B6M0333
3) Disconnect ignition switch connector from body har-
ness.
4) Using a drift and hammer, hit the torn bolt head to
loosen and remove the ignition switch.
B6M0334A
5) When installing, tighten the connecting bolt until its
head twists off.
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6-2SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Battery - 3. Ignition Switch