1997 SUBARU LEGACY coolant temperature

1. Engine Cooling System
A: SPECIFICATIONS
1. 2200 cc MODEL
Cooling systemElectric fan + Forced engine coolant circulation
system
Total engine coolant capacity
(US qt, Imp qt) Approx. 6.1 (6.4, 5.4)
Engine
coolant
pumpTypeCentrifugal impeller type
Discharge performance IDischarge 20
(5.3 US gal, 4.4 Imp gal)/min.
Pump speed—total engine cool-
ant head760 rpm — 0.3 mAq (1.0 ftAq)
Engine coolant temperature 85°C (185°F)
Discharge performance IIDischarge 100
(26.4 US gal, 22.0 Imp gal)/min.
Pump speed—total engine cool-
ant head3,000 rpm — 5.0 mAq (16.4 ftAq)
Engine coolant temperature 85°C (185°F)
Discharge performance IIIDischarge 200
(52.8 US gal, 44.0 Imp gal)/min.
Pump speed—total engine cool-
ant head6,000 rpm — 23.0 mAq (75.5 ftAq)
Engine coolant temperature 85°C (185°F)
Impeller diameter 76 mm (2.99 in)
Number of impeller vanes 8
Pump pulley diameter 60 mm (2.36 in)
ThermostatTypeWax pellet type
Starts to open 76 — 80°C (169 — 176°F)
Fully opened91°C (196°F)
Valve lift9.0 mm (0.354 in) or more
Valve bore35 mm (1.38 in)
Radiator fanMotor120 W
Fan diameter x Blade 320 mm (12.60 in) x 5
RadiatorTypeCross flow, pressure type
Core dimensions670x361x16mm
(26.38 x 14.21 x 0.63 in)
Pressure range in which cap valve is openAbove: 88±10 kPa
(0.9±0.1 kg/cm
2, 12.8±1.4 psi)
Below: 4.9 to 9.8 kPa
(0.05 to 0.1 kg/cm
2, 0.7 to 1.4 psi)
FinsCorrugated fin type
Reservoir
tankCapacity 0.5
(0.5 US qt, 0.4 Imp qt)
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2-5SPECIFICATIONS AND SERVICE DATA
1. Engine Cooling System

2. 2500 cc MODEL
Cooling systemElectric fan + Forced engine coolant circulation
system
Total engine coolant capacity
(US qt, Imp qt) Approx. 6.1 (6.4, 5.4)
Engine
coolant
pumpTypeCentrifugal impeller type
Discharge performance IDischarge 20
(5.3 US gal, 4.4 Imp gal)/min.
Pump speed—total engine cool-
ant head760 rpm—0.3 mAq (1.0 ftAq)
Engine coolant temperature 85°C (185°F)
Discharge performance IIDischarge 100
(26.4 US gal, 22.0 Imp gal)/min.
Pump speed—total engine cool-
ant head3,000 rpm—5.0 mAq (16.4 ftAq)
Engine coolant temperature 85°C (185°F)
Discharge performance IIIDischarge 200
(52.8 US gal, 44.0 Imp gal)/min.
Pump speed—total engine cool-
ant head6,000 rpm—23.0 mAq (75.5 ftAq)
Engine coolant temperature 85°C (185°F)
Impeller diameter 76 mm (2.99 in)
Number of impeller vanes 8
Pump pulley diameter 60 mm (2.36 in)
ThermostatTypeWax pellet type
Starts to open 76—80°C (169—176°F)
Fully opened91°C (196°F)
Valve lift9.0 mm (0.354 in) or more
Valve bore35 mm (1.38 in)
Radiator fanMotor120 W (main fan)
140 W (sub fan)
Fan diameter x Blade340 mm (13.39 in) x 5 (main fan)
280 mm (11.02 in) x 4 (sub fan)
RadiatorTypeCross flow, pressure type
Core dimensions670x361x25mm
(26.38 x 14.21 x 0.98 in)
Pressure range in which cap valve is openAbove: 88±10 kPa
(0.9±0.1 kg/cm
2, 12.8±1.4 psi)
Below:4.9 to9.8 kPa
(0.05 to0.1 kg/cm
2,0.7 to1.4 psi)
FinsCorrugated fin type
Reservoir
tankCapacity 0.5
(0.5 US qt, 0.4 Imp qt)
B: SERVICE DATA
Engine
coolant
pumpClearance between impeller and caseStandard
Limit0.5—0.7 mm (0.020—0.028 in)
1.0 mm (0.039 in)
“Thrust”runout of impeller end 0.5 mm (0.020 in)
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2-5SPECIFICATIONS AND SERVICE DATA
1. Engine Cooling System

3. Engine Coolant Pipe
G2M0203

1Engine coolant temperature sensor


2Engine coolant temperature gauge


3Engine coolant pipe


4O-ring


5By-pass hose
Tightening torque: N⋅m (kg-m, ft-lb)
T: 6.4±0.5 (0.65±0.05, 4.7±0.4)
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2-5COMPONENT PARTS
3. Engine Coolant Pipe

B2M0140
3) Fill engine coolant into reservoir tank up to upper level.
4) Attach radiator cap and reservoir tank cap properly.
5) Install air vent plug.
6) Warm-up engine completely for more than five minutes
at 2,000 to 3,000 rpm.
7) Stop engine and wait until temperature drops to a safe
level.
8) If engine coolant level drops in radiator, add engine
coolant to filler neck position.
9) If engine coolant level drops from upper level of reser-
voir tank, add engine coolant to upper level.
10) Attach radiator cap and reservoir tank cap properly.
B2M0136
C: CHECKING OF COOLING SYSTEM
1) Remove radiator cap, top off radiator, and attach tester
to radiator in place of cap.
2) Apply a pressure of 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2, 23 psi) to
radiator to check if:
(1) Engine coolant leaks at/around radiator.
(2) Engine coolant leaks at/around hoses or connec-
tions.
CAUTION:
Engine should be off.
Wipe engine coolant from check points in advance.
Be careful to prevent engine coolant from spurting
out when removing tester.
Be careful also not to deform filler neck of radiator
when installing or removing tester.
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2-5SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. On-Car Service

G2M0213
C: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Replace gasket with a new one.
When installing engine coolant pump, tighten bolts
in two stages in numerical sequence as shown in fig-
ure.
Tightening torque:
10
+4
0N⋅m (1.0+0.4
0kg-m, 7.2+2.9
0ft-lb)
G2M0214
3. Thermostat
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1) Drain engine coolant.
Set container under the vehicle, and remove drain cock
from radiator.
2) Disconnect radiator outlet hose from thermostat cover.
3) Remove thermostat cover and gasket, and pull out the
thermostat.
G2M0227
4) Install the thermostat in the intake manifold, and install
the thermostat cover together with a gasket.
CAUTION:
When reinstalling the thermostat, use a new gasket.
The thermostat must be installed with the jiggle pin
upward.
In this time, set the jiggle pin of thermostat for front
side.
G2M0215
B: INSPECTION
Replace the thermostat if the valve does not close com-
pletely at an ambient temperature or if the following test
shows unsatisfactory results.
Immerse the thermostat and a thermometer in water. Raise
water temperature gradually, and measure the temperature
and valve lift when the valve begins to open and when the
valve is fully opened. During the test, agitate the water for
even temperature distribution. The measurement should
be to the specification.
Starts to open:
76.0—80.0°C (169—176°F)
Fully opens:
91°C (196°F)
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2-5SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Engine Coolant Pump - 3. Thermostat

G2M0213
C: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Replace gasket with a new one.
When installing engine coolant pump, tighten bolts
in two stages in numerical sequence as shown in fig-
ure.
Tightening torque:
10
+4
0N⋅m (1.0+0.4
0kg-m, 7.2+2.9
0ft-lb)
G2M0214
3. Thermostat
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1) Drain engine coolant.
Set container under the vehicle, and remove drain cock
from radiator.
2) Disconnect radiator outlet hose from thermostat cover.
3) Remove thermostat cover and gasket, and pull out the
thermostat.
G2M0227
4) Install the thermostat in the intake manifold, and install
the thermostat cover together with a gasket.
CAUTION:
When reinstalling the thermostat, use a new gasket.
The thermostat must be installed with the jiggle pin
upward.
In this time, set the jiggle pin of thermostat for front
side.
G2M0215
B: INSPECTION
Replace the thermostat if the valve does not close com-
pletely at an ambient temperature or if the following test
shows unsatisfactory results.
Immerse the thermostat and a thermometer in water. Raise
water temperature gradually, and measure the temperature
and valve lift when the valve begins to open and when the
valve is fully opened. During the test, agitate the water for
even temperature distribution. The measurement should
be to the specification.
Starts to open:
76.0—80.0°C (169—176°F)
Fully opens:
91°C (196°F)
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2-5SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Engine Coolant Pump - 3. Thermostat

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

A: OPERATION (WITHOUT A/C MODEL)
CONDITION:
Engine coolant temperature is above 95°C (203°F).
TROUBLE SYMPTOM:
Radiator main fan does not operate under the above
condition.
1. Check fuse and power supply.
OK
Not OK
Melted fuse,repair the shorted part of the circuit
,replace fuse.
2. Check harness connector between fuse and
relay box, and A/C relay holder.
OK
Not OK
Repair or replace wiring harness.
3. Check A/C relay holder.
OK
Not OK
Repair or replace A/C relay holder.
4. Check harness connector between A/C relay
holder and main fan motor.
OK
Not OK
Repair or replace wiring harness.
5. Check ground circuit of main fan motor.
OK
Not OK
Repair or replace wiring harness.
6. Check main fan motor.
OK
Not OK
Replace main fan motor.
Refer to 2-7 On-Board Diagnostics II System.
B2M0427A
1. CHECK FUSE AND POWER SUPPLY.
1) Check fuse No. 13.
2) Turn ignition switch to ACC.
3) Measure voltage between fuse and relay box, and body.
Connector & terminal / Specified voltage:
(F40) No. 3—Body / 10 V, or more






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2-5DIAGNOSTICS
2. Radiator Main Fan