1999 SUBARU LEGACY run flat

1. General
A: PRECAUTION
When disassembling or assembling the automatic
transmission, observe the following instructions.
1) Workshop
Provide a place that is clean and free from dust.
Principally the conventional workshop is suitable
except for a dusty place. In a workshop where
grinding work, etc. which produces fine particles is
done, make independent place divided by the vinyl
curtain or the equivalent.
2) Work table
The size of 1 x 1.5 m (40 x 60 in) is large enough
to work, and it is more desirable that its surface be
covered with flat plate like iron plate which is not
rusted too much.
3) Cleaning of exterior
(1) Clean the exterior surface of transmission
with steam and/or kerosene prior to
disassembly, however it should be noted that
vinyl tape be placed on the air breather or oil
level gauge to prevent infiltration of the steam
into the transmission and also the cleaning job
be done away from the place of disassembly
and assembly.
(2) Partial cleaning will do, depending on the
extent of disassembly (such as when disassem-
bly is limited to some certain parts).
4) Disassembly, assembly and cleaning
(1) Disassemble and assemble the transmis-
sion while inspecting the parts in accordance
with the Diagnostics.
(2) During job, do not use gloves. Do not clean
the parts with rags: Use chamois or nylon cloth.
(3) Pay special attention to the air to be used
for cleaning. Get the moisture and the dust rid
of the air as much as possible. Be careful not to
scratch or dent any part while checking for
proper operation with an air gun.
(4) Complete the job from cleaning to comple-
tion of assembly as continuously and speedily
as possible in order to avoid occurrence of sec-
ondary troubles caused by dust. When stopping
the job unavoidably cover the parts with clean
chamois or nylon cloth to keep them away from
any dust.
(5) Use kerosene, white gasoline or the equiva-
lent as washing fluid. Use always new fluid for
cleaning the automatic transmission parts and
never reuse. The used fluid is usable in disas-
semble and assemble work of engine and
manual transmission.
(6) Although the cleaning should be done by
dipping into the washing fluid or blowing of the
pressurized washing fluid, the dipping is more
desirable. (Do not rub with a brush.) Assemblethe parts immediately after the cleaning without
exposure to the air for a while. Besides in case
of washing rubber parts, perform the job quickly
not to dip them into the washing fluid for long
time.
(7) Apply the automatic transmission fluid
(ATF) onto the parts immediately prior to
assembly, and the specified tightening torque
should be observed carefully.
(8) Use vaseline if it is necessary to hold parts
in the position when assembling.
(9) Drain ATF and differential gear oil into a
saucer so that the conditions of fluid and oil can
be inspected.
(10) Do not support axle drive shaft, stator
shaft, input shaft or various pipes when moving
transmission from one place to another.
(11) Always discard old oil seals and O-ring,
and install new ones.
(12) Always discard old oil seals and O-ring,
and install new ones.
(13) Be sure to replace parts which are
damaged, worn, scratched, discolored, etc.
B: INSPECTION
1. ATF LEVEL
1) Raise ATF temperature to 60 to 80ÉC (140 to
176ÉF) from 40 to 60ÉC (104 to 140ÉF) (when cold)
by driving a distance of 5 to 10 km (3 to 6 miles).
NOTE:
The level of ATF varies with fluid temperature. Pay
attention to the fluid temperature when checking oil
level.
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2) Make sure the vehicle is level. After selecting all
positions (P, R, N, D, 3, 2, 1), set the selector lev-
eler in ªPº range. Measure fluid level with the
engine idling.
NOTE:
After running, idle the engine for one or two min-
utes before measurement.
3) If the fluid level is below the center between
upper and lower marks, add the recommended
ATF until the fluid level is found within the specified
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[W1B1]3-2SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. General

1. Suspension
A: IMPROPER VEHICLE POSTURE OR IMPROPER WHEEL ARCH HEIGHT
Possible causes Countermeasures
(1) Permanent distortion or breakage of coil spring Replace.
(2) Unsmooth operation of damper strut Replace.
(3) Installation of wrong strut Replace with proper parts.
(4) Installation of wrong coil spring Replace with proper parts.
B: POOR RIDE COMFORT
1) Large rebound shock
2) Rocking of vehicle continues too long after running over bump and/or hump.
3) Large shock in bumping
Possible causes Countermeasures
(1) Breakage of coil spring Replace.
(2) Over-inflation pressure of tire Adjust.
(3) Improper wheel arch height Adjust or replace coil springs with new ones.
(4) Fault in operation of damper strut Replace.
(5) Damage or deformation of strut mount Replace.
(6) Unsuitability of maximum and/or minimum length of
damper strutReplace with proper parts.
(7) Deformation or loss of bushing Replace.
(8) Deformation or damage of helper in strut assembly Replace.
(9) Oil leakage of damper strut Replace.
C: NOISE
Possible causes Countermeasures
(1) Wear or damage of damper strut component parts Replace.
(2) Loosening of suspension link installing bolt and/or nut Retighten to the specified torque.
(3) Deformation or loss of bushing Replace.
(4) Unsuitability of maximum and/or minimum length of
damper strutReplace with proper parts.
(5) Breakage of coil spring Replace.
(6) Wear or damage of ball joint Replace.
(7) Deformation of stabilizer clamp Replace.
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4-1[K1A0]DIAGNOSTICS
1. Suspension

Trouble Possible cause Corrective action
Rattling noise (intermittent)
While engine is running.Interference with adjacent parts Check clearance.
Correct if necessary.

Loosened installation of oil pump, oil tank, pump bracket, gear-
box or crossmemberRetighten.
Loosened installation of oil pump pulley or other pulley(s) Retighten.
Loosened linkage or play of steering or suspension
Loosened tightening of joint or steering columnRetighten or replace.
Sound generates from the inside of gearbox or oil pump. Replace the gearbox or oil
pump.
Knocking
When turning steering wheel
in both direction with small
angle repeatedly at engine
ON or OFF.Excessive backlash
Loosened lock nut for adjusting backlashAdjust and retighten.
Loosened tightening or play of tie-rod, tie-rod end Retighten or replace.
Grinding noise (continuous)
While engine is running.Vane pump aeration Inspect and retighten fluid line
connection.
Refill fluid and vent air.
Vane pump seizing Replace oil pump.
Pulley bearing seizing of oil pump Replace oil pump.
Folded hose, flat pipe Replace.
Squeal, squeak (intermittent
or continuous)
While engine is running.Maladjustment of pulley belt
Damaged or charged pulley belt
Unequal length of pulley beltsAdjust or replace.
(Replace two belts as a set.)
Run out or soilage of V-groove surface of oil pump pulley Clean or replace.
Sizzling noise (continuous)
While engine is running.Fluid aeration Fix wrong part causing aera-
tion.
Replace fluid and vent air.
Damaged pipe of gearbox Replace pipe.
Abnormal inside of hose or pipe
Flat hose or pipeRectify or replace.
Abnormal inside of oil tank Replace.
Removed oil tank cap Install cap.
Whistle (continuous)
While engine is running.Abnormal pipe of gearbox or abnormal inside of hose Replace bad parts of gearbox
or hose.
Whine or growl (continuous or
intermittent)
While engine is running with/
without steering turned.Loosened installation of oil pump, oil pump bracket Retighten.
Abnormal inside of oil pump, hose Replace oil pump, hose, if the
noise can be heard when run-
ning as well as stand still.
Torque converter growl air conditioner compression growl Remove power steering pul-
ley belt and confirm.
Creaking noise (intermittent)
While engine is running with
steering turned.Abnormal inside of gearbox Replace bad parts of gear-
box.
Abnormal bearing for steering shaft Apply grease or replace.
Generates when turning steering wheel with brake (service or
parking) applied.If the noise goes off when
brake is released, it is normal.
Vibration
While engine is running with/
without steering turned.Too low engine speed at start Adjust and instruct custom-
ers.
Vane pump aeration Fix wrong part.
Vent air.
Damaged valve in oil pump, gearbox Replace oil pump, bad parts
of gearbox.
Looseness of play of steering, suspension parts Retighten.
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[K1E0]4-3DIAGNOSTICS
1. Power Steering