1996 Subaru Impreza Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Subaru Impreza

  • 1996 Subaru Impreza L 1.8 H4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:2
  • 1996 Subaru Impreza L 1.8 H4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:1
  • 1996 Subaru Impreza L 2.2 H4 GAS, CC:2212, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1996 Subaru Impreza LX 2.2 H4 GAS, CC:2212, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1996 Subaru Impreza Outback 2.2 H4 GAS, CC:2212, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1996 Subaru Impreza Brighton 1.8 H4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:2

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Impreza LX 2.2 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove secondary piston stopper screw with screwdriver as shown in Fig. .
  • Push piston inward, then remove snap ring.
  • Apply pressure to piston assembly while Inserting a small screwdriver into window of piston retainer and raise piston retainer latch as shown in Fig. .
  • Remove primary and secondary piston assemblies. Do not disassemble pistons. if disassembled, the spring settings will change.
  • Inspect master cylinder inside diameter to piston clearance, Service limit is not to exceed 0.043 inch.
  • Clean...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Impreza Outback 2.2 H4 GAS

Front

Refer to Figs. through , when performing the following procedure.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheels.
  • On Loyale models, remove outer parking brake cable clip and disconnect cable.
  • On Legacy Turbo and SVX models, disconnect brake hose from strut.
  • On all except Justy with 12 inch wheels, remove caliper lockpin, then rotate caliper on guide pin.
  • On Justy with 12 inch wheels, remove caliper-to-support retaining bolts, then the boot protector and caliper.
  • On all models, remove brake pads from support.
  • Reverse procedure to install no...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster, Replace -> Except SVX -> Overhaul -> SVX
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Impreza L 1.8 H4 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

Except SVX
  • Disconnect brake fluid level indicator connector, if equipped.
  • Remove master cylinder assembly.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from brake booster.
  • Working from inside the passenger compartment, remove snap pin and operating rod clevis pin from brake pedal assembly.
  • Remove brake booster retaining nuts, then brake booster from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque brake booster retaining nuts to 9-17 ft. lbs.
SVX
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle and remov...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Impreza & 1995 Legacy Less TCS -> Diagnosis & Testing -> ABS Control Module -> ABS Hydraulic Unit -> Accessing Trouble Codes -> Clearing Memory (Erasing Trouble Codes) -> Component Testing -> Diagnostic Procedure -> G Sensor -> Speed Sensors -> Trouble Code 29 -> Trouble Code 41 -> Trouble Code 42 -> Trouble Code 51 -> Trouble Code 52 -> Trouble Code 54 -> Trouble Code 56 -> Trouble Code Diagnosis -> Trouble Code Interpretation -> Trouble Codes 21, 23, 25 & 27 -> Trouble Codes 22, 24, 26 & 28 -> Trouble Codes 31, 33 & 39 -> Warning Light Does Not Illuminate -> Warning Light Remains ON
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Impreza Outback 2.2 H4 GAS

Accessing Trouble Codes

When the control module detects a problem, the information (up to a maximum of three) will be stored in the EEPROM as a trouble code. When there are more than three, the most recent three will be stored. Stored codes will stay in memory until they are cleared.

  • Remove ABS check connector from under steering column, Figs. and .
  • Turn ignition switch off, then ground ABS check connector terminal L, Figs. and .
  • Turn ignition switch to on position. The ABS warning light is now in the diagnostic mode and blinks to identify trouble codes.
  • After st...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Impreza L 1.8 H4 GAS

The brake booster is located inline between the master cylinder and the brake pedal. It serves to mechanically boost the force pushing the pistons of the master cylinder.

The brake booster consists of a power cylinder section and a power piston section. The power cylinder is made up of a front shell, rear shell and a diaphragm. The front and rear shells are connected with the diaphragm placed in between the two. The power cylinder chamber is closed to the atmosphere and the left and right chambers of the diaphragm are kept sealed.

The power piston is ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Impreza & 1995 Legacy Less TCS -> Diagnosis & Testing -> ABS Control Module -> ABS Hydraulic Unit -> Accessing Trouble Codes -> Clearing Memory (Erasing Trouble Codes) -> Component Testing -> Diagnostic Procedure -> G Sensor -> Speed Sensors -> Trouble Code 29 -> Trouble Code 41 -> Trouble Code 42 -> Trouble Code 51 -> Trouble Code 52 -> Trouble Code 54 -> Trouble Code 56 -> Trouble Code Diagnosis -> Trouble Code Interpretation -> Trouble Codes 21, 23, 25 & 27 -> Trouble Codes 22, 24, 26 & 28 -> Trouble Codes 31, 33 & 39 -> Warning Light Does Not Illuminate -> Warning Light Remains ON
Vehicle: 1996 Subaru Impreza LX 2.2 H4 GAS

Accessing Trouble Codes

When the control module detects a problem, the information (up to a maximum of three) will be stored in the EEPROM as a trouble code. When there are more than three, the most recent three will be stored. Stored codes will stay in memory until they are cleared.

  • Remove ABS check connector from under steering column, Figs. and .
  • Turn ignition switch off, then ground ABS check connector terminal L, Figs. and .
  • Turn ignition switch to on position. The ABS warning light is now in the diagnostic mode and blinks to identify trouble codes.
  • After st...

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