1997 Subaru Impreza Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Subaru Impreza

  • 1997 Subaru Impreza L 2.2 H4 GAS, CC:2212, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1997 Subaru Impreza Outback 2.2 H4 GAS, CC:2212, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton 1.8 H4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:2
  • 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton 2.2 H4 GAS, CC:2212, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:4

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Impreza -> System Service -> ABS Control Module & Hydraulic Control Unit -> ABS Wheel Sensor -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Front -> G Sensor -> Rear
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Impreza L 2.2 H4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

  • Start with wheels connecting to secondary chamber of master cylinder.
  • Inspect for leaks at joints and connection in brake system, repair as necessary.
  • Fit one end of a suitable vinyl hose over brake bleeder and place other end into a container filled with brake fluid.
  • Slowly depress brake pedal and keep depressed.
  • Open bleeder crew and release fluid for one to two seconds.
  • Close bleeder screw and release pedal.
  • Repeat steps until all air is discharged from system.

Component Replacement

ABS Wheel Sensor
Front
  • Disconnect ABS sensor connector located in engine compartment ne...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Impreza L 2.2 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove cylinder pin, 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, 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 all parts with clean brake fluid, do...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton 1.8 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove cylinder pin, 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, 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 all parts with clean brake fluid, do...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Forester & Impreza -> Front -> Legacy & Outback -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Replacement -> SVX
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton 1.8 H4 GAS

Replacement

Front
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheels.
  • Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Plug hose to prevent fluid leakage.
  • Remove caliper lockpin, rotate caliper on guide pin, then remove caliper, Figs. and .
  • Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
    • Refer to Figs. and for tightening values.
    • After completing installation, bleed hydraulic system as outlined under, "Hydraulic Brake Systems," "Brake System Bleed."
Rear
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove rear wheels.
  • Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Plug brake to prevent fluid leakage.
  • Remove caliper retaining bo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster, Replace -> Forester, Impreza, Legacy & Outback -> Overhaul -> SVX
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton 1.8 H4 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

Forester, Impreza, Legacy & Outback
  • 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 10-17 ft. lbs.
SVX
  • Raise and support vehicle and remo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Subaru Impreza AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Subaru Impreza cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Impreza -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Less Select Monitor -> Preliminary Inspection -> Wiring Diagram -> With Select monitor
Vehicle: 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton 1.8 H4 GAS

Preliminary Inspection

  • Ensure battery voltage is 12 volts or more and specific gravity is above 1.260.
  • Inspect brake fluid level and for brake fluid leakage.
  • Inspect brake drag.
  • Inspect brake pads and rotors.
  • Inspect tires for excessive wear and proper inflation.

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Less Select Monitor

When on board diagnosis of the ABS control module detects a problem, the information (up to a maximum of three) will be stored in the EEPROM as a diagnostic trouble code (DTC). When there are more than three, the most recent three will be stored. Stored codes will stay ...

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