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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Component Replacement -> Condenser Fan & Motor -> Radiator Fan & Motor
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

Condenser Fan & Motor

  • Disconnect fan motor electrical connector.
  • Remove condenser fan bolt from radiator.
  • Remove condenser fan assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Radiator Fan & Motor

Forester
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove lower splash shield.
  • Loosen lower fan shroud bolts, then disconnect radiator fan motor.
  • Lower vehicle and remove belts.
  • Remove upper fan shroud bolts, then fan motor assembly.
  • Remove clip that holds fan motor harness to shroud.
  • Cut tie straps that secure harness to...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Dual Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and plug the ends.
  • If applicable, disconnect fluid warning switch electrical connector.
  • Remove master cylinder retaining nuts and the master cylinder.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
  • Bleed hydraulic system after completing installation.

Dual Proportioning Valve

Inspect brake line connections at DPV f...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1994-04 Except 2004 Impreza WRX STi -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

Wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material. Rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with adjacent metal parts during removal.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove center exhaust pipes bolts and nuts.
  • Remove rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
  • Remove heat shield cover.
  • Place reference mark on front driveline and rear differential flange. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage rear driveline shaft flange yoke or companion flange
  • Remove...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  • Disconnect connector and terminal from alternator.
  • Remove V-belt covers.
  • Remove V-belts.
  • Remove bolts which ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 1998-2004 Legacy, Outback & 2003-04 Baja
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 9,300 ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Rear Differential Oil Temperature Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

The Rear Differential Oil temperature lamp will turn on when ignition switch is placed in On position and should turn off after a few seconds. If lamp illuminates while driving, the vehicle should be pulled off the r...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Remove battery from vehicle.
  • Remove engine splash shield/under cover.
  • Drain engine coolant into suitable container.
  • On models equipped with turbocharger, remove hoses attached to coolant filler tank, then filler tank and bracket.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,remove AFT cooler lines from radiator.
  • On all models, disc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Remove drive belt cover. Wipe off any oil or water on belt and pulley.
  • Loosen lockbolt on slider bolt.
  • Loosen slider bolt.
  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Electrical Components Diagram for 2002 Subaru Legacy  2.5 H4 GASElectrical Components Diagram for 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Level Sensor
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor
  • Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
  • Fuel Sub Level Sensor
  • Solenoid Valve And Switch Diagram for 2002 Subaru Legacy  2.5 H4 GASSolenoid Valve And Switch Diagram for 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • Dropping Resistor
  • Shift Solenoid Valve
  • Line Pressure Duty Solenoid
  • 2-4 Brake Timing Solenoid
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Subaru Legacy  2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Interrupt Relay
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Starter Motor
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • 2002 Subaru Legacy  2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Hazard Switch
  • Turn Signal Indicator Light
  • Turn Signal And Hazard Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION
    Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: REMANUFACTURED TRANSAXLES PROGRAM - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Legacy 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Subaru Legacy AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Subaru Legacy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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