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

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Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

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When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 oz. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 oz. of oil.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Hill Holder Service
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

Refer to "Rear Axle & Sus... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Justy w/Carbureted Engine -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • On Impreza, SVX, 1990-94 Legacy models,fold down the rear seat back, then remove the floor mat and access hole lid.
  • On 1995-00 Legacy models, remove the rear seat cushion and seat back, then the floor mat and access hole lid.
  • On all models, disconnect the fuel pump relay electrical connector.
  • Start the engine and operate until it stalls.
  • After the engine has stalled, crank the engine for at least 5 seconds.
  • Place the ignition switch in Off position.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Connect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  • On...

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 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 Outback AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect solenoid wiring at starter.
  • Remo...

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

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 1998-2004 Legacy, Outback & 2003-04 Baja
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 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 Outback AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Warning ->
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

If the Brake System warning lamp and the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) warning lamp illuminate simultaneously while driving the vehicle, a malfunction in the EBD system is indicated. If both warning lamps illuminate, stop the vehicle in the nearest flat safe place. Turn the engine off and apply the parking brake. Restart the engine and release the parking brake, if both the warning lamp...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

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

Solenoid Valve, Emission Control System Parts And Ignition System Parts Diagram for 2002 Subaru Outback  3.0 H6 GASSolenoid Valve, Emission Control System Parts And Ignition System Parts Diagram for 2002 Subaru Outback 3.0 H6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Purge Control Solenoid Valve
  • Ignition Coil
  • Idle Air Control Solenoid Valve
  • Igniter Assembly
  • Engine Electrical Components Diagram for 2002 Subaru Outback  2.5 H4 GASEngine Electrical Components Diagram for 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Level Sensor
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor
  • Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
  • Fuel Sub Level Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

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

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

    Components on diagram:
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • Stop Light Switch
  • Key Warning Switch
  • Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Module
  • 2002 Subaru Outback  2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Generator
  • Charge Warning Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Subaru Outback AUTOMOBILES

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

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

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

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

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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 Outback 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 Outback 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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