This comprehensive Subaru B9 Tribeca 2008-2009 Workshop Manual is a valuable resource for both DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics. It provides detailed instructions and high-quality diagrams for a wide range of repair and maintenance procedures. The manual is organized into sections that cover essential areas such as: * **General Information:** Provides an overview of the vehicle, including specifications, safety precautions, and important notes. * **Service Information:** Offers guidance on routine maintenance tasks like oil changes, tire rotations, and filter replacements. * **Suspension:** Explains the intricacies of the suspension system, covering troubleshooting, repair, and component replacement. * **Driveline:** Details the drivetrain system, providing instructions for repairs and adjustments related to axles, differentials, and transmissions. * **Brakes:** Covers the braking system, guiding users through brake pad and rotor replacement, caliper servicing, and ABS diagnostics. * **Steering:** Offers information on steering system components, including power steering, steering wheel adjustments, and steering rack repairs. * **Engine Mechanical:** Provides detailed information on engine components like pistons, valves, and camshafts, aiding in troubleshooting and repair operations. * **Cooling:** Covers the cooling system, addressing issues related to radiators, water pumps, and thermostat replacements. * **Starting:** Explains the starting system, including starter motor diagnostics, battery troubleshooting, and ignition system repairs. * **Ignition:** Covers the ignition system, explaining spark plug replacement, ignition coil diagnostics, and distributor maintenance. * **Emission Controls:** Details the emission control system, including catalytic converter inspection, oxygen sensor replacement, and evaporative emission system troubleshooting. * **Engine Controls:** Provides insights into the engine control system, covering fuel injection, sensor diagnostics, and electronic control module (ECM) programming. * **Transmission:** Focuses on the transmission system, offering instructions for transmission fluid changes, clutch adjustments, and gearbox repairs. * **Transaxle:** Explains the transaxle system, providing guidance on transaxle fluid changes, component replacement, and system diagnostics. * **Exhaust System:** Covers the exhaust system, including muffler replacement, catalytic converter inspection, and exhaust manifold repairs. * **Fuel System:** Details the fuel system, offering information on fuel pump replacement, fuel filter servicing, and fuel injector cleaning. * **HVAC:** Explains the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, covering AC refrigerant charging, heater core replacement, and blower motor diagnostics. * **Instrumentation & Warning Systems:** Provides information on instrument cluster repair, warning light diagnostics, and gauge calibration. * **Battery & Charging System:** Covers the battery and charging system, including battery replacement, alternator diagnostics, and charging system troubleshooting. * **Audio Systems:** Details the audio system, offering information on radio replacement, speaker installation, and amplifier diagnostics. * **Lighting:** Explains the lighting system, including headlight replacement, taillight repair, and turn signal diagnostics. * **Electrical:** Offers comprehensive information on the electrical system, covering wiring diagrams, fuse box locations, and electrical component troubleshooting. * **Body Interior - Exterior:** Provides guidance on interior and exterior body repairs, covering upholstery replacement, trim removal, and paintwork. This manual is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to understand and maintain their Subaru B9 Tribeca. It provides clear and comprehensive information, coupled with detailed illustrations, to help users perform repairs and troubleshooting with confidence.

The Subaru B9 Tribeca, produced from 2005 to 2014, was a mid-size crossover SUV that aimed to offer a blend of ruggedness, practicality, and passenger space. The 2008 and 2009 models, specifically covered by the Workshop Manual (ESM), represent the first generation of the Tribeca, distinguished by its unique, polarizing styling with a prominent grille and angular lines. Power came from a 3.6-liter horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine, delivering 256 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque. This engine was mated to a five-speed automatic transmission, sending power to all four wheels via Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. The Tribeca offered seating for up to seven passengers across three rows, with a spacious cargo area that could be further expanded by folding down the rear seats. Despite its innovative features and spacious cabin, the B9 Tribeca faced criticism for its dated interior design, sluggish acceleration, and lackluster fuel economy compared to competitors. While it was mechanically sound, its complex design and lackluster sales resulted in a relatively short lifespan. This is where the 2008-2009 Workshop Manual (ESM) comes in handy. It serves as a comprehensive guide for mechanics and DIY enthusiasts, providing detailed information on every aspect of the vehicle, from engine and transmission operation to body repairs and electrical systems. This manual is an invaluable resource for understanding the workings of the B9 Tribeca and performing repairs or maintenance effectively.