🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Subaru Model: Legacy & Outback Applicable Years: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 Generation Generation Codes: Second Generation (BD/BG/BK/BP) Codes Chassis Codes: BD (Sedan), BG (Wagon), BK (Outback Wagon) 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY Enthusiasts, Professional Mechanics, Subaru Owners Vehicle Segment: Mid-size car (Legacy) and mid-size crossover SUV (Outback), known for their practicality and all-weather capability. Competitive Analysis Advantage: Provides professional-level information identical to that used by authorized service centers, enabling cost savings on repairs and maintenance. Key Features Accessibility: Instant download, no shipping costs, accessible on Windows & Mac, printable pages for garage use. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: All Models and All Engines Vehicle Variations: Includes specifications and procedures specific to different trim levels and engine options within the Legacy and Outback lines. Page Count Estimated Pages: Over 3000 Manual Type Type: Service Repair Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding, Engine Performance, Timing Belt Replacement, Serpentine Belt Routings with Diagrams, Firing Orders Brakes: Brakes, Brake Servicing Procedures, Parking Brake System Suspension Steering: Front End and Alignment Procedures and Specifications, Suspension, Steering System Drivetrain: Transmission Removal and Installation, Transmission In-Car Servicing, U-Joint and CV-Joint Service Procedures, Drivetrain Components Electrical Electronics: Wiring Diagrams, Computer Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts, Computer Diagnostic Codes, Electrical System Troubleshooting Comfort Convenience: Sunroof, Air Conditioning Service and Capacities Cooling System: Radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant hoses, and fan system service and repair. Exhaust System: Information on exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, mufflers, and pipes, including diagnosis of leaks and rattles. Procedures Included Diagnostics Troubleshooting: Trouble Codes, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts Repair Rebuild: Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding, Component Repair Procedures, Bodywork Repair Maintenance: Factory Maintenance Schedules and Charts, Fluid Capacities, Lubrication Points Bodywork: Repair procedures for body panels, doors, fenders, bumpers, and associated trim, including alignment and adjustment. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive: Covers all aspects from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and wiring diagrams. Diagnostics: Detailed diagnostic procedures, including the use of trouble codes and diagnostic charts to pinpoint system faults. Specifications: Complete torque specifications for critical engine, chassis, and suspension components, ensuring accurate assembly and repair. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Readability: Zoomable for detailed part viewing, printable pages Print Quality Visual Elements: Hundreds of Illustrations, Diagrams, Pictures Binding Type Digital Format: PDF (Digital Download) Paper Type Digital Features: Printable, searchable content (requires Adobe PDF Reader) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Families: EJ Series (EJ22, EJ25, EJ25D SOHC/DOHC) Performance Typical Output: Varies by specific engine (e.g., EJ22: ~135 hp; EJ25D: ~165 hp). Manual includes detailed specifications for all variants. Engine Management: Detailed information on ECU operation, sensor inputs, and diagnostic strategies for engine control systems. Fuel System Induction Type: Naturally Aspirated, Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Delivery: Covers fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter replacement, and fuel pressure testing procedures. Engine Mechanical Cylinder Head: Detailed procedures for cylinder head removal, installation, valve servicing, and gasket replacement. Crucial for EJ25D head gasket issues. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: All-Wheel Drive (Symmetrical AWD) standard on all models Optional Gearbox Options: 4-speed Automatic, 5-speed Manual Features Transmission Service: Detailed procedures for both automatic and manual transmissions, including in-car servicing and removal/installation. Drivetrain Components Axles: Covers CV joint and driveshaft service procedures, essential for maintaining AWD functionality and preventing vibration. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: Sedan (BD), Wagon (BG), Outback Wagon (BK) Interior Features: Covers interior components, trim, and systems. Cargo Features: Includes specifications relevant to cargo area and associated components (e.g., tailgate, rear seats). Weights Curb Weight: Varies by model and trim. Manual includes detailed specifications. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Data: While specific NHTSA/IIHS ratings are not detailed here, the manual provides information for repairing safety-critical systems like brakes and airbags. Active Features Systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Passive Features Features: Airbags (driver/passenger), Seatbelts, Crumple Zones (structural information for repair). Brakes System Components: Covers disc and drum brake systems, calipers, rotors, pads, lines, and master cylinder servicing. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio Systems: Covers factory radio, speaker systems, and associated wiring for repair and replacement. Driver Assistance Features: Basic systems available at the time, such as cruise control. Manual covers diagnosis and repair of related electrical components. Connectivity Features: Primarily focused on basic vehicle electrical systems, not modern connectivity features. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Routine Maintenance: Manual includes factory-recommended schedules for oil changes, fluid checks, filter replacements, and belt inspections/replacements. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil: Covers recommended oil viscosity grades (e.g., 5W-30, 10W-30) and capacities for all engines. Includes specifications for transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid. Known Issues Common Concerns: Manual can aid in diagnosing common issues such as head gasket leaks (particularly on EJ25D), timing belt wear, and A/C system...
DIY Enthusiasts, Professional Mechanics, Subaru Owners
Vehicle Segment:
Mid-size car (Legacy) and mid-size crossover SUV (Outback), known for their practicality and all-weather capability.
Competitive Analysis
Advantage:
Provides professional-level information identical to that used by authorized service centers, enabling cost savings on repairs and maintenance.
Key Features
Accessibility:
Instant download, no shipping costs, accessible on Windows & Mac, printable pages for garage use.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Coverage:
All Models and All Engines
Vehicle Variations:
Includes specifications and procedures specific to different trim levels and engine options within the Legacy and Outback lines.
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Over 3000
Manual Type
Type:
Service Repair Manual / Workshop Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine Mechanical:
Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding, Engine Performance, Timing Belt Replacement, Serpentine Belt Routings with Diagrams, Firing Orders
Brakes:
Brakes, Brake Servicing Procedures, Parking Brake System
Suspension Steering:
Front End and Alignment Procedures and Specifications, Suspension, Steering System
Drivetrain:
Transmission Removal and Installation, Transmission In-Car Servicing, U-Joint and CV-Joint Service Procedures, Drivetrain Components
Electrical Electronics:
Wiring Diagrams, Computer Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts, Computer Diagnostic Codes, Electrical System Troubleshooting
Comfort Convenience:
Sunroof, Air Conditioning Service and Capacities
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant hoses, and fan system service and repair.
Exhaust System:
Information on exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, mufflers, and pipes, including diagnosis of leaks and rattles.
Procedures Included
Diagnostics Troubleshooting:
Trouble Codes, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts
Repair Rebuild:
Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding, Component Repair Procedures, Bodywork Repair
Maintenance:
Factory Maintenance Schedules and Charts, Fluid Capacities, Lubrication Points
Bodywork:
Repair procedures for body panels, doors, fenders, bumpers, and associated trim, including alignment and adjustment.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers all aspects from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and wiring diagrams.
Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic procedures, including the use of trouble codes and diagnostic charts to pinpoint system faults.
Specifications:
Complete torque specifications for critical engine, chassis, and suspension components, ensuring accurate assembly and repair.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Readability:
Zoomable for detailed part viewing, printable pages
Print Quality
Visual Elements:
Hundreds of Illustrations, Diagrams, Pictures
Binding Type
Digital Format:
PDF (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Digital Features:
Printable, searchable content (requires Adobe PDF Reader)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Families:
EJ Series (EJ22, EJ25, EJ25D SOHC/DOHC)
Performance
Typical Output:
Varies by specific engine (e.g., EJ22: ~135 hp; EJ25D: ~165 hp). Manual includes detailed specifications for all variants.
Engine Management:
Detailed information on ECU operation, sensor inputs, and diagnostic strategies for engine control systems.
Detailed procedures for cylinder head removal, installation, valve servicing, and gasket replacement. Crucial for EJ25D head gasket issues.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
All-Wheel Drive (Symmetrical AWD) standard on all models
Optional
Gearbox Options:
4-speed Automatic, 5-speed Manual
Features
Transmission Service:
Detailed procedures for both automatic and manual transmissions, including in-car servicing and removal/installation.
Drivetrain Components
Axles:
Covers CV joint and driveshaft service procedures, essential for maintaining AWD functionality and preventing vibration.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
Sedan (BD), Wagon (BG), Outback Wagon (BK)
Interior
Features:
Covers interior components, trim, and systems.
Cargo
Features:
Includes specifications relevant to cargo area and associated components (e.g., tailgate, rear seats).
Weights
Curb Weight:
Varies by model and trim. Manual includes detailed specifications.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Data:
While specific NHTSA/IIHS ratings are not detailed here, the manual provides information for repairing safety-critical systems like brakes and airbags.
Airbags (driver/passenger), Seatbelts, Crumple Zones (structural information for repair).
Brakes
System Components:
Covers disc and drum brake systems, calipers, rotors, pads, lines, and master cylinder servicing.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio Systems:
Covers factory radio, speaker systems, and associated wiring for repair and replacement.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Basic systems available at the time, such as cruise control. Manual covers diagnosis and repair of related electrical components.
Connectivity
Features:
Primarily focused on basic vehicle electrical systems, not modern connectivity features.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Routine Maintenance:
Manual includes factory-recommended schedules for oil changes, fluid checks, filter replacements, and belt inspections/replacements.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
Covers recommended oil viscosity grades (e.g., 5W-30, 10W-30) and capacities for all engines. Includes specifications for transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid.
Known Issues
Common Concerns:
Manual can aid in diagnosing common issues such as head gasket leaks (particularly on EJ25D), timing belt wear, and A/C system performance.
Lubrication
Grease Points:
Identifies and details lubrication requirements for various chassis components, suspension joints, and linkage points.
Filters
Part Numbers:
Manual can assist in identifying correct part numbers for oil, air, and cabin filters based on model year and engine.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
Subaru Corporation, known for its pioneering work in all-wheel-drive technology.
Model Evolution
Second Gen Legacy:
The second generation Legacy (1995-1999) saw redesigns and the introduction of the Outback as a distinct model, building on the Legacy platform.
Production
Manufacturing:
Globally produced, with primary manufacturing in Japan.