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I replaced the head gaskets on my '98 Outback (EJ25D) this fall. Same thing happened - the engine overheated the first time I started it. I was sure I'd screwed up big time, and posted a cry for help here. Thanks to some help from the friends at this board, I heard about 'burping' the cooling system. Did something like what you did, and the car began to run at the right temp, and has continued to do so. Do a search on TheRed, and you should find the thread.
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The following site may be of interest to you. It is all about the 2.5 liter engine found in the 98 Outbacks. I've just finished installing my new head gaskets. It was kind of fun - rewarding to have the thing fire up. But I wish I'd found this site before I ever bought the 98. http://home.comcast.net/~skipnospam/
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Thanks to Snowman and Setright. You were right on the money - airlock. I read the post recommended, burped as recommended, worked like a charm - My Outback is running great, and at the right temp. Again, Thanks! TheRed
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Slept on it, and found your replies this morning. I will certainly try to get the air out! Thanks for the tip, and I'll keep you posted. TheRed
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I completed replacing my head gaskets on my 98 Legacy Outback one hour ago. Started the 2.5 EJ25D right up, and it idled nicely. Breathed a sigh of relief. Watched as thermostat went right to the top, with engine idling (within 10 minutes). The car is overheating faster than before I began the repair. This was my first car repair project. I bought the Haynes, read Skip's head gasket repair page, and dove in. Had the heads machined (and a valve job done) professionally. Bought a AJUSA gasket kit, containing head gaskets and many others. Did not service water pump, but it turned very easily while I had the timing belt off. My upper radiator hose is nice and hot. My coolant levels are good. Had bubbling in the overflow tank the first time the temperature went up. Any suggestions? Am I missing an obvious thing, that will be an easy fix? Or, did I screw up the head gaskets, and so earn another opportunity to tear my engine apart? The Red.