danbennett2u

Sorry, its a 92 non-interference.

Ok thanks for the help, I am using the wrong timing mark on the crankshaft I think, I was using the arrow, I guess I will have to search around here to see what I should be using. I did not know that the crank sprocket was held on by the pulley, I am glad it didnt start now!

Help! My old timing belt broke, and I bought a replacement. I got the old one out of there, compressed the tensioner, put the new one on with all of the marks lining up. I tried to start it without the crank pulley or any accessories on to see if it would run and it wouldnt start. When I looked at the belt I noticed that the marks on the belt werent lined up with the marks on the pulleys any longer. I tried a second time and got the same result. is it possible that my tensioner is bad? It pushes back out if I release the pressure holding it in, and it seems to be keeping the belt pretty tight. I need some help from anybody whom may have run into this problem before. Thanks!

I am hesitant to spend 80 bucks for one from my dealership, when the local auto parts store has duralast dayco and gatorback belts for 30-40 bucks. I dont know how much longer this car is going to live, do you guys reccommend I go for the OEM belt anyway or is it ok to go with a non subaru belt? Thanks for the opinions and past experiences with these.

sorry forgot to add... no CEL or flashing lights of any kind

The fluid is bad, more of an orangish color then red, so I will flush it out first. It would be nice if that takes care of the problem. Thanks again for the replies

How can I test the throttle position sensor to find out if it is good or bad? any other thoughts as to something else it could be?

I would agree with the others here in that an EJ22 engined vehicle would be the most trouble free. I own both a first gen legacy and an impreza, the legacy wins for hauling furniture, but the impreza feels more sporty and youthful, and gets better gas mileage with the same engine.

We recently added a 95 Impreza to our family. It has the EJ22 with a 4EAT automatic. Our legacys have the same engine/tranny combination, and I have noticed that the Impreza doesn't like to downshift....the pedal can be to the floor and the tach still at 3000 rpm.....The legacy seems more eager to drop to a lower gear when the gas pedal is depressed. Is there some sort of adjustment that can be done to make this a bit more responsive to jabs at the gas pedal?

Try turning the key to on when the engine is cold. Check to see if the fans are running. If they are running when cold then the Coolant Temperature Sensor is definitely suspect. If this is the case the computer thinks the engine is hot so it doesnt provide the rich mixture needed when the engine is actually cold.

One thing to make note of is that both of your engines are interference... so make sure your timing belt and pulleys are in good condition or you will risk a premature engine failure.

If it overheats when sitting but not driving is it possible that the fan is not turning on? Maybe it is just unplugged?

wow that would be great if that is all it is

I just bought a 95 Impreza wagon, and the brake light on the dash was illuminated this morning for most of my drive. I did not use the parking brake overnight so it was not sticking. It turned off after about 20 minutes Does anyone know what would cause the light to stay on in very cold weather?

I know CVT's in the past have not lasted long, I wonder what kind of improvements have been made to the design to warrant the re-introduction?

Thats for the legacy, the impreza trim panel doesnt seem to have any bolts holding it up from what I remember, I will have to go out and check it

Hi, Just bought a 95 impreza and it has some burned out dash lights. Can someone tell me how to remove the trim around the heater controls, and whether the bulbs are common to purchase at say an auto parts store? Thanks

Self explanatory question, just curious

Hi, been away for awhile, but I am looking at possibly purchasing a 96 outback with blown airbags. I found airbags at a local junkyard for a reasonable price, but was wondering about installation. Is this something that I can do that would be covered in say a chiltons manual, or do I have to take it to a mechanic? if I have to take it to a mechanic, how much should I expect to pay? Thanks

92 Legacy L Wagon 4EAT, 280k on original engine and transmission, lots of power still, and runs very smooth. Averages 24mpg with a high of 29mpg (no exclusively highway tanks). Running E85 +1 gallon unleaded per tank now and getting about 20 mpg in mixed driving... 93 Legacy L Wagon 4EAT, 190k on engine and transmission, idles a little smoother than our 92 but doesnt have a much power and the transmission has some sloppy shifts once in a while. This one was heavily abused by a kid for several years after it was given to him by his parents (wow this car was disgusting when I bought it!) but I still see no reason why it wouldnt make it to 250k. Got 22mpg on gas and getting 20mpg on the same E85/unleaded mixture as the 92.

I am searching for replacement front brake pads for my 93 Legacy, and want to know if pads listed for dual piston calipers will fit on a single piston caliper. I ask because there are dual piston ceramic pads displayed for a Legacy L on rockauto.com even though the post below says they are mainly on turbos. Since they are almost the same price as semi-metallic single piston pads it would be great if they are interchangeable! http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=76707

I know it's not a Subaru but in the 87 Mazda 323 (fuel injected) I had, the cat was completely burnt out.. no issues or CEL. It even passed Denver emissions tests, so it might not affect anything at all. I would be surprised if the loss of backpressure would allow enough extra exhaust gas to flow through to affect the O2 sensor reading but I am not a mechanic.. I don't think it hurts anything else (other than the air quality) if the light doesn't come on

I am not sure about the Impreza's but my 92 and 93 Legacys both have it and mention it on the driver side sun visor... I would look up there and see if it has the notice. I think it might have only been installed on AWD vehicles as well

Not sure, i have never replaced them. Is there a stamping or anything on them that would indicate whether they were genuine Subaru or not? I am hoping to narrow it down to the most likely cause...throwing parts at it is what I am trying to avoid as much as possible since the $$ and time are issues, so I definitely appreciate your suggestions

I have two Legacy's with 4EAT and AWD: a 92 (270k) and a 93 (183k) In both cars there is a similar humming noise at 55-65. I have determined is not the wheel bearing (92 bearing was bad, but changed the bearing and no change in the noise) or tires (several different sets tried between the two cars) . It is also not brake noise. Cornering, acceleration, and deceleration has no effect on the noise at all...I can put it in neutral and take a curve at 60mph and the noise stays the same Since this is a constant noise, could this be a symptom of bad DOJ's? Related question: My 93 also vibrates on acceleration around 20mph, but not as bad when cold. My guess is a worn transmission mount at least partially causing this, and cold weather makes the rubber in the mount stiffen up?? Possibly with bad DOJ adding to the problem...would this make sense or am I off base? Note: I posted a similar question several months ago but did not have the 93, and since I have more info I didn't want to drag up an old post