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here's the link… http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=2498&page=1&pp=10&highlight=climate+control+backlight the instructions are pretty straightforward and have pictures. It just takes a little patience and most of a saturday afternoon. For what it's worth, I'm on my THIRD Legacy now and I've never had one with a set of climate control bulbs that worked. lol

Just had a knock sensor replaced on my 98 Legacy 2.2 AT. CEL came on and off periodically until I replaced it. No problems or codes since it was replaced. Part was $70 I think and labor was $40. I'll do it myself if i need another one. It's just a bolt on part located under the air box. -Ed

Hi Joe, Definitely a 2.2L which, btw, as most people on this board will probably tell you, is a more reliable engine. I have the same car. - Ed

Hi Andy. Do a search for HVAC lighting and you'll find that someone ( I think it was Josh) posted a great step by step tutorial - with photos - on replacing the HVAC bulbs. It's not hard to do, but it will probably take a whole Saturday afternoon. As far as the cruise control light, sorry I can't help you with that but someone here will have the answer for you. If it makes you feel better, i do't think it's a mileage thing. I just think Subaru uses inexpensive bulbs. I had a 95 Legacy with 157k miles and the HVAC lights were out for years. The 98 Legacy with 108K miles I am driving now also has burned out HVAC bulbs. I bought it at 99K and they were burned out then. I think if you took an unofficial survey A LOT of people on here would tell you either their HVAC lights are burned out or they've replaced them. Let us know how you make out. Ed

In general, yes 82K is a lot of miles for a 2 yr. old car...but I wouldn't let that scare you off right away...some member of this board have 3X that on their soobs. It looks like another good one you found (from the outside anyway). I would just use the same precautions you used on the last one..run a carfax, ask about service records if they are available, headgaskets, etc. Let us know how you make out. - Ed

Yeah, that's a shame. I guess that was worth the $24.95. Let us know if you find anything else.

It looks like it's in great shape cosmetically! I would definitely give this one a second look if I was in the market. Did you run a carfax? I would do that or ask on this board to see if someone will do it for you. See if the owner has good service records, ask about Head Gasket issues...notorious on the 2.5 engines. Other than that, I think the price is actually very good already but you may be able to negotiate a little...let us know how you make out.

For ONE or a set of 4? Either way, that's a little ridiculous. Ya know what..that gaping hole isn't bothering me THAT much after all. lol...I'll keep my eyes open on e-bay and junkyards. Thanks.

They can be tricky sometimes. If you're doing it by hand, you sorta have to twist and pull at the same time. Most auto supply places sell spark plug boot pullers. They look like pliers with the ends specially made for gripping the spark plug wire. You could try those too. Let us know how you make out. Ed

Hi. I just noticed I am missing a center cap (disc) on one of the front hubcaps on my 1998 Legacy L. It's just a plain, flat stock disc. Not exactly the end of the world but, I'm pretty obsessive about keeping my Legacy clean and well-maintained. I was wondering if there is a source where I can get these? Do I have to scavenge junkyards? Any help appreciated. - Ed

What part of PA are you in? Try http://www.welshsubaru.com (they're in Limerick)

Hi. I had a similar problem with a '95 Legacy and it turned out to be an A/C problem. Did you by chance, have the air conditioning on before you noticed the water? Just a thought. - Ed

Yeah..i have to throw my hat in with the "a lot of money for a lot of miles" crowd. I would keep shopping. Here in PA, I got a 1998 Legacy L (automatic) with 97k last year for $5,000. I would check Ebay, your local papers, etc. or just call your local used car dealers and tell them you're looking for a 99-00 Outback with less than 100k miles. -Ed

Did you already fix the HG problem or are you going to buy the warranty for that? If you already shelled out the $ and fixed the HG, I wouldn't buy the warranty. Personally, I think $1375 sounds high. Your car's only 3 years old. If it covers you 'til 100k miles, you're only buying 70k worth of warranty. I'm sure others here will chime in with great advice, but my 2¢ would be to NOT get it and just keep up with routine maintenance. -Ed

Sorry I can't help you too much with your other questions, but here's a link to a source for cats. You might want to give them a call, because they don't have a price listed for a CA model for your car... http://www.import-catalytic-converter-warehouse.com/

They make an automotive weatherstripping glue. You can get it at any auto parts store. Just pull the weatherstripping out a little, add a few globs of glue and push it back into place with a wide screwdriver or puttyknife. You can use masking tape to hold it in place while it dries. Use your passenger side door as a guide to see where the weatherstripping goes in and where it goes out. - Ed

Hmm, i don't know...is the heater hose still "looped"? I'd fix that, then drain the system, replace the thermostat and re-fill, making sure to thoroughly "burp" the system of air pockets. I'm sure someone else here will give you more ideas. - Ed

Hi Photo. First thing to do would be try other CD's. Does it do the same thing with other CD's?. If not, the CD may be scratched or dirty. You can try cleaning the disc with some Isopropyl Alcohol a soft cloth. Just use gentle circle motions. You can also repair most CD's with a DiscDoctor. They are available at any electronics or CD store and go for about $40. Also, you can buy a LensCleaner kit for the INTERNAL laser in your CD player. I suppose anything is possible, but just because you let the car sit for a few weeks, i doubt very much it is a moisture problem. Try the above before you do anything and keep us posted. Thanks Ed

Yeah, sorry to hear about the damage. Luckily, no one was injured. 25-30 mph can cause a lot of damage apparently. Looking at the damage all the way over on the passenger side of the bumper, looks like maybe he hit and slid along it. I'd give him the benefit of the doubt. As most of us can attest, sliding or slipping on ice or snow and losing control can be quite scary. Everyone reacts (or doesn't react) differently. It all depends on experience and reflexes I guess. I'd just chalk it up to bad luck and let the ins. co. fix it for you. - Ed

Hey sxexpert, thanks for the post. Do you have a 105k service special? I'll have to stop in and see you for a timing belt/water pump deal on my 98 Legacy L (2.2L/auto) in the next few weeks. Thanks. - Ed

Yeah, I'm with Keith on this one. Not that big a deal. Give them the benefit of the doubt. With the holidays and everything, 2 weeks is about the time it took their business office to get all your sales info into their computer, add you to their database and then shoot out an automated, pre-printed postcard from their service dept. to you. They just based the mileage on the info they had at the time. I don't know anything about that particular dealership, but i wouldn't hold that against them. Give them time, I'm sure they'll piss you off for good reason sooner or later! lol Ed

Howard, send a PM to SVXpert. He's got a place right over the bridge in NJ and specializes in Subes. He's a nice guy and responds to all e-mails and has great prices. I plan on taking my Legacy to him when the weather changes for some tune-up/maintenance/100k stuff. - Ed

Hi Casper. Code 1507 comes up for faulty idle solenoid. Did you check all the connections and make sure you have proper contact and nothing's corroded. Did you try clearing the CEL (disconnect the neg. battery terminal for 20-30 minutes then reconnect) and see if it lights up again? Keep us posted - Ed

Hi dacarzi. I'm in Philadelphia too (just outside the city in Delaware County) and I put Michelin Harmony tires on my 98 Legacy L last year. I HIGHLY recommend them. Had no trouble at all in last year's snow and looking forward to what this winter brings. Check out the Harmony on tirerack.com. I got my mine at a Valley Forge Auto shop. They install them, balance them for free and give you a 1 year/12,000 mile warranty where they'll replace a tire for free if it's damaged or punctured. I'll have to find my receipt and see how much i paid...but i think it was worth it to go with the Michelin Harmony tire. - Ed

Hi Stu. You'll get some great advice on this board from others, but I'll be the first to jump in on this one. Since you're doing the timing belt, most people will tell you to at the very least INSPECT the water pump, some will say REPLACE it since you're doing all the labor anyway. Other things to look at and/or replace will be the upper and lower radiator hoses (since you'll have to drain the cooling system if you're doing water pump). You might also want to consider doing the cam seals. There are some great step by step walkthroughs on this board and elsewhere if you think you're mechanically inclined and want to attempt to do the job yourself. Otherwise, either a dealer or mechanic can do it. My dealer actually turned out to be a little cheaper when i had my 95 legacy done. As far as cost: if you have someone do it, probably around $400-$650. You can get the parts at 1stsubaruparts…belt (~$50), water pump (~$125). Hope this helps. - Ed