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  1. I'm only guessing 18 gauge. Take wire to HD or Lowes and compare size with wire stripper?
  2. I think S Ted was saying that even after he momentarily clears the cel, cruise is still gerfarked.
  3. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXZ3KXK?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details The above link seems to permanently solve the issue for $30. Changes the function to default to OFF. Read the reviews as it appears to not include installation instructions. History: So many complained that SOA did a software upgrade to allow the user to disable this function. Now there is an option on the infotainment screen to disable the function BUT it will default to the ON position each restart. Have you updated the software on your vehicle? This can be done OTA (over the air). I read that the auto stop/start function works when you stomp on the brake pedal. Does it kick in for a soft press? Happily, this function was never available on my 2019 Outback lower end model.
  4. local you pull yards around CT https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ANrceU4oXw4?feature=share
  5. for those searching, I found the following link and write up that may solve my issue. will report back after I f' up along the way. https://www.clubsub.org.nz/forum/index.php?/topic/53970-electric-seat-base-repair/
  6. While driving today, the driver side front seat gave way on the inner side front corner. As best as I can guess a spot weld(?) may have given way. The seat is automatic and when I try to adjust the seat portion to tilt, it doesn't engage that side. Can the actual cushion be peeled back enough to be able to first locate and then make a repair or do I need to remove the entire seat from the car? Disconnect battery and connectors for heated seat, airbag(?) and James Bond ejector?
  7. on my 05 OB the starter would get stuck on a dead spot. what I did was carry a length of 2x3" that I would thread down from the top and use to tap the starter. Worked every time.
  8. Did Evap eventually become ready? Hopefully all stays good and it's not just coincidence. It's like the outcome of a rain dance. Sometimes you get lucky and rain is in the clouds, other times you can dance all you want and come up dry.
  9. Are you saying the chime is on all of the time?? I will try and find my old post but I never had a problem stopping the chime on my 05 OB that warns if I hadn't buckled my seat belt. Found old post: Turn the key in the ignition to "on", the spot just before starting the engine. Buckle and unbuckle the seatbelt 20 times within 30 seconds. Immediately take the key out of the ignition. Enjoy your chime-less Subaru Edit: you only have to do this once and the chime is off for good. Unless your battery dies. Also, you can toggle the chime on/off by following the same instructions. This worked for me, If that fails, I found this procedure with one variation: try this procedure... I dug it out of NASIOC Step 1. Sit in the driver's seat and close the door. Step 2. Insert the key in the ignition and turn to the "on" position (but do not start the engine). Step 3. Fasten and unfasten the seat belt 20 times within 30 seconds. Then, within 10 seconds, open and close the driver's door. Step 4. The chime will sound when you start the car, but it will not repeatedly sound if the seat belt is not fastened. keep us posted.
  10. https://www.smogtips.com/smog-question/4333/Can-My-Car-Pass-a-Smog-Test-If-Monitors-Are-Not-Ready#:~:text=Gasoline Vehicles%3A&text=- 2000 and newer model year,cause a smog check failure. the above link isn't clearly dated but says 2000+ can pass smog with evap not ready!
  11. Diagnosis is tricky and can be challenging. This therefore that until... oh wait! Never mind. IIRC the evap was the last to become ready on my 05 OB. So is the spacer still in place? If the evap stays shitz, wasn't there discussion earlier about checking out evap system components located somewhere aft? waiting for the end credits to roll before I leave the theater.
  12. Heartless, are you sure it is a "stored code' or is it "pending" and waiting for the next check to trip the P0420 code? My reader actually called it "pending" but I was using the very expensive $19 reader 😉 As I recall, if you use the scan tool or disconnect the battery to erase the code, you will likely have to again wait for systems to become ready.
  13. I think it is normal that light being on with key in on position but goes off with car started? If the 2.5 came from a MY 05+ that might explain why the spacer trick doesn't work? You aren't sure where the 2.5 came from right? I seem to remember someone stating a number less than $2500 worth of unsuccessful repairs that gets you past inspection but don't quote me. Just checked in CT as of 2021 it is $1069 by a certified mechanic. In Delaware (you?) see https://www.dmv.de.gov/forms/veh_serv_forms/pdfs/D19477_ve_inspection_pro.pdf looks like it's $710 see section 3 in above link.
  14. I wouldn't jump in. Are you due for emissions testing? If you have some time, play around with trying to get the systems ready to pass inspxn. and if you get the hang of the handshake, drive it into the ground. That's what I did for 8 years after P0420 afflicted my 05 OB passing inspection every 2 years. That's a lot of $ on an older car with possible issue with your Frankenstein motor swap. And, it might not solve the problem. How sure is ole Scotty of his call and will he guarantee it and for how long? There is a way of flashing the ecu to eliminate the code but you didn't hear it from me. It's illegal and I don't know a guy... BTW is P0440 still gone?
  15. But the oil wasn't on the internal aspect of the spacer?/ If there was oil internally, that cat is in trouble! Fingers crossed. at least 0440 gremlin s gone ... for the moment. I recall reading somewhere that you can pass with 1 (one) system not ready but I don't have first hand knowledge. Don't be discouraged if the 0420 returns as you haven't really done anything that would have cured the P0420. You likely just backed out of the 0440. P0420 is a real bugger but you can reset using your fancy new code reader (?) and hope you clear and set systems ready then scurry over to pass emissions inspection. We get a warning post card about 2 months before inspections become due so I have time to try and cheat the system. Just sit tight now and don't be tempted to do a reset as you will go back to having all the systems needing to reset. With the cel on, the cruise control doesn't work and a few dash lights are flashing but if it bothers you, a piece of black electric tape will cover the light 😉 Keep us posted
  16. yes get rid of the spacer, clear codes (did you buy that cheap code reader/eraser yet?) and see if the 0440 stays off then see if you can get the systems "ready". I can get my systems ready by following a procedure: gas tank 1/2 full drive 55 mph for 15 minutes without changing speed or braking. Slow down to 10 mph then accelerate again to 55. That usually gets the systems ready and then a quick drive right to the inspection station and I'm good for another 2 years. The 0420 is a code that has many possible causes and I refuse to throw my wallet at the great unknown. Sometimes the CEL goes off by itself but no rhyme or reason as far as I can see.
  17. My 2005 OB with 2.5 was not compatible with the spacer trick. 2005 MY forward can't be spacer tricked. Since you don't know what MY your 2.5 engine originated from it couldn't hurt to retrace your steps. Everything I tried, putting a resistor in line etc. just kicked off more codes. If you can get rid of the 0440 then I'd say just get a code reader and trick the system long enough to pass inspections every 2 years. I did that for 8 years on my 05 before it wore out and was junked. I'm at the same point with my 08 now. Consider the new exhaust etc as a write off. You might even reinstall the original O2 sensor if you aren't confident of the Autozone aftermarket. None of the above steps cost more than your time and a few skinned knuckles.
  18. You didn't have a gas cap?? building a Molotov cocktail container? OK well, it should reset itself but if you have a code reader, you can check to see if there are any "readiness" issues. Don't reset the codes for now. I wouldn't let Autozone etc or you to reset the code because then you might have to wait for the proper # and type of drive cycles for all the readiness monitors to reset.
  19. Phyregold's proffile: Location Delaware Vehicles Outback 01 So my fortune teller's guess is his car may be a Studebaker (turbo)
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