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17 hours ago, idosubaru said:
Fuel pressure should be like 40-70 psi. Get a reading in that before replacing the fuel pump.
All aftermarket fuel pumps, alternators, and starters - basically any electric motor - are far inferior quality than Subaru. They frequently fail in a matter of months. It’s not wise to replace a Subaru unit without definitive diagnosis.
They’re unreliable enough that I’d look for a reasonable mileage used Subaru alternator for that 2013 before I’d install any aftermarket alternator. Used OEM has a very low chance of failing within a year but an aftermarket has a very real chance of doing so.
alternator test with multimeter as I outlined above. National auto parts stores can also test the alternator for you if you remove it snd take it to them. Subaru alternators are easy to remove. Few 10 and 12 mm bolts.
Thank you for the detailed check list. My code reader is in one of my trucks on a job in another town and wont be back for a few days but the Impreza is putting out 14.4 vdc. The car is running fine again for some reason but since it is an auction car it probably sat for a while but no idea how long and the security system seems to operate properly.
One thing I have noticed is the engine is really loud when first started and kinda loud after warmed up. Not a knocking loud or chatter loud just loud, not the exhaust, the engine. Is that normal for a Subaru or is this thing going to nickel and dime me to death?
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My daughters Impreza ran perfect until this morning. it started like normal then a minute later it died. Started it again, 20 seconds later it died again. Didn't try starting it after that. I was told it's a bad alternator but my many years of experience working on older American cars tells me it's more of a fuel related issue. Like a fuel pump going out but I'm not hip at all on these newer computerized cars so I'm probably wrong.
P.S....Just in case I'm right what is the fuel pressure supposed to be on a 2013 Impresza 2.0 and how do I check it?
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On 11/2/2021 at 2:27 AM, heartless said:
just no.. not how you do things.
Here.. Factory Service Manual is available for download.. get it, use it. http://jdmfsm.info/Auto/Japan/Subaru/Impreza/2013/
there should be troubleshooting info included in it.
Awesome service manual, unfortunately I can only read English service manuals.
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Sure but I prefer to do the work myself. Has anyone heard of jump starting the compressor by removing the AC relay and placing a paper clip or jumper of some sort into the socket?
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I'm a new member and new to this forum, thank you for accepting me. I bought a used 2013 Impreza with 120k miles at an auction here in Phoenix and it's a great car, nice body, nice interior and it runs great except for the AC, it does not work. The AC compressor doesn't even kick on. After searching online the AC relay was the #1 suspect but I replaced it and nothing. Another thing is the blower motor/fan inside the car does not blow and the light on the AC control knob on the dash does not light up when pushed, somebody said the blower resistor is bad and preventing the blower fan from blowing but if that's true would it stop the AC compressor from working? I'm thinking not but Its fall here in Phx and it still gets hot during the day so any knowledgeable or experienced responses is most definitely appreciated.
2013 Impreza AC Not Kicking On?
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Well folks against my better judgement I broke down and took the impreza to the dealership. they said the noisy engine was because the belt tensioner was going out and the AC knob/switch is the reason the AC didn't work. So me second guessing my own experience working on cars throughout the years cost me $1450 to replace $120 worth of parts. Live and learn!