When does the Check Engine light come on on a Subaru Legacy?
Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 2000 Legacy is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds? This will help your mechanic evaluate the issue.
What are the codes for Subaru check engine light codes?
P1086Tumble Generator Valve #2 (LH) Position Sensor Circuit Low Input P1087Tumble Generator Valve #2 (LH) Position Sensor Circuit High Input P1088Tumble Generator Valve #1 (RH) Position Sensor Circuit Low Input P1089Tumble Generator Valve #1 (RH) Position Sensor Circuit High Input P1090Tumble Generator Valve #1 (RH) Malfunction (Stuck Open)
How do you reset check engine light on Subaru Outback?
Wait 5 minutes, then reconnect the cable and tighten the retaining nut. Start the engine and wait for the Subaru’s computer to reset the check engine light.
What kind of engine does a 2004 Legacy wagon have?
If you are reading this message, you probably know what this is all about. You have gone through multiple ‘check engine’ light episodes, have replaced multiple oxygen sensors, and are on your third or fourth catalytic converter. I had a 2004 Legacy wagon with 80,000 mi, and my friend (still) has a 2004 Outback.
Why does my check engine light come on?
The Subaru check engine light comes on when there is a problem with the Subaru’s emissions control system. The Subaru’s computer, called an ECU, generates fault codes that pertain to various sensors on the vehicle. If one of these sensors fails, it will trigger a fault code.
What’s the best way to reset a check engine light?
In such a case, it is highly recommended to check the codes with a scanner instead. Switching the ignition on and off is also one method of hard reset without disconnecting batteries. Put the keys in your ignition and turn your ignition on and off consecutively after a second in each step.
Are there any problems with the Subaru Legacy?
Repeated engine problems with head gaskets, a common Subaru problem, required a rebuild at 75,000 miles and the whole engine to implode at 127,000! This required a whole new rebuilt engine to be installed to resurrect the car . It drives nice when its working, but reliability is a huge issue so be cautious!
Where is the alarm reset button on a legacy?
If you dont have a remote then you must turn the car on, DON’T TOUCH ANYTHING and push the alarm reset button under the dash on drivers side. It should be about a fingers length infront of the hood opener (this is for a legacy it might be in a different place for an Impreza, but should be in the same general area.))