Why do Subarus run hot?
Low Coolant Level / Coolant Leak The system is totally enclosed, meaning coolant should not leak or evaporate out of the system. However, if the radiator springs a leak, or a coolant hose is ruptured, coolant could seep out of the system, reducing cooling performance and allowing the engine to overheat.
How can I tell if my Subaru is overheating?
You can get another fairly definitive test response by having a hydrocarbon sensor “sniff” the bubbles emanating from the coolant (rad cap or expansion tank if visible) to show exhaust gases present in the coolant. That nails the diagnosis.
What should I do if my Subaru water pump overheats?
Also note that Subaru water pumps are also ultra-reliable, so when you replace the HGs DO of course replace the t-belt (since it comes off!), and test its tensioners, but leave the water pump alone to save a few bucks. Sounds like heresy, but remember that Subies are unlike Hondas, Toyotas and VWs that eat water pumps for lunch.
Why does my Subaru Outlander have a bad coolant leak?
If it is loosing coolant and it is not a leak, it is most likely a head gasket issue. When having a bad head gasket coolant sometimes goes from the head gasket leak directly to the combustion chamber and the problem will not put oil in the coolant and vice versa. With the poor history Subaru has with head gaskets, this is the most likely cause.
Can a Subaru T-stat thermostat be bad?
Note also that unless you’ve replaced the OE big thermostat with a cheaper, smaller-orificed aftermarket one, the OE t-stat is NEVER the culprit in this scenario, so don’t bother to replace it if it’s the big OE one. I’ve tested so many of these and NEVER found a bad one, so don’t waste your time.
What are the specs of a 1990 Subaru Legacy?
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When did the Subaru Legacy first come out?
The first generation Subaru Legacy is a mid-size family car / wagon developed by Fuji Heavy Industries. The Legacy was an all new model, and was considered a notable departure from Subaru products in the past. The worldwide introduction of the Legacy sedan and wagon was achieved in 1989.
What are the trim levels of the Subaru Legacy?
The Legacy; the more time you spend with it, the more you will appreciate it. The European, British and Australian versions were offered with three trim levels; the upscale GX, the more affordable LX in Australia called the GL in Europe and the UK, and the very basic DL in parts of Europe, with AWD offered as an option on the GX, LX and GL.
When did the beltline treatment start on the Subaru Legacy?
The beltline treatment was used again on the SVX when it was introduced in 1992. The Legacy broke with many Subaru traditions, such as no longer locating the spare tire in the engine compartment, behind the engine and above the transmission, a tradition started with the 1966 Subaru 1000, a method also used in the Citroën GS.