What was the hesitation problem on my Subaru Outback?

My hesitation was due to my plug wire on #3 breaking apart after the last spark plug change (I pulled on the proper location of the wires to take the wires off). I changed them in the parking lot of the local Subaru dealership (when I was out of town!). Fixed.

Is it normal to have a shift delay?

Shifting delays are normal in extreme temperature changes, especially bitter cold temperatures. If you notice the delay is absent in warmer temperatures, there’s no need to worry. Avoid revving your engine during shift delays.

Why does my car not shift into third gear?

Such a problem is automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear. The transmission shifts into the first and then to second gear but does not move into the third gear. It seems that the gear slips into neutral when you push it to the third. Another instance could be the automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear at all.

What to do when your transmission delays shifting into drive?

The first thing to do when you notice a delay is to check your transmission fluid. The fluid will tell you what kind of condition your transmission is in based on level, color, and smell. If the fluid is low, dark in color, or has a rancid smell, the vehicle should be taken to a service shop immediately.

Why is my 4L60E not shifting into overdrive?

As the 4L60E ages, one of the most common problems that it develops is that it won’t shift into overdrive anymore. Without overdrive, your vehicle turns into a time machine and takes you back to an era where it was the norm for a vehicle to scream down the highway at 3000 RPM.

How do you reset adaptive shifting on a Mercedes Benz?

This procedure will reset the adaptive shifting points in your Mercedes-Benz automatic Transmission Control Unit (TCU). These simple do it yourself instructions take less than 5 minutes. No tools are required to perform this procedure and make your Mercedes-Benz shift like new.

How long does it take to shift a Mercedes Benz?

These simple do it yourself instructions take less than 5 minutes. No tools are required to perform this procedure and make your Mercedes-Benz shift like new. Try this if your car has been shifting sluggish recently. This will make your car fun to drive again, it’s like getting a free tune-up.

What does it mean when your transmission Cant shift into fourth?

If it can’t shift into fourth anymore, that means that there is a mechanical issue at hand. These things wear out and eventually even a well maintained automatic transmission will fail. We’ll cover them below.

What kind of car is 1998 Legacy Outback?

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Is there a 6 cylinder engine in a Subaru Outback?

After the SVX was discontinued, Subaru did not offer a six-cylinder engine until the EZ30 was developed and released for the Subaru Outback.

When did the Outback Outback EZ30 II come out?

The EZ30 was refreshed in 2003, and when the Tribeca was introduced for the 2006 model year in January 2005, the EZ30 II was the sole engine option. The EZ36 was introduced with the restyled Tribeca for the 2008 model year, and replaced the 3.0 L EZ30 in the Legacy and Outback starting in 2009 for the 2010 model year.

When did Subaru stop making the Outback Sport?

Subaru discontinued the Outback Sport nameplate in 2011. The Outback Sport was replaced in 2012 for the 2013 year model with the XV Crosstrek (later, just Crosstrek in North America and XV elsewhere) as derived from the fourth generation model.

When did the fifth generation Subaru Outback come out?

The fifth-generation Outback appeared in 2014 for the 2015 year model with the sixth generation Legacy, still badged the Legacy Outback for Japan.

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Is there a hesitation problem in a 1999 Legacy wagon?

1999 legacy wagon 2.5-same exact problem everyone else is having, saw this thread and thought yes! Work in an all make shop and have seen tons of weird problems caused by bad grounds. Gotta start with the basics, which we often forget!

Why does my Subaru Outback shake when I accelerate?

The motor mount is responsible for connecting the Subaru Outback’s motor to the chassis. It also needs to absorb a significant amount of vibration. There are a few different types of motor mounts, but the most common kind uses a rubber bushing to dampen the vibration.

What causes a car to hesitate under acceleration?

Crappy plug wire would cause hesitation under acceleration. I swapped out for some quality plug wires and it went away. I just wonder if any one has ran into this in the Loyales. Check your timing. If it’s retarded from spec (~20deg BTDC), it will hesitate. Mine had a nasty hesitation & was generally gutless, it was somehow set at ~10deg BTDC.

When does the new Subaru Outback XT Turbo come out?

You first need to determine which engine you want and then it narrows your choices. For the 2020 model year, Subaru brings a new 2.4-liter turbocharged engine in the Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, and Touring XT models.

Which is better Subaru Outback XT or 2.5i?

If you want a bit more luxury, the Outback 2.5i Limited offers leather seats, an upgraded sound system, LED headlights, push-button start, and a hands-free tailgate. The Limited 2.5i is about $4,300 less than the Limited XT.

What do you need to know about Subaru Outback?

The large majority of Outback buyers will never take their wagon off-road, tow a trailer, or need the extra power for hauling cargo and people over an 11,000-foot mountain pass on a regular basis. You will buy the newly-redesigned Outback for its all-weather capability, safety features, and utility.

Why is my misfire engine sputtering when accelerating?

The misfire still doesn’t seem right. The valve clearance is not necessiarly critical; however the lifter may wear more slowly than the valves recede into the seats thus resulting in valves that don’t close completley. If it’s like my ’00obw it uses a screw&nut adjustment which is fairly straightfoward vs. the buckets/shims setup.

Is it safe to drive a 2004 Subaru Outback?

Since the 2 other sensors didn’t register on the car’s computer, my Subaru mechanic doesn’t feel they’re the problem. Please help. This car is not safe to drive and we have an upcoming vacation planned. Edmunds lists the following technical service bulletin for the 2004 Outback: THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. VEHICLES EQUIPED WITH H-6 3.0L ENGINES.

What does it mean if your Subaru is sputtering?

To a non-mechanic, it feels like the fuel supply is sputtering. We have had it to the mechanic 5 times (3 times to Subaru dealer) and, of course, the problem will not showcase itself during these visits. Only once did the check engine light come on, and that reported a possible problem with the throttle position sensor.

What does it mean when your Subaru is bucking?

We have intermittently experienced a “bucking” issue that is worse going uphill and/or in the rain, and usually happens at speeds over 50 mph. To a non-mechanic, it feels like the fuel supply is sputtering. We have had it to the mechanic 5 times (3 times to Subaru dealer) and, of course, the problem will not showcase itself during these visits.

Are there any problems with the 2005 Subaru Outback?

2005 Subaru Outback Problems In 2005, the Subaru Outback had issues with things like the head gasket leaking, issues with speed control, as well as clutch problems. A number of drivers reported things like the clutch failing even though they were at fairly low mileage still. There were nine recalls issued for the 2005 Subaru Outback model year.

How do you ground a Subaru Legacy International?

Here is a link to someone elses Subaru Legacy International • View topic – Grounding mod question .There are pics further down on the page. It is not quite how I did it but it gives you a pretty good idea. I just went to either side of the intake manifold, and to the two strut towers.

How long has the Subaru Outback been in production?

Even though as we said the Outback has been in production since 1994, we’ll simply focus on models from 2005 to the present. Any further back than 15 years and you’re courting danger with potential problems that could arise from a vehicle that old.

Are there any problems with the 2014 Subaru Outback?

There were also a number of problems with the engine in the 2014 Subaru Outback. Although there were some complaints of excessive oil consumption for this model year, the bigger concern with many drivers was an issue with hesitation when accelerating.

Why does my Subaru Impreza hesitate to accelerate?

Also the engine light was on for about a half a year. The car would first hesitate a lot to accelerate and a couple a day ago did not accelerate up a hill. My local mechanic said it could be two things: the flow meter (sensor next to airfliter) or the throttle sensor. To check the flowmeter it is very easy, just disconect the plug.

Why does my Subaru Forester not respond when I push the accelerator?

Just resolved a similar problem on ’03 Forester 2.0 turbo. Car would not respond for 2 to 3 seconds when the accelerator pedal is pushed. Also, when it finally kicked in it lacked power.

Why does my Subaru stall at low idle?

Anyways, the car no longer stalls, and the rpms don’t sporadically dip when at an idle. The idle itself is a little rough, but i’m sure theres other reasons for that. Just wanted to share my experience since it seems a little more common then I thought.

Are there any problems with the 2010 Subaru Outback?

The chief problem with the 2010 Subaru Outback related to engine issues. In particular, stalling and hesitation were reported by several drivers. The most significant thing to know about the 2010 Outback was that there were seventeen recalls issued affecting this year.

Why does my Subaru Impreza stall at stop lights?

Usually at stop lights or when i would let off the gas and the car would try to find an idle. When it did idle, it idled low and was unstable often dipping to just a couple hundred RPM. I took the advice of Zecher here and cleaned out the TB.

What kind of transmission does a Subaru Outback have?

Since the 2014 model year, the conventional automatic transmissions in North American-spec Subaru vehicles have been replaced with Lineartronic CVTs (with some exceptions such as Outbacks with the 3.6 liter engine). All of Subaru’s three speed automatic transmissions were made by Jatco .

What kind of transmission does a Subaru Legacy have?

The 2010 Legacy and Outback models offer a six-speed manual as one of the two transmission options in the base 2.5i, and is the only option for the Legacy GT model. This transmission is an evolution of the 5MT split-case design, and does not share any parts with the STI’s 6MT transmission.

How did I solve the hesitation problem in my car?

I made up the lengths and took a ground from battery to Intake manifold drivers side (with a cut back to strut tower) then to passenger side manifold and onto the other strut tower, with a final one from battery negative to fire wall.

Can a 2007 Outback Outback air intake be replaced?

I have a 2007 Outback that had the same symptoms. Taking the MAF (Mass Air Flow) Sensor out and spraying some electronic sensor cleaner on it removed the hesitation. There are just two screws that hold it in to the intake, so it is a quick operation. Not sure if long term the MAF needs to be replaced but for now it is holding up.

What kind of car is the Subaru Outback?

The 2021 Subaru Outback offers unmatched technology and safety. It’s an SUV built to take you on adventures in style and comfort. Go where the love takes you.

Which is timing marks do I use in Subaru Outback forums?

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How to win a Subaru Outback of the month?

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What should I do about my 2002 Subaru Outback?

I had the same problem with my Subaru Outback 2002 (141,000 miles). Surging, stalling, no error codes or check engine light. Replaced dead temperature sensor – but that was no help. Replaced the front “Air Fuel Sensor” – that fixed the problem. Total cost to me: $900 for various troubleshooting adventures. Hope you get by cheaper.

Why does my 2002 Subaru Forester hesitate when stopping?

For the past month, intermittently, my mechanic (a good mechanic) has been trying to figure out what is causing my 2002 subaru forester to surge when when stopped, hesitate intermittently when stepping on gas pedal and generally run crappy. He’s Help!! my mechanic is about to throw up his hands and I need my car back!

What causes a surge in a Subaru Forester?

Engine Surge while in Drive and stopped at stop signs and lights. Shifting into neutral stops the surging and idle stabilizes. Engine occasionally stalls or almost stalls when driving very slowly like through a parking lot.

What kind of car is the outback of the month?

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How many miles is’too many’for buying used Subaru?

The specific mode of failure is different from one batch to the next. A 2005+ can develop very slow oil or coolant leaks to the outside world. Combustion never compromised. Once they start weeping they don’t stop until regasketed. The good news is that it’s very slow, and you can drive for years before addressing it beyond top-ups.

Why does my Subaru keep bucking and stalling?

Fuel is a tricky thing. If you buy cheap, you get cheap. If you buy a major brand gas, or a station that has a major brand label/sign, and the station doesn’t see a lot of fuel traffic, water can be an issue, or the settlement of alcohol on the base of the tank is finding its way in to your tank. Bad grounding and/or conductivity.

Are there any recalls on the 2010 Subaru Outback?

The most significant thing to know about the 2010 Outback was that there were seventeen recalls issued affecting this year. Predictably, the airbag inflator explosion issue has continued through this model year with numerous recalls related to the same problem.

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