1988 Subaru Justy service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
- Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Trims covered
- GL Hatchback 2-Door
- DL Hatchback 2-Door
Engines covered
- 1.2L 1189CC l3 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
DUE TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRANSMISSION CASE DIPSTICK AND THE FLUID LEVEL CHECKING METHOD, THERE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OF THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE EXTENSION HOUSING BEARING.
THIS COULD CAUSE BEARING SEIZURE AND POSSIBLE REAR WHEELLOCKUP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
INSTALL MODIFIED DIPSTICK AND INSERT INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUAL ON THE CORRECT FLUID LEVEL CHECKIN
INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE RELOCATED ALTERNATOR WIRING AND THE SOLENOID HOSE ALTERNATOR WIRING STAY BRACKET CAN CAUSE WIRE CHAFFING AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.
AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD RESULT IN SMOKE AND POSSIBLYAN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
MODIFY BY REMOVING THE SOLENOID HOSE/ALTERNATOR STAY BRACKET.
OMISSION OF INFORMATION SPECIFIED BY FMVSS 210 FROM OWNER MANUAL.
FAILS TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 210 REGARDING CHILDRESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
ADHESIVE BACKED INSERTS WILL BE FURNISHED WITH THE CORRECT INFORMATION.
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
This bulletin is to advise of SOAs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE (#95V103006) IN JUNE. CALLED DEALERSHIP FOR APPOINTMENT. DROVE VEHICLE TO DEALER-75 MILES ONE WAY. AFTER ARRIVING WAS INFORMED DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS FOR REPAIRS. *AK
EXHAUST SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED; ALSO, FRONT DRIVER'S SEATBACK SEPARATED FROM BOTTOM/WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM CRACKED/ LOCK MECHANISM INTERIOR SPRING BROKE/STRUTS LEAK PREMATURELY AND HOOD RUSTED AROUND LATC
EXHAUST SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED; ALSO, FRONT DRIVER'S SEATBACK SEPARATED FROM BOTTOM/WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM CRACKED/ LOCK MECHANISM INTERIOR SPRING BROKE/STRUTS LEAK PREMATURELY AND HOOD RUSTED AROUND LATC
EXHAUST SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED; ALSO, FRONT DRIVER'S SEATBACK SEPARATED FROM BOTTOM/WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM CRACKED/ LOCK MECHANISM INTERIOR SPRING BROKE/STRUTS LEAK PREMATURELY AND HOOD RUSTED AROUND LATC
EXHAUST SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED; ALSO, FRONT DRIVER'S SEATBACK SEPARATED FROM BOTTOM/WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM CRACKED/ LOCK MECHANISM INTERIOR SPRING BROKE/STRUTS LEAK PREMATURELY AND HOOD RUSTED AROUND LATC
Showing the 5 most serious of 9 complaints filed with NHTSA.
