1999 Subaru Legacy Service and Repair Manual

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1999 Subaru Legacy 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

  • Outback Wagon 4-Door
  • L Sedan 4-Door
  • SUS 30th Anniversary Sedan 4-Door
  • L Wagon 4-Door
  • GT Sedan 4-Door
  • L 30th Anniversary Sedan 4-Door
  • Limited 30th Anniversary Sedan 4-Door
  • Limited 30th Anniversary Wagon 4-Door
  • Brighton Wagon 4-Door
  • Outback Limited Wagon 4-Door
  • GT Wagon 4-Door
  • L 30th Anniversary Wagon 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.5L 2458CC H4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.2L 2212CC H4 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

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Vehicle Safety Data

1999 Subaru Legacy Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #98V12700008/06/1998Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, ALSO SERVICE PARTS SUPPLIED TO SUBARU DEALERS ARE INVOLVED (LOT NUMBERS F01 J21D2, F01 J30D2, F02 J09D1, F02 J09D2, AND F02 J20D1). THE PUROLATOR OIL FILTER

Consequence

THIS VAPORIZED OIL SPRAY CAN RESULT IN OIL VAPOR IGNITION BY THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM RESULTING IN A P

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THESE ENGINE OIL FILTERS.

TSB #10240110

This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.

TSB #10219491

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

TSB #10219492

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

TSB #10209915

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).

TSB #10198758

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models

TSB #10198749

This bulletin is to advise of SOAs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.

TSB #10187315

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.

TSB #10179378

Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.

Showing the 8 most recent of 39 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20010508Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported2 injured

WHILE SON WAS DRIVING TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES SO AS TO NEGOTIATE A 90 DEGREE TURN, AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, AND FAILED TO ENGAGE BRAKE SYSTEM. VE

20140520Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I WAS STOPPED AT THE INTERSECTION OF 23RD AND UNION IN SEATTLE ON MY WAY TO WORK. I WAS GOING NORTH. IT WAS ABOUT 7:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, 5/20/2014. I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW A CAR COMIN

20020401Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING 40-45 MPH AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

20010117Component: STEERINGCrash reported1 injured

I WAS ON AN ENTRY RAMP TO INTERSTATE 95 AND FOUND MYSELF A BIT OUT OF LINE IN THE ROAD AFTER I HAD TURNED TO CHECK ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I TRIED TO CORRECT, AND LOST STEERING CONTROL. CAR WENT INTO FISH

20010117Component: STEERINGCrash reported1 injured

I WAS ON AN ENTRY RAMP TO INTERSTATE 95 AND FOUND MYSELF A BIT OUT OF LINE IN THE ROAD AFTER I HAD TURNED TO CHECK ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I TRIED TO CORRECT, AND LOST STEERING CONTROL. CAR WENT INTO FISH

Showing the 5 most serious of 119 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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