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I agree with FairTax. Sounds like a clogged cat. Had a similar issue with my 07. Ran rich for too long with a P0420. The second cat was clogged, not the first. Have your mechanic separate the exhaust between the two and see if it revs freely. If so, you'll also need to replace the first O2 sensor as it controls your AF ratio . O.

Unfortunately the powers that be don't allow copy and paste functions. Nor did they wish to make a separate sticky for fsms. In the new gen faq page 2 under my name, there are links to the fsm. Lists 97 and 99, but 98 is the same body style. O.

They do not rub, Use the site I mentioned. You will not have a problem with the sedan. The width of the tire is the major issue. Cannot go wider than 225/45 on a 17" rim ( which is what I have). Which is the same tire and wheel combo I used on an 07 Legacy. The strut mount location is what gives the clearance. The centerline from the hub to fender distance is the same. O.

I agree with all of the above comments except one. Do buy it first. It was not the engine that was the problem, it was the head gasket design. Once the gaskets are replaced with the updated or mls type properly, the engine is very reliable. It all depends on your confidence level. Easier to replace with a 2.2, but there is always a compromise, in this case HP. It's only 20 HP, but the extra 150 or so lbs of the wagon makes a difference if you drive in a hilly environment. Then you will feel it. O.

the rimsntires site does. I have 17" Enkeis with a 52 offset on my 96 OB. O.

Another great visual site is shown as an attachment. O. rimsntires.txt

Use opposedforces. click on part number under engine electronics, then click on car type and you will see which models etc which are compatible. O.

No offense, but if you don't know what/and where a hg is, you should not be attempting this. Insofar as DOHC heads on an EJ22, which would be boost friendly, go to legacygt.com and look up posts by DOHCEJ22e and you'll find complete info on this particular hybrid. Do search on frankenmotor for the other way around. O.

A friend blew his 2000 2.5 SOHC. I am going to give him my 96 2.5 DOHC short block. I know to use his heads, intake manifold, sensors and tensioner bracket. Also to block the egr port if his doesn't have egr. My question is, is it ok to use the ej25 turbo gasket (642) or is another thickness required as this was the only year that the head design required premium gas. thx in advance. O.

Turning the crank would make the job easier, then you can get one size bearing as they are not the same from the factory.(This adds to cost) Subaru , King or ACL for bearings, your choice. NPR for rings, keep the pistons. Engine gaskets from Fel Pro and the odd O rings from Subaru. O.

Once the panel is removed. Lower the window. At some point (maybe halfway) the bolts will be accessible. Just look at it as you lower, you'll find that point. O.

Sent pic from OpposedForces. Hope this will help you figure it out. V.

No you do not. Just need to disconnect the bypass pipe and radiator hoses and the bolts. Wiggle or pry to remove. Only use a metal gasket on install. I use a little sealant to hold the gasket in place as I work it back on. O.

Use attached link for FSM and go from there. . O. fsm.txt

If you have not removed the t belt, lock the flexplate if auto or block flywheel if mt. Should be a lot easier then. If t belt already removed, take off valve covers and hold the flat part of cam with an open end.. O.

In the meanwhile use the Subaru "conditioner" to help slow the external hg leak. Make sure the system is full. Once it gets hot and pushes into the overflow, you have to do everything to make sure the block side has coolant and minimal air. Stant makes an Xacstat #(not positive of number 474.....) that is the same as Subaru's unit. O.

Don't know of this "fix". Generally (tho not always) this code is related to the 2nd O2 sensor. The fix for this is to replace that sensor. Many have resolved this issue with a spark plug spacer .if there is room to mount. Do search for P0420. O.

if it's disappearing it must be leaking somewhere. He can clean off the bottom of engine and tranny pan as best he can, then park over clean cardboard and trace back to the leak. Definitely have him check the small hoses from the cooler. O/

Have him take a spare alternator belt and tools needed to change it (12mm socket). If he doesn't know how, show him. Few things worse than being stuck in the middle of nowhere and being hosed by someone over a $15 belt. O.

Brightons also had rear drums not discs O.

Subaru's 2.2 gaskets are composite but the 2.5's are MLS. Replacement preferences, Subaru, Six Star, Cometic and then Fel Pro. IMO. Many times your dealer will come close to price matching an online price and it saves the shipping plus wait time. O.

There is an egr workaround. Do a search on legacygt.com. Will have pics etc. O.

There is a rollover valve in the tank piping. Never had occasion to deal with it. I'd call a dealer and ask if it has/needs to be reset and if so how. Spark? Timing correct.? No fuel? Any codes in the system? O.

If necessary just splice the correct plug end. O.

Remote has lost its program. Go to cars101.com and see remote section.to reprogram. Happens when you lose battery connection. O.