Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, Subaru owners seeking in-depth repair knowledge
Advantage:
Provides factory-level detail often missing in aftermarket manuals, enabling professional-level repairs.
Readability:
Features easy-to-read text sections with top-quality diagrams for enhanced comprehension.
Completeness:
Comprehensive coverage designed for the do-it-yourself mechanic as well as professional technicians.
Engine Systems:
Engine mechanical, lubrication, cooling, fuel injection, ignition, exhaust, emissions control
Drivetrain Systems:
Transmission (manual and automatic), clutch, drive axles, differential, AWD system
Suspension Steering:
Front and rear suspension, steering gear, power steering system
Braking Systems:
Front and rear brakes (disc/drum), ABS system (if equipped)
Electrical Systems:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, wiring diagrams, power accessories, HVAC controls
Body Interior:
Body construction, doors, windows, seats, interior trim, HVAC components, exterior trim
Maintenance Procedures:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, timing belt inspection/replacement
Repair Procedures:
Engine overhauls, transmission rebuilds, brake component replacement, suspension component replacement, electrical component diagnosis and repair
Troubleshooting Diagnostics:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting guides, electrical schematics for diagnosis
Specification Data:
Torque specifications, clearances, alignment data, component specifications
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Advanced diagnostics, including electronic control unit (ECU) functions and sensor data interpretation
Repair Complexity:
Covers everything from basic fluid changes to full engine and transmission rebuilds
Diagram Quality:
High-quality, detailed diagrams and illustrations for procedures and component identification
Engine Code And Type:
EJ22 (2.2L SOHC Naturally Aspirated Boxer)
Bore X Stroke:
96.0 mm x 76.5 mm
Horsepower:
130 HP @ 5500 RPM (approximate)
Torque:
137 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM (approximate)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane Recommended)
Engine Control Unit:
ECU (Specific model number varies)
Transmission Type:
5-Speed Manual Transmission (TY754)
Transmission Type:
4-Speed Electronic Automatic Transmission (4EAT)
Drivetrain:
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) standard on all models
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Subaru Genuine Gear Oil API GL-5 75W-90
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Subaru Genuine ATF HP (or equivalent DEXRON II/III compatible)
NHTSA Ratings:
Refer to specific government safety reports for 1995 models. Typically good for its era, but lacks modern advanced systems.
ABS:
Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available on some trims
Airbags:
Driver-side airbag standard
Seatbelts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,750 miles or 3 months (whichever comes first)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Every 105,000 miles or 7 years (critical preventative maintenance)
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.8 US Quarts (4.5 Liters) with filter (Subaru Genuine 5W-30 or 5W-40)
Coolant Capacity:
7.0 US Quarts (6.6 Liters) (Subaru Genuine Coolant Blue/Green or equivalent silicate-free)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 (Subaru Genuine DOT 3 Brake Fluid)
Common Problems Engine:
Head gasket leaks (especially on later EJ series engines, though less prevalent on the EJ22), oil leaks from front crankshaft seal and valve cover gaskets, timing belt tensioner failure.
Common Problems Transmission:
Automatic transmission (4EAT) can develop solenoid issues or require fluid flushes to maintain operation.
Common Problems Suspension:
Worn front control arm bushings, rear trailing arm bushings, and sway bar links are common due to age and mileage.
Common Problems Electrical:
Window regulator failure, power lock actuator issues, corrosion on grounds and connectors, ABS sensor failures.
