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Is There An Inertia Switch On 2003 Subaru Impreza
My son had a front end crash and the car won't start. There seemed to be only body damage. I wanted ...
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Popular 2003 Subaru Impreza Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 27
Index
Area cover ...6-14 Tie-down hooks ...6-16 Catalytic converter ...8-4 Center Console ...6-6 Ventilators ...4-3 Visor ...6-4 Changing Flat tire ...9-5 Oil and oil filter ...11-11 Charge warning light ...3-12 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...3-11 Checking Brake pedal free play ...11-37 Brake pedal reserve distance ...11-37 Clutch function ...11-38 Clutch pedal free play...
Owner's Manual - Page 35
...higher may be temporarily used. Engine oil capacity:
Non turbo models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) Turbo models: 4.8 US qt (4.5 liters, 4.0 Imp qt)
Cold tire pressure:
See the label located under the driver's door latch.
If premium unleaded gasoline is commonly referred to "Fuel" section in this manual.
GAS STATION REFERENCE
Fuel:
2.5 Liter models: Use only unleaded gasoline with...
Owner's Manual - Page 132
... switch - Wagon ...
3-18 3-19 3-20 3-20 3-21
3-22 3-24
Warning and indicator lights ...Seatbelt warning light and chime ...SRS airbag system warning light ...CHECK ENGINE warning light/ Malfunction indicator lamp ...Charge warning light ...Oil pressure warning light ...AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) ...ABS warning light ...Brake system warning light ...Door open warning lights...
Owner's Manual - Page 175
...
4-12 using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty.
J Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator is normal and does not indicate any problem with the air conditioning system.
Therefore...
Owner's Manual - Page 232
... the air cleaner. D Fuel system damage or driveability problems which may affect the performance of your vehicle's catalytic converter and may be used in your emission control system working properly, and is permitted to an authorized dealer for the proper operation of improper fuel are experienced and you should contain no lower than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for service. Many...
Owner's Manual - Page 264
... the catalytic converter. D Never start the engine by pushing or pulling the vehicle. D Avoid racing the engine.
8-4 Driving tips
Catalytic converter
Non-turbo models Turbo models
The catalytic converter is installed in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust. To avoid damage to reduce HC, CO and NOx in the exhaust system. It serves as catalyst to the catalytic converter: D Use...
Owner's Manual - Page 265
...the recommended maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the best condition at all times, always have your engine tuned-up. Driving tips
D Never turn off the ignition switch while the vehicle is very hot.
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8-5 WARNING
D Avoid fire hazards.
grass, paper, rags or leaves), because the catalytic converter operates at the specified time or mileage intervals...
Owner's Manual - Page 267
.... D Tire chains should keep the following tips in chapter 9. Using other sizes may affect ride, handling, braking, speedometer/odometer calibration, and clearance between the body and tires. D Always use only the same size, construction, brand, and load range as to avoid damaging the AWD system, you should always be dangerous and lead to climb steeper roads under the
door latch on...
Owner's Manual - Page 270
... not using common sense precautions such as tire chains, a window scraper, a bag of proper grade and viscosity for warranty coverage. When the road surface is not eligible for
8-10 Remember that specified in the maintenance schedule described in good condition to provide enough power for MT and AT). Check the battery and cables. Cold temperatures reduce battery capacity...
Owner's Manual - Page 275
... selector lever back and forth between the tire and body. Refer to the "Automatic transmission" section in chapter 7 for the WRX because of lack of a sudden stop or accident. Do not race the engine. D Never allow passengers to free it could easily lead to a serious accident. Keep luggage or cargo low, as close to free the vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 277
... Capacity Weight on the tire information label attached to the driver's side door jamb. The tire information label also shows recommended tire inflation pressure under full loading and trailer towing conditions. The maximum load you can carry in Chapter 11. GVW is shown as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of the vehicle, fuel...
Owner's Manual - Page 287
... and satisfaction depend upon proper use your SUBARU dealer to assist you do not apply to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by the trailer and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your car's engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on correct installation and use provided by trailer towing. In addition, be towed with a new vehicle or...
Owner's Manual - Page 302
The temporary spare tire is used. CAUTION
1) Spare fuse 2) FWD connector
NOTE
(If your vehicle is AWD with automatic transmission, except Turbo models) Before driving your vehicle with the temporary spare tire, put a spare fuse inside the FWD connector in the main fuse box located in the engine compartment and confirm that the Front-wheel drive warning light "FWD" in severe mechanical damage to...
Owner's Manual - Page 330
...37
Cooling system ...11-15 Air cleaner element
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11-20
11-20 11-24
Replacing the air cleaner element Recommended spark plugs
Spark plugs ...11-23
... Maintenance and service
Maintenance schedule ...Maintenance precautions ...Engine hood ...Engine compartment overview ...2.5 liter model ...2.0 liter (Turbo) model ...Checking the oil level ...Changing the oil and oil filter ...Recommended grade...
Owner's Manual - Page 341
... Non-turbo models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) Turbo models: 4.8 US qt (4.5 liters, 4.0 Imp qt)
1) Oil filter
6. The quantity of drained oil differs slightly depending on the quantity of a turn after the oil has completely drained out. Tighten it reaches the normal operating temperature. Check the oil level again and if necessary, add more engine oil.
11-12 Maintenance and service...
Owner's Manual - Page 344
... and grade shown in this owner's manual, and must follow the oil and filter changing intervals shown in the maintenance schedule. Never mix different kinds of coolant.
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11-15 It is recommended. J Synthetic oil
You can use synthetic engine oil that meets the same requirements given for heavy-duty applications such as towing a trailer, use of oil with a high quality, corrosion...
Owner's Manual - Page 352
... the air cleaner case and then snap the two clamps on the air cleaner case cover. Maintenance and service
Spark plugs
4. It may be replaced according to replace the spark plugs. The spark plugs should be difficult to the maintenance schedule in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".
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11-23
It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer...
Owner's Manual - Page 353
Drive belts
J Recommended spark plugs
Non-turbo models: RC10YC4 (Champion) BKR6E-11 (NGK) BKR5E-11 (NGK) PFR6G (NGK) 1) Power steering pump pulley 2) Air conditioner compressor pulley 3) Crank pulley
Turbo models:
The alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioner compressor depend on drive belts. To check belt tension, place a straightedge (ruler) across two adjacent pulleys and ...
Owner's Manual - Page 354
Maintenance and service
worn, contact your SUBARU dealer.
in (mm) Deflection New belt A B 0.28 - 0.35 (7.0 - 9.0) 0.30 - 0.33 (7.5 - 8.5) Used belt 0.35 - 0.43 (9.0 - 11.0) 0.35 - 0.40 (9.0 - 10.0)
Manual transmission oil
J Checking the oil level
Non-turbo model 1) Yellow handle
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Owner's Manual - Page 407
... engine
J Electrical system
Battery type and capacity (5HR) it MT AT With 2.5-liter engine With 2.0-liter turbo engine Alternator Spark plugs 2.5-liter engine 2.0-liter turbo engine 2.5-liter engine 12V-48AH (55D23L) 12V-52AH (75D23L) 12V-52AH (65D23L) 12V - 75A 12V - 75A RC10YC4 (Champion) BKR6E-11 (NGK) BKR5E-11 (NGK) 2.0-liter turbo engine AT : Automatic transmission MT : Manual transmission...
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