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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY OUTBACK SPORT AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISCRUISE CONTROLCRUISE CONTROL SERVOTESTING AND INSPECTION
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Sport AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Cruise Control Servo: Testing and Inspection
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Sport AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection
Pre-Inspection
ACTUATOR
1. Disconnect vacuum hose from actuator.
2. Connect vacuum pump as shown in figure.
3. Make sure that cruise control cable moves smoothly and quickly when a vacuum pressure of 40.0 kPa (300 mmHg, 11.81 inHg) is applied to actuator.
Stroke: 35 mm (1.38 in)
4. When vacuum pressure is released from condition 3. above, make sure the cable returns to its original position smoothly and quickly.
5. After inspection, disconnect vacuum pump and connect vacuum hose.
ACTUATOR
1. Disconnect vacuum hose from actuator.
2. Connect vacuum pump as shown in figure.
3. Make sure that cruise control cable moves smoothly and quickly when a vacuum pressure of 40.0 kPa (300 mmHg, 11.81 inHg) is applied to actuator.
Stroke: 35 mm (1.38 in)
4. When vacuum pressure is released from condition 3. above, make sure the cable returns to its original position smoothly and quickly.
5. After inspection, disconnect vacuum pump and connect vacuum hose.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.