Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002LEGACY L SEDAN AWD F4-2.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSERVICE PRECAUTIONSGENERAL PRECAUTIONS
2002 Subaru Legacy L Sedan AWD F4-2.5L SOHC
General Precautions
2002 Subaru Legacy L Sedan AWD F4-2.5L SOHCSECTION General Precautions
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Please clearly understand and adhere to the following general precautions. They must be strictly followed to avoid minor or serious injury to the person doing the work or people in the area.
1. ABS
Handle the ABS as a total system. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair individual parts. Doing so could prevent the ABS system from operating when needed or cause it to operate incorrectly and result in injury.
2. BRAKE FLUID
If brake fluid gets in your eyes or on your skin, do the following:
- Wash out your eyes and seek immediate medical attention.
- Wash your skin with soap and then rinse thoroughly with water.
3. ELECTRIC FAN
The electric fan may rotate without warning, even when the engine is not on. Do not place your hand, cloth, tools, or other items near the fan at any time.
4. ROAD TESTS
Always conduct road tests in accordance with traffic rules and regulations to avoid bodily injury and interrupting traffic.
5. AIRBAG
To prevent bodily injury from unexpected deployment of airbags and unnecessary maintenance, follow the instructions provided when performing maintenance on airbag components or nearby, and airbag wiring harnesses or nearby.
To prevent unexpected deployment, perform one of the steps below and then wait at least ten seconds to discharge electricity before beginning work.
- Step 1: Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Step 2: Remove the negative battery terminal.
6. AIRBAG DISPOSAL
To prevent bodily injury from unexpected airbag deployment, do not dispose airbag modules in the same way as other refuse. Follow instructions of SOA (distributor) service for disposal of airbag module. Follow all government regulations concerning disposal of refuse.
7. AIRBAG MODULE
Adhere to the following when handing and storing the airbag module to prevent bodily injury from unexpected deployment:
- Do not hold harnesses or connectors to carry the module.
- Do not face the bag in the direction that it opens towards yourself or other people.
- Do not face the bag in the direction that it opens towards the floor or walls.
8. AIRBAG SPECIAL TOOLS
To prevent unexpected deployment, only use special tools.
9. WINDOW
Always wear safety glasses when working around any glass to prevent glass fragments from damaging your eyes.
10. WINDOW ADHESIVE
Always use the specified urethane adhesive when attaching glass to prevent it from coming loose and falling, resulting in accidents and injury.
Please clearly understand and adhere to the following general precautions. They must be strictly followed to avoid minor or serious injury to the person doing the work or people in the area.
1. ABS
Handle the ABS as a total system. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair individual parts. Doing so could prevent the ABS system from operating when needed or cause it to operate incorrectly and result in injury.
2. BRAKE FLUID
If brake fluid gets in your eyes or on your skin, do the following:
- Wash out your eyes and seek immediate medical attention.
- Wash your skin with soap and then rinse thoroughly with water.
3. ELECTRIC FAN
The electric fan may rotate without warning, even when the engine is not on. Do not place your hand, cloth, tools, or other items near the fan at any time.
4. ROAD TESTS
Always conduct road tests in accordance with traffic rules and regulations to avoid bodily injury and interrupting traffic.
5. AIRBAG
To prevent bodily injury from unexpected deployment of airbags and unnecessary maintenance, follow the instructions provided when performing maintenance on airbag components or nearby, and airbag wiring harnesses or nearby.
To prevent unexpected deployment, perform one of the steps below and then wait at least ten seconds to discharge electricity before beginning work.
- Step 1: Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Step 2: Remove the negative battery terminal.
6. AIRBAG DISPOSAL
To prevent bodily injury from unexpected airbag deployment, do not dispose airbag modules in the same way as other refuse. Follow instructions of SOA (distributor) service for disposal of airbag module. Follow all government regulations concerning disposal of refuse.
7. AIRBAG MODULE
Adhere to the following when handing and storing the airbag module to prevent bodily injury from unexpected deployment:
- Do not hold harnesses or connectors to carry the module.
- Do not face the bag in the direction that it opens towards yourself or other people.
- Do not face the bag in the direction that it opens towards the floor or walls.
8. AIRBAG SPECIAL TOOLS
To prevent unexpected deployment, only use special tools.
9. WINDOW
Always wear safety glasses when working around any glass to prevent glass fragments from damaging your eyes.
10. WINDOW ADHESIVE
Always use the specified urethane adhesive when attaching glass to prevent it from coming loose and falling, resulting in accidents and injury.
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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.