2001 subaru legacy manual transmission problems

Subaru produced about 816 automatictransmissionequipped legacys, bajas, outbacks, foresters and imprezas between 2001 and 2003 with a defective parking pawl that can cause the transmission to slip out of park at random. Subaru legacy transmission problems and repair descriptions at. This owners manual has all the information necessary to keep your subaru in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. Its running on 154,000 miles and still starts no problems every morning. Curious how the 2001 outback compares to other years. Overview of cv axle replacement in a 2005 subaru legacy 2. Search over 11,700 listings to find the best local deals. The dipstick read about a quarter inch past the flat part of the dipstick onto the round part quite a bit past the full mark. Used 2001 subaru legacy for sale with photos cargurus. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. A nice four door sedan manual transmission equipped with sunroof, ac. My test started with the topoftheline 2001 subaru legacy. Transmission popped out of gear number five on highway and.

Thought our problems were solved but then hard shifting and same old. Manual transmission gear oil subaru outback forums. I now own a 2001 legacy gt limited and have had nothing but problems since. Summary of contents for subaru 2001 legacy page 2 foreword congratulations on choosing a subaru vehicle. The engine does vibrate through the steering wheel at idle, and this seems to be a subaru characteristic. Check out our subaru outback overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently. Subaru replaced the valve body, which is related to the cvt somehow through the torque converter. Find out what theyre like to drive, and what problems they have. Subaru manual transmission problems clutch replacement in.

However if the fluid is very low but has good color, then you need to check the front differential fluid level and quality. The classic manual transmission is the most engaging way to drive, and enthusiasts still prefer the stick shift for its direct control and precision. The worst complaints are grinding noise, transmission failure. This was related to a recall noticeextended warranty, so the repair cost was covered by subaru. Check engine light went on, indicating a problem with the transmission. First check the transmission fluid level and fluid quality. Hi, i just drained the manual transmission on my 01 ob. It is the first car of 20 or so ive owned that makes the steering wheel vibrate. I had the front end up on some low ramps so the car was tilted a little. Seriously i am really sorry to hear about your transmission problems but you gotta pay to play. Summary of contents for subaru legacy 2001 page 1 supplement for 6 cylinder engine model this service manual has been prepared to provide subaru service personnel with the necessary infor mation and data for the correct maintenance and repair of subaru vehicles. If it is dark with a foul oder than the problem is internal and needs to be overhauled. Complete manual transmissions for subaru outback ebay. My mom has an 05 legacy gt wagon with a 5sp manual that she bought.