2000 Subaru Legacy — Repair Solution

2.0L EJ206 4cyl 16v DOHC Twin Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto · Gear Changing - Auto · Transmission & Clutch

Subaru Legacy Gear Changing - Auto Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Legacy
Year: 2000
Engine: 2.0L EJ206 4cyl 16v DOHC Twin Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 254,860
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Gear Changing - Auto

Customer Complaint

The check engine light is on and the transmission isn't changing gears.

Problem Summary

The vehicle is very shuddery when turning on full lock like the diffs are locked. The check engine light and ABS lights are on. The speedo doesn't work and the transmission is stuck in 3rd gear.

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBLE0030261
Vehicle2000 Subaru Legacy
Engine2.0L EJ206 4cyl 16v DOHC Twin Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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