Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Checking the clutch function

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Clutch pedal (MT models) / Checking the clutch function

Check the clutch engagement and disengagement.

With the engine idling, check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is depressed, and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth.
Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to check that the engine and transmission smoothly couple without any sign of slippage.

Clutch pedal (MT models)

Check the clutch pedal free play according to the maintenance schedule in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". ...

Checking the clutch pedal free play

1) 0.19 - 0.44 in (5 - 11 mm) Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play. If the free play is not within proper specification, c ...

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Weather strip replacement
1. FLANGE1. Remove the weather strip - body side flange while pulling the rubber. Be careful not to tear the rubber.2. Replace the weather strip - trunk lid while pulling the rubber. Be careful not to tear the rubber.NOTE:While removing the weather strip - trunk lid, be careful not to allow adhesive ...