1996 to 1999 Legacy Outback
1996 to 1999 Legacy GT
1998 Impreza RS
1998 Forester
Typical head gasket failure mode: Internal leak, not externally visible. May see bubbles in overflow reservoir, sludgy residue on walls of overflow reservoir, random overheating of engine.
Covered by service bulletin: No
Cost to repair: DIY: $200 parts Independent shop: $1000-$1500 Dealership: $2000
PHASE 2 (Single Overhead Cam): Used in:
2000 to present (non-turbo) Legacy Outback
2000 to 2004 Legacy GT
2000 to present Legacy
1999 to present non-turbo Impreza 2.5 (RS, TS, Outback Sport)
1999 to present non-turbo Forester
Typical head gasket failure mode: External leak, sweet smell, coolant visible on engine, slowly dropping coolant level.
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