Electrical System Related Problems of the 1997 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Subaru Outback


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1997 Subaru Outback

The Electrical System problem

I have a '1997 legacy Outback Subaru. I have had the vehicle for 3 years. Today, June 21, I stopped on my way to bar harbor, maine for a cup of coffee. I placed the coffee cup in the cup holder and got back on the highway.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

After alternator replaced, noticed the following sequences of electrical outages: rear power outlet, seat heater switches, radio dial illumination light, key-in-ignition alarm, door ajar lighting, seatbelt off lighting.   Read details...

The Ignition Module problem

Engine will stall intermittently during normal operation of vehicle while traveling at any speed. Dealership has examined vehicle and replaced sensor valve two times and computer. Please provide any additional information / documentation.   Read details...


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