2 wheel drive

[simba]

can I insert the fuse on my 98 Legacy wagon and run it in 2 wheel drive without damage??

[03legacy]

i did it to my 2003 legacy & nothing happened. When i put it back th AWD it reved alot higher at 6500 RPM(in the redline) & I have an automatic if that makes a difference.

[simba]

I have an auto too. Do you think it will cause long term damage? I asked on the Subaru offical web site and they just said to use the car as designed. They would not give a straight answer.
How long have you had it 2 wheel drive?

[SUBE555]

My first question is why do you want/need it in 2WD mode?

[NicoGamine]

can I insert the fuse on my 98 Legacy wagon and run it in 2 wheel drive without damage??
Mechanically, I don't think you are damaging much as it basically forces the centre viscous clutch to (almost) totally disengage. The owner's manual says to use it for a limited time only but that is with the small spare wheel, which causes slip in the clutch, so it risks overheating.

Dynamically, the car will drive like crap.

Nicolas

[evolutionmovement]

You could overheat the solenoid that disengages the clutch pack as it's likely not rated for continuous duty.

Steve