SUBE555 Posted March 21, 2004 Share Posted March 21, 2004 Part 1: General Subaru & Legacy Info Considering there are generally many questions, what body style is what, what did this model contain, yada, yada, here is some info to explain things. It will be updated as time presents itself and details become available. I will do my best to explain info. If something somehow seems inaccurate, feel free to voice. Basic Terminology & Acronyms 4EAT – Four Speed Electronic Automatic Transmission 5MT – Five Speed Manual Transmission 5EAT – Five Speed Electronic Automatic Transmission (includes Sportshift) 6MT – Six Speed Manual Transmission ABS – Anti-lock Braking System AT – Automatic Transmission ATF – Automatic Transmission Fluid AutoX – Autocross AVCS – Active Valve Control Sysem AVLS – Active Valve Lift System AWD – All Wheel Drive BHP – Brake HorsePower (measured BEFORE transmission) BOV – Blow Off Valve CAI – Cold Air Intake Cat – Catalytic Convertor CEL – Check Engine Light CF – Carbon Fiber CO2 – Carbon Dioxide Diff – Differential DOHC – Dual Overhead Camshaft EBC – Electonic Boost Controller ECT - Electronically Controlled Transmission ECU – Electronic Control Unit (engine control unit) EFI – Electronic Fuel Injection EG – Subaru 6-cylinder engines (up through mid to late 90’s) EG33 – Subaru 3.3 litre 6-cylinder engine code (SVX) EJ – Subaru 4-cylinder engines (early 90’s and newer) EJ20 – Subaru 2.0 litre 4-cylinder engine code EJ205 – Subaru 2.0 litre turbo engine (US WRX) EJ22 – Subaru 2.2 litre 4-cylinder engine code EJ25 – Subaru 2.5 litre 4-cylinder engine code EJ255 – Subaru 2.5 litre turbo engine (US Forester XT, Baja Turbo) EJ257 – Subaru 2.5 litre turbo engine (US WRX STi) EZ – Subaru 6-cylinder engines (post EG series H6 engines) EZ30R – Subaru 3.0 litre 6-cylinder engine code (BL/BP Legacy and new Outback) FDR - Final Drive Ratio FMIC – Front Mount Intercooler FWD – Front Wheel Drive H4 – Horizontally Opposed 4 cylinder (boxer) H6 – Horizontally Opposed 6 cylinder HID – High Intensity Discharge (headlights) JDM – Japanese Domestic Market LSD – Limited Slip Differential MAF – Mass Air-Flow Sensor MAP – Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor MBC – Manual Boost Controller MIL – Malfunction Indicator Lamp (CEL) MT – Manual Transmission MY – Model Year OEM – Original Equipment Manufacturer RallyX – Rallycross RWD – Rear Wheel Drive SOA – Subaru Of America SOHC – Single Overhead Camshaft TMIC – Top Mount Intercooler TT – Twin Turbo UDP – Under Drive Pulley VDC – Vehicle Dynamic Control VIN – Vehicle Identification Number VTD – Variable Torque Distibution WHP – Wheel HorsePower WOT – Wide Open Throttle Thanks to Uncle Meat of the Cobb Tuning WRXForum.com JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) Info: Twin-Turbo: This is one of the most loosely used term. Everyone wants a twin-turbo because Japan has had it. It was a sequential setup with one turbo used for the low end, while a larger turbo was used for the high end. However, it wasn’t the most optimal solution being its cost, complexity, and between the 1st to 2nd turbo transition, there was a decent dip in power. It has been proven that other solutions are more cost-effective and produce better results in general. More on turbo tech below. B4: The term used for sedan since the 1998 model year. B4 RSK: The name given to the turbocharged sport Legacy Sedan in the 1998 to 2002 model years. Remember, Japan has been even further ahead in model changes. They receive their models 2 model years (or MY) ahead of the U.S. Note: Previous to the BE-generation B4 RSK, the sedan turbo models were called ‘RS’. GTB: The name given to the turbocharged sport Legacy Wagon in the 1993 to 2002 model years that used the sportier Bilstein suspension. S401: The ONLY STi production Legacy to date. This 2003 BE sedan model was produced in a short-run and were rather expensive. It contained much gear from the current year Impreza STi though mostly in drivetrain and brakes. It still retained a sequential twin-turbo setup though with a few more ponies. It also received some suspension modifications including Bilstein struts along with BBS 18x7” wheels. Body Styles (by USDM MY): Sedans BC (1990-1994) BD (1995-1999) BE (2000-2004) BL (2005-2009) Wagons BF (1990-1994) BG (1995-1999) BH (2000-2004) BP (2005-2009) Turbochargers for USDM models: Mitsubishi TD04 - USDM Impreza 2.0L WRX, 2.5L WRX, Forester XT, Baja Turbo IHI VF39 - USDM Impreza WRX STI IHI VF40 - USDM BL/BP Legacy 2.5GT, Outback XT (All are water cooled and use a thrust bearing design, not ball-bearing.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeLoo Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 Could you add OEM to your basic acronyms and terminology reference list? What does it stand for? I know it probably refers to something like original manufacturer equipment but I am not sure. 2005 Legacy GT Wagon Ltd 5EAT Garnet Red 1999 GTI VR6 Black - sold but not forgotten... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewScooby Posted September 25, 2004 Share Posted September 25, 2004 OEM = Origonal Equipment Manufacturer Could you add OEM to your basic acronyms and terminology reference list? What does it stand for? I know it probably refers to something like original manufacturer equipment but I am not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwannaSportSedan Posted July 14, 2005 Share Posted July 14, 2005 Recently, people have been voicing confusion about forum references to color codes, and 3-letter abreviated color names. So, I put together a small table for reference. Axis008 Posted a 2006MY product matrix in another thread (view post here.) Using that matrix, I have assembled the following table, but noticed that Subaru has 3 letter designations for the colors, too, and they are not simply the first letters of the name. So, I have included the common LegacyGT.com abbreviations that we typically use (non-official), as well as the official SOA (Subaru of America) abbreviations, AND the color codes, which are used to identify the color on the build tag, and are used to order color-matched painted parts. NOTE: the board doesn't seem to maintain spacing, and adding "-" doesn't seem very consistent, but hopefully it is legible. Color-----------------------LGT.com ------- SOA abbrev.------Numeric Code Obsidian Black Pearl ---- OBP ------------- BLK -------------- 2J Satin White Pearl --------- SWP ----------- WHI ------------- 7J Brilliant Silver Metallic -- BSM ------------ SIL -------------- 9D Titanium Silver Metallic - TSM ------------ SXV -------------- 8E Garnet Red Pearl --------- GRP ------------ RED ------------- 3J Regal Blue Pearl --------- RBP ------------- BDR ------------- 5J Atlantic Blue Pearl ------- ABP ------------- BLU ------------- 3A --Additional Outback-specific Colors and Combinations Champagne Gold Opal --- CGO ------------ GLD ------------ 9J Willow Green Opal/ Moss Green Metallic ----- WGO? ----------- GRM ----------- U5 Brilliant Silver Metallic/ Granite Gray Opal -------- GGO? ---------- SLV ------------- K3 --Other Subie Colors (not on Leg/OB matrix) World Rally Blue ----------- WRB ------------ ??? ------------ ?? San Remo Red ------------- SRR Sedona Red Pearl (old) ---- SRP Java Black Metallic -------- JBM Solid Red ------------------- SR -feel free to add to the table... Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FameMax Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 7AA Legacy Sedan i MT5 2.5 7AB Legacy Sedan i 4EAT 2.5 -S 7AC Legacy Sedan i SE MT5 2.5 7AD Legacy Sedan i SE 4EAT 2.5 -S 7AE Legacy Sedan i LTD 4EAT 2.5-S 7AH Legacy Sedan 2.5GT LTD MT5 7AI Legacy Sedan 2.5GT LTD 5EAT-S 7AJ Legacy Sedan 2.5GT LTD NAVI 7AS Legacy Sedan 2.5GT Spec. B 6M 7BA Legacy Wagon i MT5 2.5 7BB Legacy Wagon i SE 4EAT 2.5 -S 7BC Legacy Wagon i LTD 4EAT 2.5-S 7BH Legacy Wagon 2.5 GT LTD 5EAT-S 7CA Outback Sedan 2.5i Limited 4EA 7CB Outback Sedan LLBean 3.0R 5EAT 7CC Outback Sedan LLBean NAVI 3.0R 7DA Outback Wagon 2.5 i Basic 5MT 7DB Outback Wagon 2.5 i Basic 4EAT 7DC Outback Wagon 2.5i 5MT 7DD Outback Wagon 2.5 i 4EAT-S 7DE Outback Wagon 2.5 i Ltd 4EAT-S 7DH Outback Wagon 2.5XT Ltd 5MT 7DI Outback Wagon 2.5XT Ltd 5EAT- 7DJ Outback Wagon 2.5XT Ltd NAVI 7DK Outback Wagon 2.5i LLBean NAVI 7DL Outback Wagon 2.5i Ltd LLBean 7DM Outback Wagon H6-3.0 R LLB 5EA 7DN Outback Wagon H6-3.0 R LLB NAV 7FA Forester X FAWD MT5 2.5 7FB Forester X FAWD 4EAT 2.5 7FC Forester X MT5 2.5 Premium Pack 7FD Forester X 4EAT 2.5 Premium Pack 7FE Forester X Cross Sports MT5 7FF Forester X Cross Sports 4EAT 7FG Forester X LL Bean 4EAT 7FH Forester Cross Sports MT5 2.5 7FI Forester Cross Sports 4EAT 2.5 7FJ Forester XT MT5 2.5 Turbo LTD 7FK Forester XT 4EAT 2.5 Turbo LTD 7JA Impreza Sedan 2.5i 5MT 7JB Impreza Sedan 2.5i 4EAT 7JC Impreza Sedan WRX TR 5MT 7JD Impreza Sedan WRX 5MT 7JE Impreza Sedan WRX Limited 7JF Impreza Sedan WRX Limited I 5M 7JG Impreza Sedan WRX Limited 4EAT 7JH Impreza Sedan WRX Limited I 4EAT 7JI STI 6MT - Alloy Wheel Gold 7JJ STI 6MT - Alloy Wheel Silver 7JK STI 6MT - Limited 7JN Impreza Sedan 2.5i SE 7JO Impreza Sedan 2.5i SE 4EAT 7LA Impreza Wagon 2.5i 5MT 7LB Impreza Wagon 2.5i 4EAT 7LC Impreza Wagon WRX 5MT 7LE Impreza Wagon WRX Limited 5MT 7LF Impreza Wagon WRX Limited I 5M 7LG Impreza Wagon WRX Limited 4EAT 7LH Impreza Wagon WRX Limited I 4EAT 7LK Impreza Outback Sport MT5 2.5 7LL Impreza Outback Sport 4EAT 2.5 7LM Impreza Outback Sport SE MT5 7LN Impreza Outback Sport SE 4EAT 7TA B9 Tribeca - 5SEAT Fabric 7TB B9 Tribeca - 5SEAT Limited- G 7TC B9 Tribeca - 5SEAT Limited - B 7TD B9 Tribeca - 5SEAT Limited/NAV- G 7TE B9 Tribeca - 5SEAT Limited/NAV- B 7TH B9 Tribeca - 7SEAT Fabric 7TI B9 Tribeca - 7SEAT Limited - G 7TJ B9 Tribeca - 7SEAT Limited - B 7TK B9 Tribeca - 7SEAT Limited/NAV- G 7TL B9 Tribeca - 7SEAT Limited/NAV- B 7TM B9 Tribeca - 7S-LTRAUD/DVD/NAV- G 7TN B9 Tribeca - 7S-LTRAUD/DVD/NAV- B Key MT5: 5 speed manual 5EAT-S: 5 speed automatic with sport shift 4EAT-S: 4 speed automatic with sport shift 5EAT: 5 speed automatic 4EAT: 4 speed automatic SE: Special Edition (base model+power driver seat+moonroof) NAVI: Navigation System LTD: Limited (base model+leather+power seats+moonroof+dual zone climate+upgraded stero) Model Code Key The codes change every model year First Spot: The "7" USUALLY means the model year (ex; 7 = 2007). Second Spot: The letter after the 7 denotes the body style by car (ex LEGACY Wagon is a "B" while OUTBACK wagon is a "D"). Third Spot: The last letter is actually alphanumeric. It starts with the least expensive model/trim/engine level in each different body style and goes up. It starts over at "A" with every body style. Well I did this to the best of my ability. Hope I didn't for anything. This above list is a list of all the Subarus SOA is importing to the states. However, this does not mean that all these cars are available in all regions of the the U.S. For example in New England the least expensive Legacy you can buy is a "Special Edition" model. Because of the minuscule price gap between and SE and a base model. Subaru of New England decided to only import SEs. I can't speak for other parts of the nation because I simply don't know but please feel free to add more info. Once again this is for the 2007 MY ONLY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FameMax Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 Exterior Color.........................Interior Color........................Applicable Models Regal Blue Pearl.....................Taupe Cloth/Leather...........................All Obsidian Black Pearl................Black Cloth/Leather.........................All Atlantic Blue Pearl...................Taupe Cloth/Leather........................All Brilliant Silver Metallic..............Black Cloth/Leather.........................All Satin White Pearl....................Taupe Cloth/Leather.......................All Garnet Red Pearl.....................Black Leather.................................GTs only Titanium Silver Metallic..............Red Leather.................................spec B only Above is a list of what SOA is importing to the states for the 2006 MY year only. Just because its on the list doesn't mean is eaisly available. For exmaple you have a much better chance of finding/buying a spec B then a Satin White GT with Taupe Leather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FameMax Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 -Minor Price increases across the model line up -4 cylinder horsepower now 175 (up from 168). -deleted dash mounted illumination button. When headlamps are turned on the dash illumination remains the same, unless otherwise adjusted by control panel located to the left of the bottom of the steering column. -different font on gauges -passenger side air bag activation lamp now only located at center of headliner and windshield meet -only on manual transmission GTs, in gauge cluster word "Legacy" is now red (vs white in 05) -17" alloy with low profile tire is standard on all models, center caps on rims now show the Subaru logo rather then the word "Subaru" -"blacked" headlights deleted for an all chrome housing -key less entry "unlock" button has a slightly different shape -lower emissions exhaust system -Immobilizer key standard on all models -Wood grain trim deleted on some models with taupe interiors -Air Filtration system standard on all models -Larger front disc brake (vs 2005) standard for non-GT models -Base cloth model GT has been deleted which means all GT models are GT Limited with leather and sunroof etc. -Manual transmission has been deleted on 2.5i Limited and GT Limited wagon, you can still get a manual transmission on the GT sedan, 2.5i or 2.5i SE models. -New 2.5i Special Edition SE model available in both transmissions and in wagon or sedan form. SE package includes; 8 way power driver's seat, and glass sunroof. -Navigation system now optional on GT Limited sedan with automatic transmission. -Limited production GT spec.B includes everything a limited GT would offer plus; Numbered Plaque(500 only), manual transmission only, upgraded stereo with MP3, only 1 exterior color Titanium Silver metallic, only 1 interior color, Brick Red Leather, Bilstein Sport Suspension, Aluminum Alloy rear suspension arms and upper links, 18x7" 10 spoke alloy wheels with 215/45 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A low profile tires, aerodynamic side ground effects with chrome trimmed rocker panels , 3spoke MOMO leather wrapper steering wheel with audio controls(only manual and/or turbo Subaru to offer radio controls mounted on steering wheel). aluminum alloy pedal covers, standard navigation system (only manual transmission Subaru to offer navigation), spec.B floor mats . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuodabiero Posted March 21, 2006 Share Posted March 21, 2006 Fascinating. But I have been under the impression that while B denotes the wagon, G is the standard flat four and H the dual-stage turbo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FameMax Posted April 6, 2006 Share Posted April 6, 2006 In the VIN codes yes, but not in the model codes, two different things, you would think they would be more interealted for ease of learning...but of course they are not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmerjonbmx Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 what the hell does RBS mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D0WNxSH1FT Posted June 14, 2006 Share Posted June 14, 2006 San Remo Red color code = 22G Can you add F4 = Flat Four = Flat 4 cylinder layout (Boxer). H4 isnt really used by Subaru. And there are a lot of WRX clubs called F4 (SoCal F4, Arizona F4, Vegas F4, Florida F4, New England F4, New Jersey F4)...the LGT could easily use this designation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmerjonbmx Posted June 14, 2006 Share Posted June 14, 2006 anyone? RBS? What does it mean/stand for? please/thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveFromMass Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Stock Turbo size? Steven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix96 Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 San Remo Red color code = 22G Can you add F4 = Flat Four = Flat 4 cylinder layout (Boxer). H4 isnt really used by Subaru. And there are a lot of WRX clubs called F4 (SoCal F4, Arizona F4, Vegas F4, Florida F4, New England F4, New Jersey F4)...the LGT could easily use this designation. Subaru almost always references its engines as "boxer" or "horizontally opposed", and when it does use alphanumerics it's H# (as on the SVX engine cover - H6). I don't think I've ever seen Subaru use a F# designation. phoenix96 2006 Legacy GT Ltd · 2011 Outback 3.6R Ltd · 1992 SVX 2006 Outback 3.0R VDC · 2009 Forester 2.5X 2002 Outback VDC · 1996 Outback 2.5L · 1986 GL-10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ubersoob Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 In researching performance suspension upgrades for my MY00 GT wagon, I have come across "B12" and have no idea what this refers to. ?? I usually come across the "BH6" designation, which I understand refers to my frame type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix96 Posted July 24, 2006 Share Posted July 24, 2006 In researching performance suspension upgrades for my MY00 GT wagon, I have come across "B12" and have no idea what this refers to. ?? I usually come across the "BH6" designation, which I understand refers to my frame type. B12 is the chassis code while BH6 is the body code. phoenix96 2006 Legacy GT Ltd · 2011 Outback 3.6R Ltd · 1992 SVX 2006 Outback 3.0R VDC · 2009 Forester 2.5X 2002 Outback VDC · 1996 Outback 2.5L · 1986 GL-10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ja_bwoy Posted September 3, 2006 Share Posted September 3, 2006 I'm trying to get some Tein H techs for my Legacy but there is some conflict with the chassis code. My car is a 2003 Legacy 2.0i (JDM model) with a BL5 chassis code but everywhere I check I hear they only have the springs for the BL9 (USDM model). I don't want to spend the money only to find out the springs wont work.Does anyone know if there really is a difference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red beast Posted September 3, 2006 Share Posted September 3, 2006 6CA Outback Sedan 3.0R(2005 only) 5EAT-S Taupe (rare) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bskey Posted October 27, 2006 Share Posted October 27, 2006 Can someone tell me exactly what L7 refers to? Thanks! life in spin cycle..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebashometuning Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 newbie question, what is (are) the difference between the GT Turbo Legacy and the GT Spec B? Price dif? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordJim Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 The short answer - the Spec B has a better suspension and a different (not necessarily better) interior. For more complete information you can/should poke around the Subaru website. - Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyboy333 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 One can also search on subiwiki.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWD GT Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 Anything on L7? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlosLGT Posted April 9, 2007 Share Posted April 9, 2007 RBS = owner itinitials (i just asked Rommel) Cool, now I can just say I have a BSM 7AH, w00t! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Can someone tell me exactly what L7 refers to? Thanks!Like others I am not 100 percent sure, but it has to do with the Subaru emblem... SIX stars... I guess the Subaru Legacy is the 7th (seventh) star. The "L 7" emblem is basically an "L" intertwined with an upside down L ("7") Basically following WWII six companies were merged to form Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) the parent company of Subaru. Someone help me out here ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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