I have a 1998 Impreza L with a 2.2l. Now, I've been hearing that people are calling different engines different names. How do I know what mine is? The engine code is EJ22EAX6FE. I ask because I'm wanting to install a Raptor Supercharger. Also, my tires are 195/60R15. I purchased 16 inch rims. What tires can I put on them so that it wont screw up my speedometer?
1998 2.2l questions
sm5000
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Thank you. You have been a big help. I'd try searching through this site myself but I just don't have a lot of time to do that. Thanks again.
cruise control
Fog lights are installed!!!!!! Now, there are 3 blank spots left in my dash where the fog lights button is. I know one is cruise control. What are the other ones for? How do I add cruise control? I tried looking for another thread but I can't find one.
I found a thread. http://www.rs25.com/forums/f105/t113764-diy-cruise-control-install-98-rs.html
Fog lights are installed!!!!!! Now, there are 3 blank spots left in my dash where the fog lights button is. I know one is cruise control. What are the other ones for? How do I add cruise control? I tried looking for another thread but I can't find one.
I found a thread. http://www.rs25.com/forums/f105/t113764-diy-cruise-control-install-98-rs.html
Old Post update
Hi,
Not wanting to hurt anyone's feelings, but there is some mis-info in here about the 2.2/EJ22e (most of this info is on Wikipedia).
For US models:
'90-98 EJ22 were all considered Phase 1.
'90-'95 were all dual-port exhaust and had hydraulic lash adjusters (HLAs)- no adjustment needed
'95 was the 1st year of the OBD2 and EGR valve on the Automatics only.
'96-'98 had single-port exhaust
'97-'98 changed to solid valve adjusters (adjust @ 100K miles) and had higher compression pistons - but still Phase 1.
'99-'01 EJ22 was the Phase 2. For swap reference you can't (easily) swap Phase 1 and Phase 2 long blocks (intake/heads/block). But the short block of almost all '90-2003+ Phase 1 or Phase 2 can be intermixed....just swap the heads and intake to match the car year. Usually, use the head gasket that matches the block...but that is up for negotiation.
TD
Hi,
Not wanting to hurt anyone's feelings, but there is some mis-info in here about the 2.2/EJ22e (most of this info is on Wikipedia).
For US models:
'90-98 EJ22 were all considered Phase 1.
'90-'95 were all dual-port exhaust and had hydraulic lash adjusters (HLAs)- no adjustment needed
'95 was the 1st year of the OBD2 and EGR valve on the Automatics only.
'96-'98 had single-port exhaust
'97-'98 changed to solid valve adjusters (adjust @ 100K miles) and had higher compression pistons - but still Phase 1.
'99-'01 EJ22 was the Phase 2. For swap reference you can't (easily) swap Phase 1 and Phase 2 long blocks (intake/heads/block). But the short block of almost all '90-2003+ Phase 1 or Phase 2 can be intermixed....just swap the heads and intake to match the car year. Usually, use the head gasket that matches the block...but that is up for negotiation.
TD
1996 GC - GF Impreza Cruise Control install
Get the following parts:
1. Cruise control module - must match your trans -AT or MT (they are labeled on the module) - the PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE and is taped up under the dash just above your left foot. I mounted it to a spot under the dash w/zip ties.
2. Dash CRUISE switch - the PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE - just remove the 4 screws on the console piece around the gauges, pop-off the 'blank', plug in the wiring connector and insert the new switch.
3. Brake switch - the cruise brake switch is PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE taped just above the brake pedal- just swap switches - Note the threads/adjustment of the existing switch to match the new one...or your brake lights may not work or cruise may not easily disengage.
4. Actuator/Vacuum hose/T-connector/Brackets - under hood connects to throttle cable. PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE taped to the harness near the passenger side strut tower. It mounts in the stock location- the Forester brackets worked on my Impreza, too. Use the T-connector to splice into your vac lines on the intake manifold.
5. Steering wheel switch/lever (there is no need to remove the steering wheel!) - 2 star screws to remove to get the airbag off (read up on here about what to do to not set it off - I just removed the Neg battery cable, pumped the brakes a few times), remove the right side of the spring loaded horn actuator, pop-out the blank for the switch to pass thru on the steering wheel, swap the wiring for the switch - uses the same connectors - no splicing necessary, put it back together....
I got all my parts from a '98 Forester and they worked EXCEPT for 2 issues:
1. The cable from the actuator was too short, but it'll still work.
2. The steering wheel switch doesn't work for the Resume or Cancel features, but everything else works. I may try swapping in an 'age-appropriate' Impreza module to see if that fixes it.
Parts pic (the module in the upper right is for keyless entry I hope to install):
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Actuator install:
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Throttle cable install - note where the end of the cable 'hooks' - the one on the left in the pic is the cruise:
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I just did this on my '96 Impreza LX w/an AT trans.
Get the following parts:
1. Cruise control module - must match your trans -AT or MT (they are labeled on the module) - the PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE and is taped up under the dash just above your left foot. I mounted it to a spot under the dash w/zip ties.
2. Dash CRUISE switch - the PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE - just remove the 4 screws on the console piece around the gauges, pop-off the 'blank', plug in the wiring connector and insert the new switch.
3. Brake switch - the cruise brake switch is PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE taped just above the brake pedal- just swap switches - Note the threads/adjustment of the existing switch to match the new one...or your brake lights may not work or cruise may not easily disengage.
4. Actuator/Vacuum hose/T-connector/Brackets - under hood connects to throttle cable. PLUG/connector IS ALREADY THERE taped to the harness near the passenger side strut tower. It mounts in the stock location- the Forester brackets worked on my Impreza, too. Use the T-connector to splice into your vac lines on the intake manifold.
5. Steering wheel switch/lever (there is no need to remove the steering wheel!) - 2 star screws to remove to get the airbag off (read up on here about what to do to not set it off - I just removed the Neg battery cable, pumped the brakes a few times), remove the right side of the spring loaded horn actuator, pop-out the blank for the switch to pass thru on the steering wheel, swap the wiring for the switch - uses the same connectors - no splicing necessary, put it back together....
I got all my parts from a '98 Forester and they worked EXCEPT for 2 issues:
1. The cable from the actuator was too short, but it'll still work.
2. The steering wheel switch doesn't work for the Resume or Cancel features, but everything else works. I may try swapping in an 'age-appropriate' Impreza module to see if that fixes it.
Parts pic (the module in the upper right is for keyless entry I hope to install):
Actuator install:
Throttle cable install - note where the end of the cable 'hooks' - the one on the left in the pic is the cruise:
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