Subaru Information webpages

These web pages have been written by a Subaru enthusiast for use by fellow enthusiasts, and are intended to bring together the bits of information found over several years of Subaru ownership. Most of the information is related to JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) Legacy models, built between 1990 and 2005, but other models are included. It is not a comprehensive guide, and has no connection to Subaru or any other business or dealership. If and when more information is found the web pages will be updated.

Applied Model

Find model identification and specification by using the Subaru Applied Model code on the VIN plate.

Database size: 3,194 codes for 4,515 model variations

Transmission Type

Find transmission specification by using the Subaru Transmission Type code on the VIN plate.

Search Ratio List

Database size: 898 codes, 582 with full specifications

Speed Calculator and Graph

Plot a graph showing the road speed against engine speed, and find the maximum speed in each gear and at gear change points.

Engine Capacity Calculator

Enter the bore and stroke specifications to calculate engine capacity.

ECU Code List

A simple list of known Subaru ECU types.

JDM Legacy Second Generation

Model History for Second Generation Subaru Legacy (BD/BG) built for the Japanese Domestic Market.

Work in progress

Web pages that still require some work but may be of use…

Search by Engine Type code
(Page still under construction).
JDM Subaru Legacy BG Rear Fog Light Modification
Converting the rear light bar on JDM Legacy BG models to operate as a rear fog light, in order to pass UK MOT regulations. (Page still under construction).
Subaru L Series Sedan specifications (1990)
The page is a recreation of the specifications page found in the 1990 L Series Service Manual and at this time only show details of 4-door Sedan models.
Subaru 2-Stage Twin Turbo Operation
Page under construction.

Website updates

31^st July 2022	VIN Plate decoder added to Home Page.
24^th July 2022	Additional specifications added for Third Generation Forester (SH) models. Not complete yet, sorry, more research needed!
15^th July 2022	Additional specifications for non-turbo GC and GF Impreza
3^rd June 2022	Bug fixes
2^nd April 2022	Specifications and website support added for JDM Subaru R2 Kei Cars (2003–2010, all R2 models).

Links page
Subaru Applied Model Code Reader
Subaru Transmission Type Search
Subaru Transmission Type List
Speed Calculator and Graph
Engine Capacity Calculator
JDM Subaru Legacy Second Generation
Subaru ECU types