It DOES work on the phase 2 tranny, it's pin 20 on the white plug. Can someone please find a pinout of the TCU to figure out where this pin located is on the plug for other members!
It DOES work on the phase 2 tranny, it's pin 20 on the white plug. Can someone please find a pinout of the TCU to figure out where this pin located is on the plug for other members!
97 RHD SOLD
99 RHD SOLD
01 Outback SOLD
01 LGT SOLD
It's a great mod! I would do it again in a heartbeat, took me ten minutes. I went to the local junkyard and cut that top plug off with about 8 inches of wire after it, I de-pinned it and now have 20 extra pins so I can do anyone's in my area. It's simple you just take the back of the pug off and push your pin in until it clicks. I hooked up a small toggle switch to it under the dash so I'm the only one that can use it easy, any questions I'd be glad to answer
'98 Legacy Wagon
I would love to know what to do for a Phase 2 4eat too!!!!!
I will do it same day I get an answer!
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
Pin20 on the white plug which i have no idea what pin it is. RS owners said it worked great but that was 3 year old forum, phase 2 have grey and white plug. Yet to get anyone with a pinout so can't say.
97 RHD SOLD
99 RHD SOLD
01 Outback SOLD
01 LGT SOLD
pin 20 is between the blue/white and the white/red wires on the white connector.
99 Legacy SUS
Oh snap... so who is gonna be the test monkey for a phase 2?
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
I did this about two weeks ago on my phase 2 and i can definitely tell a difference. It holds gears longer and shifts down sooner, everyone should do this too their 4eat.
99 Legacy SUS
Is the process any different for the Phase 2 owners?
If it is, which pins need to be used?
DETAILS PLEASE!!!!! DOING THIS ASAP!
This should work on my ladies 04 WRX wagon with the 4eat too right?
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
its the same process, just ground out pin 20 which is between the blue/white and the white/red wires on the white connector, you can put a switch in line if you want to. And that's it, your done!Originally Posted by harrymaneuvers
As for the ladies wrx i have absolutely no idea.
99 Legacy SUS
How hard would it be to wiring the switch to an unused illumination spot in the cluster... when I was changing my perfectly fine fuel light bulb, I noticed that there are about 6 spots that arent used. I think there is a TCS, hill hold and a few other lights.
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
I have a BH Legacy (3rd version, MY99, EUDM) with 2.5L engine and 4 speed AT with Power mode and Hold (snow) mode. Is this mod going to affect my configuration? Or the Power button does the same thing?
You already have the power mode, so that is exactly what this mod does. We got screwed in the US and didn't get any of the fun features or body mods.
mine:
'98 Legacy 2.5 GT Limited 5MT white sedan
'96 SVX LSi 4EAT green
for parts: '97 Legacy 2.5 GT 5MT white sedan
i just did this on my 96 leggy and my shifts are smoother and my acceleration is better.
so overall it was a good 10 minutes spent . im going to look at my girls 98 forester and see if i can do it to hers as well
Added another picture for the phase 1 wiring. Still nothing on the phase 2, I don't have access to one.
mine:
'98 Legacy 2.5 GT Limited 5MT white sedan
'96 SVX LSi 4EAT green
for parts: '97 Legacy 2.5 GT 5MT white sedan
I'd give it a try on my '99, anyone got a connector terminal + pigtail? U-pull-its are a thing of the past around here.
The Five Vehicles Every Man Needs
2004 GMC Sierra Denali ----------------> obligatory truck
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback ---------------> daily driver
1988 Merkur XR4Ti -------------------------------> fun car
1969 Chrysler 300 Convertible -------------------> old car
1932 3-window Coupe "Forderati" -----------> project car
I'm reading this closely, I have an Outback H6 and the auto blows. If I can search this out this weekend I'll report back. Really looking forward to a Phase II photo.
just done this on my GT, it feels similar to pushing the Tow/Haul button in my Avalanche. But it makes it a LOT better. Highly recommended. Took approx 15 minutes.
I wonder how this would be on my SS. even though it has the manual mode, I never use it since I baby the thing.
UNNAMED '97 GT Wagon just picked up. Build thread soon.
Im working up the courage to do this to my leggy... I think I will do it this weekend... maybe.
Also found this on Wiki... makes me think that it would work in the 04 wrx:
"4EAT
This transmission was released in 1988 for use in the Subaru XT6 and Leone Touring Wagon. The bellhousing and input shaft were changed for the Subaru EJ engine, but this transmission is still in use today with only minor changes.
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.785 2nd 1.545 3rd 1.000 4th 0.697 Rev 2.272
Usage: 1988-1991 Subaru XT, 1990-2004 Subaru Legacy, 1992-1997 Subaru Alcyone SVX, and all Subarus 1995–Present
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
They're referring to the physical transmission. I'm sure the TCU programming has changed quite a bit since 1988.
Doesn't mean it won't work. What would be useful is info on more modern JDM/EDM transmissions and if they're still building this feature in.
~Mark [SLi Admin]
2015 Dodge Charger AWD
2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited, 7 passenger w/ Navigation
Former vehicles:
03 Forester
95 Legacy Outback
I don't know if the TCU was moved into the ECU or not for the newer electronics... If not it is a possibility although I know for a fact some of the newer ones like the outback have a "sport" mode that the shifter can be switched sideways into which does the exact same thing as "power" mode and makes the cars drive wonderfully.
mine:
'98 Legacy 2.5 GT Limited 5MT white sedan
'96 SVX LSi 4EAT green
for parts: '97 Legacy 2.5 GT 5MT white sedan
Just went outside and looked... this is what I see on my Phase 2 plug... Am I correct to say that the wire that I am to tap into a ground is the empty space between the blue/white and the red/white wires on the white plug?
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
yes thats it, i have already done it. The trans does feel different with shifts and how long it holds gears but that is just by feel, it may just be a placebo affect.
99 Legacy SUS
Anyone got any extra terminals/pigtails? I don't like the idea of just jamming a wire up in there.
The Five Vehicles Every Man Needs
2004 GMC Sierra Denali ----------------> obligatory truck
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback ---------------> daily driver
1988 Merkur XR4Ti -------------------------------> fun car
1969 Chrysler 300 Convertible -------------------> old car
1932 3-window Coupe "Forderati" -----------> project car
You dont need an actual terminal... I just went to Fry's Electronics and picked up a pack of these...
Worked perfectly!!!
First impressions:
Completely noticeable... Not so much in first gear... but 2nd and 3rd definitely hold longer. A good example would be taking a right at an intersection about about 15 miles per hour. Before, the car would almost always be in like 2nd or 3rd... so after the corner, getting on the car would result in a down shift to get up to about 2500 RPM... now the car is already in that gear and accelerates without downshifting.
Power Mode in the Phase 2 4EAT for the win!!!
Harry Maneuvers
SOLD - 1984 Brat Turbo E81
SOLD - 1989 XT6
SOLD - 1991 Legacy SS
SOLD - 1999 Legacy Sedan 30th Anniversary EJ251/EJ22 High Comp Frankenmotor http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15427
SOLD - 2004 WRX Wagon Widebody - The Braggin Wagon http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15237
2006 Forester XT - Mrs. Fancy http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15753
2016 Outback 3.6R Limited
Wow! read this post, spent ten minutes under the dash, ten minutes on the road and im back to say this has been by far the best thing i have learned for my car. Best $2 in materials ever spent on a car! I dont feel like i have to "shift" my car any more.
I'll have to check for those KK terminals at Radio Shack, no Fry's around here.
The Five Vehicles Every Man Needs
2004 GMC Sierra Denali ----------------> obligatory truck
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback ---------------> daily driver
1988 Merkur XR4Ti -------------------------------> fun car
1969 Chrysler 300 Convertible -------------------> old car
1932 3-window Coupe "Forderati" -----------> project car
Would this mod do anything for my HARD 1-2 shift at low speed on my '98 BK LGT Wagon? Taking it slow and easy through a parking lot is anything but when the 4EAT jerks my head back during this shift. Normal acceleration on the street is not as bad.
Possibly, but that could be due to something else. Have you had your transmission serviced? (new fluids, etc) Try that first.Originally Posted by camroncamera
Huffer, and quite a few others recommend Lubeguard ATF additive for transmissions that are having issues.
~Mark [SLi Admin]
2015 Dodge Charger AWD
2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited, 7 passenger w/ Navigation
Former vehicles:
03 Forester
95 Legacy Outback
The 4EAT is indeed due for transmission fluid replacement, I was hoping to change to Redline ATF last year after I did the head gaskets but it still needs to be serviced. Fortunately the AT was regularly serviced before we got the car last year. Thanks for the suggestion of Lubeguard Additive, I'll look into that. I've heard that the 1-2 lurch on the 4EAT is pretty common and am hoping for a regular maintenance solution.