Webasto Thermo Top E Installation Instructions Manual
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Incorrect installation or repair of Webasto heating systems may cause a fire or result
in the emission of carbon monoxide, which can be fatal. Serious or fatal injuries can
be caused as a result.
Specialist company training, technical documentation, specialized tools and equip-
ment are required to install and repair Webasto heating and cooling systems.
NEVER attempt to install or repair Webasto heating or cooling systems if you have not
successfully completed the company training and thereby acquired the required tech-
nical skills, or if you do not have access to the required technical documentation, tools
and equipment needed to carry out correct installation and repairs.
ALWAYS follow all Webasto installation and repair instructions and observe all warn-
ings.
Webasto does not accept any liability for defects and damage that are attributable to
installation by untrained staff.
Feel the drive
SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R
Gasoline
Impreza 2.0R from Model Year 2006
Impreza 1.5R from Model Year 2007
For left-hand drive vehicles only
Ident. No.: 1311020B
Fee Euro 10.00
© Webasto AG
Water Heater Unit
Thermo Top E Additional Heater
Thermo Top C Additional Heater
Installation Instructions
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SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R
Validity
Vehicle and engine types, equipment variants and national specifications not listed in these installation
instructions have not been tested. However, installation according to these installation instructions may
be possible.
The installation location of a digital timer and summer/winter switch should be confirmed with the end
customer before installation.
Manufacturer
Model
Type
EG-BE No./ABE
SUBARU
Impreza
GD/GG
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SUBARU
Impreza
GD/GGS
e1*98/14*0163...
Engine type
Engine model
Output in kW
Displacement in cm³
EL15
Gasoline
77
1498
EJ20
Gasoline
118
1994
Validity
2
Heater Unit/Installation Kit
3
Foreword
3
General Instructions
3
Special Tools
3
Explanatory Notes on Document
4
Preliminary Work
5
Heater unit installation location
5
Preparing electrical system
6
Electrical Connections
7
Automatic air-conditioning fan controller
8
Remote option (Telestart)
10
Remote option (Thermo Call)
11
Preparing heater unit
12
Preparing installation location
13
Preassembling heater unit
14
Installing heater unit
15
Coolant connection
17
Combustion air
21
Fuel Connection
22
Exhaust system
26
Final Work
28
Operating Instructions for End Customer
29
Template with Hole Pattern for Spring Strut Dome 30
Template for Bracket
31
Template for Perforated bracket A
32
Template for Perforated bracket B
32
Template for Fuel sender
33
Template for Fuel Standpipe
34
Table of Contents
SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R
Heater Unit/Installation Kit
Heater unit recommended for the respective vehicle class:
The selection of the heater unit is based on the passenger compartment size of the vehicle and the
level of comfort required by the customer!
Foreword
These installation instructions apply to SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R vehicles with a Gasoline engine
- for validity, see page 2 - from model year 2006 and later, assuming technical modifications to the ve-
hicle do not affect installation, any liability claims excluded. Depending on the vehicle version and
equipment, modifications may be necessary during installation with respect to these installation in-
structions.
However, the stipulations in the "installation instructions" and "operating and maintenance instructions"
for the Thermo Top C/P/E must always be observed.
The corresponding rules of technology and any information from the vehicle manufacturer should be
observed during the installation work.
General Instructions
Installation should be carried out according to the general, standard rules of technology. Unless spec-
ified otherwise, fasten hoses, lines and wiring harnesses to original vehicle lines and wiring harnesses
using cable ties.
Sharp edges should be fitted with edge protectors (split open plastic hose).
Spray unfinished body areas, e.g. drilled holes, with anti-corrosion wax (Tectyl 100K, Order No.
111329).
Special Tools
- Torque wrench for 2.0 - 10 Nm
- Hose clamping pliers
- Metric Thread-Setter Kit
Quantity
Description
Order No.:
1
Retail accessories with desired heater control
See price list
1
Installation kit for SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R
1310983A
Vehicle
Heater unit
Compact car
Thermo Top E
Mid-size car, station wagon
Thermo Top C
Special features are highlighted using the following symbols:
Mechanical system
Electrical system
Coolant connection
Fuel connection
Exhaust system
Combustion air
The arrow in the vehicle icon indicates the position on
the vehicle and the viewing angle.
SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R
Specific risk of injury or fatal accidents.
Specific risk of damage to components.
Specific risk of fire or explosion.
Reference to general installation instructions of Webas-
to components or to the manufacturer's vehicle-specific
documents.
Reference to a special technical feature.
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Explanatory Notes on Document
To provide you with a quick overview of the individual working steps, you will find an identification mark
on the outside top right corner of the page in question.
SUBARU Impreza 1.5R; 2.0R
Heater unit installation location
1 Heater unit
Installa-
tion loca-
tion
1
1
Preliminary Work
WARNING!
- Disconnect the battery "earth" or "ground" connection.
- Depressurize the cooling system.
- Copy the factory number from the original type label to the duplicate type label.
- Remove years that do not apply from the duplicate label.
- Attach the duplicate label (type label) in the appropriate place.
- Copy the vehicle data from the type label on the right-hand spring strut dome to the EC homolo-
gation for the heater unit.
- Remove the air filter together with the intake hose.
- Remove the coolant reservoir cap.
- Remove the A/C control panel.
- Remove the lower instrument panel trim on the driver's side.
- Remove the lower left-hand A-pillar trim and fold back the floor trim above the pedals.
- Remove the left-hand front and rear door sill cover.
- Remove the rear seat cushion.
- Remove the lower luggage compartment cover and take out the Styrofoam molded parts.
- Open the fuel tank cap, ventilate the tank.
- Close the tank cap again.
- Open the right-hand fuel sender service lid
Please remove page 29 of the “Operating instructions for the end customer” and add it to the vehicle
operating instructions.