The service and repair manual for the 1988 Subaru Justy — the 1.2L I3 engine, 2 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Subaru published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 1.2L I3 — 73 cu in, SOHC |
| Trims | GL Hatchback 2-Door · DL Hatchback 2-Door |
| Federal record | 3 recalls · 9 complaints · 8 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 1988 Justy manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 63
- General Information 1,357
- Accessories & Equipment 45
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 54
- Brakes 50
- Maintenance 52
- Drivelines & Axles 13
- Steering 74
- Electrical 97
- Suspension 35
- Engine Mechanical 81
- Transmission 44
- Engine Performance 369
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1988 Justy
- Power Train — manual transmission · 89V028000This could cause bearing seizure and possible rear wheellockup, which could result in an accident.
- Electrical System — alternator/generator/regulator · 88V029000An electrical short could result in smoke and possiblyan engine compartment fire.
- Seat Belts · 88V052000Fails to meet requirements of fmvss 210 regarding childrestraint systems.
Owners have filed 9 complaints and Subaru has issued 8 technical service bulletins for the 1988 Justy. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 1988 Justy manual
Is this manual specific to the 1988 Justy?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1988 model year, covering the 1.2L I3 across the GL Hatchback 2-Door, DL Hatchback 2-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Subaru published for this year.
What 1988 Justy problems does it help with?
3 recalls are on federal record for the 1988 Justy, covering power train, electrical system, seat belts. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Subaru dealers.
Does it include 1988 Justy wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1988 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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