Service and repair manuals for 9 model years of the Subaru WRX STI, 2013 to 2021. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Subaru published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 4 recalls, 14 owner complaints and 1,533 technical service bulletins are logged for the WRX STI. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your WRX STI year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · STI Sedan 4-Door +1 | select |
| 2020 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Kanrai Edition Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2019 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · S209 Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2018 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · STI Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2017 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2016 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Series.HyperBlue Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2015 | $49.99 | — | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door · Launch Edition Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2014 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Tsurugi Edition Sedan 4-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Sport-tech Hatchback 4-Door | details → |
| 2013 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.5L H4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Sport-tech Hatchback 4-Door | details → |
Related Subaru models: Subaru WRX 2012–2024
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2021 WRX STI manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 285
- General Information 2,334
- Accessories & Equipment 2,647
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 406
- Body & Frame 644
- Maintenance 14
- Brakes 577
- Restraints 338
- Drivelines & Axles 225
- Steering 123
- Electrical 885
- Suspension 213
- Engine Mechanical 707
- Transmission 448
- Engine Performance 2,398
- Axle Shaft Nut (Front) 162
- Axle Shaft Nut (Rear) 140
04 / Other yearsOther WRX STI years
2021 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · STI Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2021 WRX STI. 0 complaints · 142 TSBs.
2020 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Kanrai Edition Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · STI Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2020 WRX STI. 0 complaints · 194 TSBs.
2019 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · S209 Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · STI Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2019 WRX STI. 2 complaints · 195 TSBs.
2018 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · STI Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door · Type RA Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2018 WRX STI. 2 complaints · 150 TSBs.
2017 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2017 WRX STI. 0 complaints · 150 TSBs.
2016 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Series.HyperBlue Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2016 WRX STI. 3 complaints · 153 TSBs.
2015 Subaru WRX STI · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.5L H4 — 150 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport-tech Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door · Launch Edition Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2015 WRX STI. 4 complaints · 187 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore WRX STI manual | $49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the WRX STI manual
Which WRX STI years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2013 to 2021 — 9 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Subaru WRX STI manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Subaru published for the WRX STI, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include WRX STI wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every WRX STI manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover WRX STI recalls?
4 recalls are on federal record across the 2013–2021 WRX STI, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Subaru dealers.
Why do some WRX STI years cost more?
Every WRX STI year is $49.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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