2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD)

GD / Hatchback/Sedan/Wagon / Global (with variations: Japan, Europe, North America, Australia)

EJ205EJ204EJ20YEJ253EJ255Exakter Jahres-/Varianten-DatensatzSilver

Engine identity

Engine code

EJ205, EJ204, EJ20Y, EJ253, EJ255

Engine summary

Horizontally opposed (Boxer) 4-cylinder petrol engines; naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants available depending on market

Displacement

1994 cc

Power

Approx. 145-230 hp depending on engine version and market

Torque

Approx. 196-320 Nm depending on engine version and market

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing belt

OBD-Port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Öltyp

API SL or better, 5W-30 recommended

Ölmenge

Approx. 4.4 L (engine oil service-fill with filter change) depending on engine variant

Kühlmittel

Approx. 8.5 L

Flüssigkeit

Refer to Subaru specification for AT/MT fluid, typically Subaru ATF or equivalent

Differential fluid

Refer to Subaru specifications; usually gear oil SAE 75W-90 GL-5

Bremsflüssigkeit

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed and 6-speed manuals available depending on model and market

Automatic transmission

4-speed and 5-speed automatic transmissions available

Spark plugs

NGK or equivalent; gap approx. 0.7-0.8 mm

Service interval

Every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or 12 months depending on market guidelines

Reifengrößen

205/55R16, 215/45R17, 225/45R17

Radmoment

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Head gasket leaks on EJ20 engines in some markets
Timing belt replacement critical at specified intervals
Turbocharger issues on WRX variants with EJ205 engines

First checks

Inspect valve cover gaskets for leaks
Check timing belt replacement history
Examine turbocharger and intercooler piping on turbo models

Vor dem Teiletausch

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Global availability of engines and transmissions varies by market and trim; North America favored 2.5L (EJ253/EJ255), Japan and Europe offered more EJ20 variants.
The 2005 model is part of the second-generation Impreza, commonly referred to as GD chassis code.

Häufige Codes

Source and verification notes

Based on Subaru GD series technical manuals and service guides from 2004-2006.
Verified production and engine variations from global Subaru market brochures and enthusiast technical repositories.

Kompatible Werkzeuge

Verify by VIN and market

Häufige Fragen

What engine code does the 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) use? 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) is listed here with engine code EJ205, EJ204, EJ20Y, EJ253, EJ255; engine summary: Horizontally opposed (Boxer) 4-cylinder petrol engines; naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants available depending on market.
What oil and capacity does the 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) use? 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) is listed with API SL or better, 5W-30 recommended and oil capacity Approx. 4.4 L (engine oil service-fill with filter change) depending on engine variant. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) problems? Highlighted checks for 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD): Head gasket leaks on EJ20 engines in some markets, Timing belt replacement critical at specified intervals, Turbocharger issues on WRX variants with EJ205 engines.

Engine identity

Engine code

EJ205, EJ204, EJ20Y, EJ253, EJ255

Engine summary

Horizontally opposed (Boxer) 4-cylinder petrol engines; naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants available depending on market

Displacement

1994 cc

Power

Approx. 145-230 hp depending on engine version and market

Torque

Approx. 196-320 Nm depending on engine version and market

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing belt

OBD-Port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Öltyp

API SL or better, 5W-30 recommended

Ölmenge

Approx. 4.4 L (engine oil service-fill with filter change) depending on engine variant

Kühlmittel

Approx. 8.5 L

Flüssigkeit

Refer to Subaru specification for AT/MT fluid, typically Subaru ATF or equivalent

Differential fluid

Refer to Subaru specifications; usually gear oil SAE 75W-90 GL-5

Bremsflüssigkeit

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed and 6-speed manuals available depending on model and market

Automatic transmission

4-speed and 5-speed automatic transmissions available

Spark plugs

NGK or equivalent; gap approx. 0.7-0.8 mm

Service interval

Every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or 12 months depending on market guidelines

Reifengrößen

205/55R16, 215/45R17, 225/45R17

Radmoment

Verify by VIN and market

Häufige Fragen

What engine code does the 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) use? 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) is listed here with engine code EJ205, EJ204, EJ20Y, EJ253, EJ255; engine summary: Horizontally opposed (Boxer) 4-cylinder petrol engines; naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants available depending on market.

What oil and capacity does the 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) use? 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) is listed with API SL or better, 5W-30 recommended and oil capacity Approx. 4.4 L (engine oil service-fill with filter change) depending on engine variant. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD) problems? Highlighted checks for 2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD): Head gasket leaks on EJ20 engines in some markets, Timing belt replacement critical at specified intervals, Turbocharger issues on WRX variants with EJ205 engines.

2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Vor dem Teiletausch

Important notes

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2005 SUBARU Impreza EJ205/EJ204 (GD)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Vor dem Teiletausch

Important notes