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2015+ WRX Gear Indicator Display Issue with Transmission Swap

So you've just done a DCCD transmission swap in your 2015+ WRX, and the gear indicator on the gauge cluster is not working properly. Not to worry, this is perfectly normal. You may see something like the situation below for the gear display. Gears 1 - 4 show fine Getting...

Intro to Subaru Conversion - Whitney's Wisdom

This blog post is written by Whitney using the notes she's acquired from answering Subaru wiring questions for customers for over seven years.  When it comes to adding new parts to a Subaru, there are a lot of important factors to consider. While the mechanical side is considered "legos," and for the most...

iWire's Best Tips and Tricks for Automotive Wiring

In this blog post, we've curated our best tips and tricks for tackling your Subaru wiring or any automotive wiring.  The most important tip is to find the correct wiring diagrams for your Subaru's model and year. All the wiring information you need for repair or custom projects can be found or figured...

Fuel Pump Controllers Part 2 - Diagnostics

In part 1, we talked about the basics of a fuel pump controller (FPC), why it's essential, and how it works. This part 2 post will discuss common issues and how to diagnose them. To do this you'll need a multimeter. We carry a great one that we also provide information on...

SI-Drive - What is it and how does it work?

SI-Drive or Subaru Intelligent Drive is a button that changes engine computer mapping and the transmission computer mapping if the car is equipped with an automatic transmission. The engine computer will change the throttle response and target boost to maintain fuel efficiency. There are three different settings. Sport - This is the default position...

3 Pin TGV to 5 Pin TGV Comparison

This post discusses the differences between 3-pin TGVs and 5-pin TGVs. What is a TGV? A TGV or Tumble Valve Generator is a piece of emissions equipment that reduces the air into the engine when only a small amount of air is required. It's located in between the heads and the upper intake manifold...

What is a Fuel Pump Controller (FPC) Part 1

This blog post discusses what a Fuel Pump Controller is, what it does, and how it works. If you want to diagnose a fuel pump controller issue (P0230), please take a look at part 2 by clicking here. For more about fuel pump upgrades, click here. What is a Fuel Pump Controller?...

Cruise Control and your Subaru

In this blog post, we review cruise control in your Subaru and the options available when doing an engine swap and wanting to retain or add in cruise control.  How Does Cruise Control Work? There are three types of cruise control depending on your type of Subaru. In general, a cruise control...