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Standard Ignition VR-796 Voltage Regulator

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Fitment: Subaru, Impreza, Forester, Legacy, Outback, and B9 Tribeca
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Charging System Voltage Regulator for Subaru

Standard Ignition VR-796 is a 12-volt charging system voltage regulator for the alternator on select Subaru applications. It is built with a female oval connector, 3 male blade terminals, and the mounting hardware needed for service replacement.

Key Features

  • Charging system voltage regulator for alternator-mounted applications
  • 12-volt electrical system specification
  • Female oval connector with 3 male blade terminals
  • Hardware included for installation
  • Compact regulator dimensions: 82.55 x 72.644 x 35.052 mm
  • Standard Ignition VR-796 replacement part number

Product Details

Standard Ignition VR-796 is a direct-fit alternator voltage regulator used to control charging output in Subaru Impreza, Forester, Legacy, Outback, and B9 Tribeca applications. It is designed for alternator mounting and uses a single oval connector with blade-style terminals for the electrical interface. This part cross-references 1V1262 and VR1098 for the same application. The VR-796 is a practical service part when replacing a failed regulator in Subaru charging system repairs.

Common Repair Symptoms

  • Battery warning light illuminated on the dash
  • Charging voltage that is too high or too low
  • Battery not staying charged during normal driving
  • Flickering lights or unstable electrical output
  • Alternator charging irregularities after regulator failure

Installation Notes

  • Mounts on the alternator
  • Uses 1 female oval connector and 3 male blade terminals
  • Instructions are not included
  • Mounting bracket(s) are not included
  • Verify connector shape, terminal layout, and alternator configuration before installation

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies replacement electrical components for charging and starting system service. Verify fitment by year, make, and model before ordering. Compatible Subaru applications include 2004-2014 Impreza, 2006-2013 Forester, 2005 and 2007-2009 Legacy, 2001-2006 and 2008-2009 Outback, and 2006-2007 B9 Tribeca.

BrandStandard Ignition
Part NumberVR-796
Connector GenderFemale
Connector ShapeOval
ContentsRegulator
Mounting LocationAlternator
Terminal GenderMale
Terminal TypeBlade
Voltage12

This part fits 41 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2014SubaruImprezaN/A
2013SubaruForesterN/A
2013SubaruImprezaN/A
2012SubaruForesterN/A
2012SubaruImprezaN/A
2011SubaruForesterN/A
2011SubaruImprezaN/A
2010SubaruForesterN/A
2010SubaruImprezaN/A
2009SubaruForesterN/A
2009SubaruImpreza2.5iN/A
2009SubaruImprezaWRXN/A
2009SubaruImprezaWRX STIN/A
2009SubaruLegacy3.0LH6N/A
2009SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2008SubaruForesterN/A
2008SubaruImpreza2.5iN/A
2008SubaruImprezaWRXN/A
2008SubaruImprezaWRX STIN/A
2008SubaruLegacy3.0LH6N/A
2008SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2007SubaruB9 TribecaN/A
2007SubaruForesterN/A
2007SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/A
2007SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/A
2006SubaruB9 TribecaN/A
2006SubaruForesterN/A
2006SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/A
2006SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2006SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/A
2005SubaruImpreza2.0LH4N/A
2005SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/A
2005SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/A
2005SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2005SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/A
2004SubaruImpreza2.0LH4N/A
2004SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/A
2004SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2003SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2002SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A
2001SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

1V126223815AA16027-154929-0195R2044VR1098VR1104

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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