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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998FORESTER AWD F4-2.5L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYPISTON PIN, ENGINE
1998 Subaru Forester AWD F4-2.5L DOHC
Piston Pin, Engine
1998 Subaru Forester AWD F4-2.5L DOHCSECTION Piston Pin, Engine
Standard Clearance Between Piston Pin And Hole In Piston:
Standard 0.004 - 0.010 mm (0.0002 - 0.0004 inch)
Limit 0.020 mm (0.0008 inch)
Degree Of Fit:
Piston Pin Must Be Fitted Into Position With Thumb At 20°C (68°F)
Standard 0.004 - 0.010 mm (0.0002 - 0.0004 inch)
Limit 0.020 mm (0.0008 inch)
Degree Of Fit:
Piston Pin Must Be Fitted Into Position With Thumb At 20°C (68°F)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.