2001 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Sub Level Sensor: Removal

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WARNING:
  • Place "NO FIRE" signs near the working area.
  • Be careful not to spill fuel on the floor.
  1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
    G02113005
  2. Lift-up the vehicle.
  3. Remove front side fuel tank cover.
    Fig 2: Removing Front Side Fuel Tank Cover
    G02113006
  4. Drain fuel from fuel tank. Set a container under the vehicle and remove drain plug from fuel tank.
    Fig 3: Draining Fuel From Fuel Tank
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  5. Tighten fuel drain plug and install front right side fuel tank cover.
    1. Tightening torque:  26 N.m (2.65 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb)
    Fig 4: Tightening Fuel Drain Plug
    G02113008
    1. Tightening torque:  18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)
    Fig 5: Installing Front Right Side Fuel Tank Cover
    G02113009
  6. Raise rear seat and turn floor mat up. (Wagon model)
  7. Remove rear seat. (Sedan model)
  8. Remove service hole cover.
    Fig 6: Removing Service Hole Cover
    G02113010
  9. Disconnect connector from fuel sublevel sensor.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Sublevel Sensor
    G02113011
  10. Disconnect fuel jet pump hose.
    Fig 8: Disconnecting Fuel Jet Pump Hose
    G02113012
  11. Remove bolts which install fuel sublevel sensor on fuel tank.
    Fig 9: Removing Sublevel Sensor
    G02113013
  12. Remove fuel sub level sensor.
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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.