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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSFUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)FUEL PUMPREMOVAL

2002 Subaru Forester Base

Fuel Pump: Removal

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Removal

WARNING:

Place "No fire" signs near the working area.
Be careful not to spill fuel on the floor.

Release fuel pressure. Refer to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE
Open fuel filler flap lid, and remove fuel filler cap.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Filler Cap
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Disconnect battery ground cable.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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Remove the floor box located just behind the rear seats.
Remove access hole lid.

Fig 3: Removing Access Hole Lid
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Disconnect connector from fuel pump.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Pump
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Move clips, and then disconnect fuel delivery hose (A), return hose (B) and jet pump hose (C).
Disconnect quick connector, and then disconnect fuel delivery hose (A). Refer to Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines .

Fig 5: Disconnecting Fuel Delivery Hose
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Remove nuts which install fuel pump assembly onto fuel tank.

Fig 6: Removing Fuel Pump Assembly Nuts
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Take off fuel pump from fuel tank.

Fig 7: Removing Fuel Pump
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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.