Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DBβ LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALFUEL SYSTEMFUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)INTAKE MANIFOLDREMOVAL
2002 Subaru Forester Base
Intake Manifold: Removal
2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Removal
- Release fuel pressure. RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSUREΒ .
- Open fuel flap lid, and remove fuel filler cap.
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove air intake duct and air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR INTAKE DUCT and AIR CLEANER CASE .
- Disconnect accelerator cable (A).
- Disconnect cruise control cable (B). (With cruise control model)
- Remove power steering pump and tank from brackets.
- Remove resonator chamber. Refer to RESONATOR CHAMBER .
- Remove front side V-belt. Refer to V-BELT
- Remove bolts which hold power steering pipes brackets onto intake manifold.NOTE: Do not disconnect power steering hose.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.