2002 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Tank: Removal

WARNING:
  • Place "NO FIRE" signs near the working area.
  • Be careful not to spill fuel on the floor.
  1. Set vehicle on the lift.
  2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE  .
  3. Drain fuel from fuel tank. Refer to DRAINING OF FUEL  .
  4. Remove rear seat.
  5. Disconnect connector of fuel tank cord to rear harness.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector Of Fuel Tank Cord
    G02861951Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Push grommet which holds fuel tank cord on floor panel into under the body.
    Fig 2: Pushing Grommet Which Holds Fuel Tank Cord On Floor Panel Into Under The Body
    G02861952Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove rear crossmember. Refer to CROSSMEMBER .
  8. Move clamp, and disconnect evaporation hose from canister.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Evaporation Hose From Canister
    G02861953Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Disconnect connector from pressure control solenoid valve.
  10. Disconnect connector from drain valve.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Connector From Drain Valve
    G02861954Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Disconnect hoses from roll over valve.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Hoses From Roll Over Valve
    G02861955Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Loosen clamp and disconnect fuel filler hose and air vent hose from fuel filler pipe and air vent pipe.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting Fuel Filler Hose
    G02861956Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Move clips, and disconnect quick connector. Refer to Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines  .
  14. Disconnect fuel hoses.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Fuel Hoses
    G02861957Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  15. Support fuel tank with transmission jack, remove bolts from bands and dismount fuel tank from the vehicle.
    WARNING: A helper is required to perform this work.
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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.

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