Intake Manifold: Removal

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Removal
  1. Release fuel pressure. RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSUREΒ  .
  2. Open fuel flap lid, and remove fuel filler cap.
  3. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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  4. Remove air intake duct and air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR INTAKE DUCT and AIR CLEANER CASE .
  5. Disconnect accelerator cable (A).
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Accelerator Cable
    G02861755Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect cruise control cable (B). (With cruise control model)
  7. Remove power steering pump and tank from brackets.
    1. Remove resonator chamber. Refer to RESONATOR CHAMBER .
    2. Remove front side V-belt. Refer to V-BELT
    3. Remove bolts which hold power steering pipes brackets onto intake manifold.
      NOTE: Do not disconnect power steering hose.
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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.