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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEFUEL DELIVERYFUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)MAIN RELAYREMOVAL

2002 Subaru Forester Base

Main Relay: Removal

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Removal

Disconnect battery ground cable.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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Remove bolt which holds bracket of main relay and fuel pump relay.

Fig 2: Removing Main Relay And Fuel Pump Relay Bracket Bolts
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Disconnect connectors from relays.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Connectors From Relays
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Remove main relay from mounting bracket.

Fig 4: Removing Main Relay From Mounting Bracket
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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.