2002 Subaru Legacy GT Limited, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Removal

  1. Release fuel pressure. Refer to OPERATION , Fuel.
  2. Open fuel flap lid, and remove fuel filler cap.
    Fig 1: Removing Fuel Filler Cap
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  3. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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  4. Remove air intake duct and air cleaner case. Refer to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct and REMOVAL , Air Cleaner Case.
  5. Disconnect accelerator cable (A).
  6. Disconnect cruise control cable (B). (With cruise control model)
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Accelerator Cable & Cruise Control Cable
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  7. Remove power steering pump and tank from brackets.
    1. Remove resonator chamber.
      Fig 4: Removing Resonator Chamber
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    2. Remove V-belt covers.
      Fig 5: Removing V-Belt Covers
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    3. Loosen lock bolt and slider bolt, and remove power steering pump drive V-belt.
      Fig 6: Removing Power Steering Pump Drive V-Belt
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    4. Remove bolts which hold power steering pipes onto intake manifold protector.
      NOTE: Do not disconnect power steering hose.
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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.