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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2004BAJA BASE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 86 (FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS, H6DO))FUEL SUB LEVEL SENSORREMOVAL
2004 Subaru Baja Base, Standard

Fuel Sub Level Sensor: Removal

2004 Subaru Baja Base, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Outback. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
  • Place "NO FIRE" signs near the working area.
  • Be careful not to spill fuel on the floor.
  • During work procedures, if fuel tank is more than 3/4 full, be careful because fuel may spill.
  1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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  2. Lift-up the vehicle.
  3. Remove front side fuel tank cover.
    Fig 2: Removing Front Side Fuel Tank Cover
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  4. Drain fuel from fuel tank. Set a container under the vehicle and remove drain plug from fuel tank.
    Fig 3: Removing Drain Plug From Fuel Tank
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  5. Tighten fuel drain plug and install front right side fuel tank cover.
    1. Tightening torque:  26 N.m (2.65 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb)
    Fig 4: Tightening Fuel Drain Plug
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    1. Tightening torque:  18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)
    Fig 5: Installing Front Right Side Fuel Tank Cover
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  6. Raise rear seat and turn floor mat up. (Wagon model)
  7. Remove rear seat. (Sedan model)
  8. Remove service hole cover.
    Fig 6: Removing Service Hole Cover
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  9. Disconnect connector from fuel sub level sensor.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Sub Level Sensor
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  10. Disconnect fuel jet pump hose.
    Fig 8: Disconnecting Fuel Jet Pump Hose
    G02877320Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Remove bolts which install fuel sub level sensor on fuel tank.
    Fig 9: Removing Fuel Sub Level Sensor On Fuel Tank
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  12. Remove fuel sub level sensor.
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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.