2004 Subaru Forester XS, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

RH Side

  1. Release the fuel pressure.

    Refer to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSUREΒ , OPERATION, Fuel.

  2. Open the fuel filler flap lid, and remove the fuel filler cap.
  3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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  4. Remove the resonator chamber. Refer to REMOVAL , Resonator Chamber.
  5. Remove the spark plug cords from the spark plugs (#1 and #3 cylinders).
    Fig 2: Identifying Spark Plug Cords
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  6. Remove the power steering pump and reservoir tank from the brackets.
    1. Remove the front side V-belt. Refer to REMOVAL REMOVAL, V-belt.
    2. Remove the bolts which hold the power steering pipes onto the intake manifold protector.
      Fig 3: Identifying Bolts & Power Steering Pipes
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    3. Remove the bolts which install the power steering pump to the bracket.
      Fig 4: Identifying Bolts & Power Steering Pump
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    4. Disconnect the connector from the power steering pump switch.
      Fig 5: Disconnecting Connector From Power Steering Pump Switch
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    5. Remove the power steering tank from the bracket by pulling it upwards.
      Fig 6: Identifying Power Steering Tank
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    6. Place the power steering pump and reservoir tank on the right side wheel apron.
      Fig 7: Placing Power Steering Pump & Reservoir Tank On Right Side Wheel Apron
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    7. Remove the fuel pipe protector RH.
      Fig 8: Identifying Fuel Pipe Protector RH
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    8. Disconnect the connector from fuel injector.
      Fig 9: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Injector
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    9. Remove the bolt which holds the injector pipe to the intake manifold.
      Fig 10: Identifying Bolt & Injector Pipe (1 Of 2)
      G00994838Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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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.