2004 Subaru Forester XT, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Removal

  1. Release the fuel pressure. < Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE  . >
  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
    G00966240Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Lift up the vehicle.
  5. Remove the under cover.
  6. Drain the engine coolant about 3.0 l (3.2 US qt, 2.6 lmp qt).
    Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Filler Cap
    G00966241Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the air cleaner upper cover and air intake boot. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Cleaner . >
  8. Remove the air cleaner element.
  9. Remove the intercooler. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Intercooler . >
  10. Remove the coolant filler tank. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Coolant Filler Tank . >
  11. Remove the power steering pump.
    1. Remove the front side V-belt. < Ref. to REMOVAL , V-belt . >
    2. Disconnect the power steering switch connector.
      Fig 3: Identifying Power Steering Switch Connector
      G00966242Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Remove the bolts which secure the power steering pipe brackets to the intake manifold.
      NOTE: Do not disconnect the power steering hose.
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  • • 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.
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