2005 Subaru Baja Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

LH Side

  1. Release fuel pressure. < Ref. to , RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , OPERATION, Fuel. >
  2. Open fuel flap lid, and remove fuel filler cap.
  3. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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  4. Remove two bolts which install washer tank on body.
    Fig 2: Removing Washer Tank Holding Bolts
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  5. Disconnect connector from front window washer motor.
  6. Disconnect connector from rear gate glass washer motor.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Connector From Rear Gate Glass Washer Motor
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  7. Disconnect rear window glass washer hose from washer motor, then plug connection with a suitable cap.
  8. Move washer tank, and secure it away from working area.
    Fig 4: Removing Washer Tank
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  9. Remove spark plug cords from spark plugs (#2 and #4 cylinders).
    Fig 5: Removing Spark Plug Cords From Spark Plugs (No. 2 And 4 Cylinders)
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  10. Remove fuel pipe protector LH.
    Fig 6: Removing Fuel Pipe Protector LH
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  11. Disconnect connector from fuel injector.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Injector
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  12. Remove bolt which holds injector pipe to intake manifold.
    Fig 8: Removing Bolt Holding Injector Pipe To Intake Manifold
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  13. Remove bolt which holds fuel pipe on the left side intake manifold.
    Fig 9: Removing Bolt Holding Fuel Pipe On Left Side Intake Manifold
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  14. Remove fuel injector from intake manifold.
    1. Remove fuel injector securing clip.
      Fig 10: Removing Fuel Injector Securing Clip
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    2. Remove fuel injector while lifting up fuel injector pipe.
      Fig 11: Removing Fuel Injector
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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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