2005 Subaru Forester XT, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Installation

  1. Install the intake manifold onto cylinder heads.
    NOTE: Always use new gaskets.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Installing Intake Manifold Onto Cylinder Heads
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  2. Connect the fuel delivery hose, return hose and evaporation hose.
    Fig 2: Connecting Fuel Delivery Hose
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  3. Connect the connector to the oil pressure switch (B), crankshaft position sensor (C) and engine coolant temperature sensor (A).
    Fig 3: Connecting Connector To Oil Pressure Switch
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  4. Connect the connector to the knock sensor.
    Fig 4: Connecting Connector To Knock Sensor
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  5. Connect the connector to the camshaft position sensor.
    Fig 5: Connecting Connector To Camshaft Position Sensor
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  6. Connect the connector to the ignition coil.
    Fig 6: Connecting Connector To Ignition Coil
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  7. Connect the engine harness with clip (A) to the bracket.
    • RH SIDE
      Fig 7: Connecting Engine Harness To Bracket (RH)
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    • LH SIDE
      Fig 8: Connecting Engine Harness To Bracket (LH)
      G03806281Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Connect the engine harness connector to the bulkhead harness connectors.
    Fig 9: Connecting Engine Harness Connector To Bulkhead Harness Connectors
    G03806282Courtesy 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.

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