2005 Subaru Outback Limited, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Disassembly

  1. Disconnect the engine ground terminal from intake manifold.
    • LH side
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Engine Ground Terminal From Intake Manifold (LH Side)
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    • RH side
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Engine Ground Terminal From Intake Manifold (RH Side)
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  2. Remove the ignition coil and ignitor assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Ignition Coil and Ignitor Assembly. >
  3. Remove the throttle body. < Ref. to , REMOVAL , Throttle Body. >
  4. Remove the EGR valve. < Ref. to , REMOVAL , EGR Valve. >
  5. Remove the PCV pipe.
    Fig 3: Removing PCV Pipe
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  6. Remove the fuel pipe protector LH.
    Fig 4: Removing Fuel Pipe Protector LH
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  7. Remove the fuel pipe protector RH.
    Fig 5: Removing Fuel Pipe Protector RH
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  8. Disconnect the pressure regulator vacuum hose from intake manifold.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting Pressure Regulator Vacuum Hose From Intake Manifold
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  9. Disconnect the connectors (A) from fuel injector.
  10. Remove the clip (B) which holds engine harness to injector pipe.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Connectors From Fuel Injector
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  11. Remove the tumble generator valve actuator. < Ref. to , REMOVAL , Tumble Generator Valve Actuator. >
  12. Remove the purge control solenoid valve. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Purge Control Solenoid Valve. >
  13. Remove the harness band clips which install the engine harness.
    Fig 8: Removing Harness Band Clips (1 Of 2)
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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.
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