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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2005OUTBACK I, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALTIMING BELTENGINE MECHANICAL (H4SO)CRANK PULLEYINSTALLATION
2005 Subaru Outback i, Standard
Crank Pulley: Installation
2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Installation
- Install the crank pulley.
- Install the pulley bolt.
To lock the crankshaft, use ST.
ST 499977100 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH
- Clean the crankshaft thread using compressed air.
- Apply engine oil to the crank pulley bolt seat and thread.
- Tighten the bolts temporarily with tightening torque of 44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 33 ft-lb).
- Tighten the crank pulley bolts.
Tightening torque:Β
180 N.m (18.3 kgf-m, 132.7 ft-lb)Β
- Confirm that the tightening angle of crank pulley bolt is 65 degrees or more. If the tightening angle of crank pulley bolt is less than 65 degrees, conduct the following procedures.
- Replace the crank pulley bolts and clean them.
Crank pulley bolt:Β
Part No. 12369AA011Β
- Clean the crankshaft thread using compressed air.
- Apply engine oil to the crank pulley bolt seal and thread.
- Tighten the bolts temporarily with tightening torque of 44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 33 ft-lb).
- Tighten the crank pulley bolts keeping them in an angle between 65 degrees and 75 degrees.
NOTE: Conduct the tightening procedures by confirming the turning angle of crank pulley bolt referring to the gauge indicated on timing belt cover. - Replace the crank pulley bolts and clean them.
- Install the A/C belt tensioner.
- Install the V-belt. < Ref. to , INSTALLATIONΒ , V-belt. >
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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.