2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Removal

  1. Remove the collector cover.
  2. Release the fuel pressure. < Refer to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , PROCEDURE, FUEL. >
  3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  4. Open the fuel filler flap lid, and remove the fuel filler cap.
  5. Remove the air cleaner case and air intake chamber. < Refer to REMOVAL , Air Cleaner Case. > < Refer to REMOVAL , Air Intake Chamber. >
  6. Remove the generator. < Refer to REMOVAL , Generator. >
  7. Disconnect the connector from throttle body.
    Fig 1: Identifying Throttle Body Connector
    G05031003Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Disconnect the engine coolant hoses from throttle body.
    Fig 2: Locating Engine Coolant Hoses
    G05018404Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Disconnect the PCV hose.
    Fig 3: Locating PCV Hose
    G05031005Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Disconnect the brake booster hose.
    Fig 4: Locating Brake Booster Hose
    G05031006Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Disconnect the fuel hoses from fuel pipe.
    1. Disconnect the connector of fuel pipe by pushing the ST in the direction of arrow shown in illustration.

      ST 42099AE000 CONNECTOR REMOVER

    2. Remove the clip, and disconnect the evaporation hose from the pipe.
    WARNING:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Catch the fuel from hoses using a container or cloth.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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