2006 Subaru Baja Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Draining Fuel

WARNING:
  • Place "NO FIRE" signs near the working area.
  • Be careful not to spill fuel on the floor.
  1. Set vehicle on the lift.
  2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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  3. Lift-up the vehicle.
  4. Remove front right side fuel tank cover.
    Fig 2: Locating Front Right Side Fuel Tank Cover Bolts
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  5. Drain fuel from fuel tank.

    Set a container under the vehicle and remove drain plug from fuel tank.

    Fig 3: Locating Drain Plug
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  6. Tighten fuel drain plug and install front right side tank cover.
    NOTE: Replace a gasket with a new one.

    Tightening torque: 26 N.m (2.65 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 4: Locating Drain Plug
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    Tightening torque: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 5: Locating Front Right Side Fuel Tank Cover Bolts
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  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Remove sub service hole cover.
    Fig 6: Identifying Sub Service Hole Cover
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  9. Disconnect connector from fuel sub level sensor.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Sub Level Sensor
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  10. Disconnect fuel jet pump hose.
    Fig 8: Disconnecting Fuel Jet Pump Hose
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  11. Remove fuel sub level sensor.
    Fig 9: Identifying Fuel Sub Level Sensor
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  12. Drain fuel from fuel tank by using hand pump.
    WARNING: Do not use a motor pump when draining fuel.
  13. After draining fuel, reinstall fuel sub level sensor.

    Tightening torque: T: 4.4 N.m (0.45 kgf-m, 3.3 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 10: Identifying Fuel Sub Level Sensor
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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.