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2006 Subaru Outback F4-2.5L SOHCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fuel Sub Level Sensor
Fuel Sub Level Sensor
REMOVAL
WARNING:
- PLACE "NO FIRE" SIGNS NEAR THE WORKING AREA.
- BE CAREFUL NOT TO SPILL FUEL.
1. Drain fuel.
2. Remove the rear seat.
3. Remove the service hole cover.
1. Remove bolt (A).
2. Push the grommet (B) down and remove the service hole cover.
4. Disconnect the connector from the fuel sub level sensor.
5. Disconnect the quick connector, then disconnect the fuel delivery hose and jet pump hose.
6. Remove the nuts and bolts which install fuel sub level sensor on fuel tank.
7. Remove the fuel sub level sensor.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- Use a new gasket.
- Make sure the sealing portion is free from fuel or foreign matter before installation.
- Align protrusion (A) of the gasket to the position shown in the following figure.
- Align protrusion (B) of the fuel sub level sensor to the cut out in the fuel sublevel sensor upper plate.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in the figure, to the specified torque.
REMOVAL
WARNING:
- PLACE "NO FIRE" SIGNS NEAR THE WORKING AREA.
- BE CAREFUL NOT TO SPILL FUEL.
1. Drain fuel.
2. Remove the rear seat.
3. Remove the service hole cover.
1. Remove bolt (A).
2. Push the grommet (B) down and remove the service hole cover.
4. Disconnect the connector from the fuel sub level sensor.
5. Disconnect the quick connector, then disconnect the fuel delivery hose and jet pump hose.
6. Remove the nuts and bolts which install fuel sub level sensor on fuel tank.
7. Remove the fuel sub level sensor.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- Use a new gasket.
- Make sure the sealing portion is free from fuel or foreign matter before installation.
- Align protrusion (A) of the gasket to the position shown in the following figure.
- Align protrusion (B) of the fuel sub level sensor to the cut out in the fuel sublevel sensor upper plate.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in the figure, to the specified torque.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.