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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2007FORESTER F4-2.5L DOHC TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSKEYLESS ENTRYSERVICE AND REPAIR
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC Turbo
Keyless Entry: Service and Repair
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC TurboSECTION Service and Repair
Remote Openers
FRONT HOOD OPENER
REMOVAL
1. Remove the hood lock assembly.
2. Remove the release cable from hood lock.
3. Remove the bolt, and then detach the opener lever.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
FUEL FLAP OPENER
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear seat.
2. Remove the center pillar lower trim and side sill cover. Remove the rear pillar lower trim. Remove the floor mat.
3. Remove the rear quarter trim RH.
4. Remove the bolt, and then detach the opener pull handle (B).
5. Remove the cable (A) from opener pull handle (B).
6. Rotate the fuel lock inside the quarter panel to the left and remove.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
FRONT HOOD OPENER
REMOVAL
1. Remove the hood lock assembly.
2. Remove the release cable from hood lock.
3. Remove the bolt, and then detach the opener lever.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
FUEL FLAP OPENER
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear seat.
2. Remove the center pillar lower trim and side sill cover. Remove the rear pillar lower trim. Remove the floor mat.
3. Remove the rear quarter trim RH.
4. Remove the bolt, and then detach the opener pull handle (B).
5. Remove the cable (A) from opener pull handle (B).
6. Rotate the fuel lock inside the quarter panel to the left and remove.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.