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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2007FORESTER F4-2.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSEVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIR
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L SOHC
Evaporative Emissions System: Service and Repair
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines
REMOVAL
1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
2. Release the fuel pressure.
3. Open the fuel filler flap lid, and remove the fuel filler cap.
4. Remove the floor mat.
5. Disconnect the fuel delivery pipes and hoses, and then disconnect the evaporation pipes and hoses.
6. In the engine room, disconnect the fuel delivery hose and evaporation hose.
1. Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel delivery line by pushing the ST in the direction of the arrow.
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.
7. Lift-up the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel line.
1. Clean the pipe and connector, if they are covered with dust.
2. To prevent from damaging or entering foreign matter, wrap the pipes and connectors with plastic bag etc.
3. Hold the connector (A) and push the retainer (B) down.
4. Pull out the connector (A) from the retainer (B).
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the quick connector on fuel line.
CAUTION:
- Replace the retainer other than the engine room with a new one.
- Make sure there are no damage or dust on connections. If necessary, clean seal surface of pipe.
1. Set the new retainer (B) to connector (A).
2. Push the pipe into the connector completely.
NOTE: At this time, two clicking sounds are heard.
CAUTION:
- Pull the connector to ensure it is connected securely.
- Make sure the two retainer pawls are engaged in their mating positions in the connector.
- Be sure to inspect hoses and their connections for any leakage of fuel.
2. Connect the fuel delivery hose to the pipe with an overlap of 20 to 25 mm (0.79 to 0.98 in).
Type A: When the amount of inserting is specified.
Type B: When the amount to be inserted is not specified.
l : 2.5 ± 1.5 mm (0.098 ± 0.059 in)
L : 22.5 ± 2.5 mm (0.886 ± 0.098 in)
CAUTION: Be sure to inspect hoses and their connections for any leakage of fuel.
3. Connect the evaporation hose to the pipe with an overlap of 15 to 20 mm (0.59 to 0.79 in).
Fuel evaporation hose
L = 17.5 ± 2.5 mm (0.689 ± 0.098 in)
REMOVAL
1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
2. Release the fuel pressure.
3. Open the fuel filler flap lid, and remove the fuel filler cap.
4. Remove the floor mat.
5. Disconnect the fuel delivery pipes and hoses, and then disconnect the evaporation pipes and hoses.
6. In the engine room, disconnect the fuel delivery hose and evaporation hose.
1. Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel delivery line by pushing the ST in the direction of the arrow.
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.
7. Lift-up the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel line.
1. Clean the pipe and connector, if they are covered with dust.
2. To prevent from damaging or entering foreign matter, wrap the pipes and connectors with plastic bag etc.
3. Hold the connector (A) and push the retainer (B) down.
4. Pull out the connector (A) from the retainer (B).
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the quick connector on fuel line.
CAUTION:
- Replace the retainer other than the engine room with a new one.
- Make sure there are no damage or dust on connections. If necessary, clean seal surface of pipe.
1. Set the new retainer (B) to connector (A).
2. Push the pipe into the connector completely.
NOTE: At this time, two clicking sounds are heard.
CAUTION:
- Pull the connector to ensure it is connected securely.
- Make sure the two retainer pawls are engaged in their mating positions in the connector.
- Be sure to inspect hoses and their connections for any leakage of fuel.
2. Connect the fuel delivery hose to the pipe with an overlap of 20 to 25 mm (0.79 to 0.98 in).
Type A: When the amount of inserting is specified.
Type B: When the amount to be inserted is not specified.
l : 2.5 ± 1.5 mm (0.098 ± 0.059 in)
L : 22.5 ± 2.5 mm (0.886 ± 0.098 in)
CAUTION: Be sure to inspect hoses and their connections for any leakage of fuel.
3. Connect the evaporation hose to the pipe with an overlap of 15 to 20 mm (0.59 to 0.79 in).
Fuel evaporation hose
L = 17.5 ± 2.5 mm (0.689 ± 0.098 in)
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.