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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2007OUTBACK LIMITED, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALTIMING BELTENGINE MECHANICAL (H4SO)CRANK PULLEYINSTALLATION
2007 Subaru Outback Limited, 4D Sedan, Standard
Crank Pulley: Installation
2007 Subaru Outback Limited, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation
- Install the crank pulley.
- Install the pulley bolt.
To lock the crankshaft, use ST.
ST 499977100 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH
- Clean the crankshaft thread using compressed air.
- Apply engine oil to the crank pulley bolt seat and thread.
- Tighten the bolts temporarily with tightening torque of 44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 33 ft-lb).
- Tighten the crank pulley bolts.
Tightening torque: 180 N.m (18.4 kgf-m, 132.8 ft-lb)Β
- Check that the tightening angle of the crank pulley bolt is 65Β° or more. Perform the following procedures when less than 65Β°.CAUTION: If the tightening angle of crank pulley bolt is less than 65Β°, the bolt is damaged. In this case, the bolt must be replaced.
- Replace the crank pulley bolts and clean them.
Crank pulley bolt: 12369A A011Β
- Clean the crankshaft thread using compressed air.
- Apply engine oil to the crank pulley bolt seat and thread.
- Tighten the bolts temporarily with tightening torque of 44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 33 ft-lb).
- Tighten the crank pulley bolts 65Β° to 75Β°.NOTE: Conduct the tightening procedures by confirming the turning angle of crank pulley bolt referring to the gauge indicated on timing belt cover.
- Replace the crank pulley bolts and clean them.
- Install the belt tensioner.
- Install the V-belts. <Ref. to INSTALLATIONΒ .>
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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.