Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Subaru Forester XT Limited, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Intake Manifold: Installation
- Install the intake manifold onto cylinder heads.NOTE: Use a new gasket.
Tightening torque:Β
25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)Β
- Connect the fuel delivery hose, return hose, and evaporation hose.
- Connect the connector to the engine coolant temperature sensor (A), oil pressure switch (B) and crankshaft position sensor (C).
- Connect the connector to the knock sensor.
- Connect the connectors to camshaft position sensor.
- Connect the connector to the ignition coil.
- RH side
- LH side
- Connect the engine harness with clip (A) to the bracket.
- RH side
- LH side
- Connect the engine harness connectors to bulkhead harness connectors.
- Connect the brake booster vacuum hose.
- Connect the engine coolant hoses to throttle body.
- Connect the emission hose (A) and the connector (B) to the PCV hose assembly.
- Connect the pressure hose to the intake duct.
- Install the power steering pump.
- Install the reservoir tank to the bracket.
- Connect the connector to the power steering pump switch.
- Install the power steering pump, and tighten the bolts.
Tightening torque:Β
22 N.m (2.2 kgf-m, 15.9 ft-lb)Β
- Install the power steering pipe bracket onto the right side intake manifold.
- Install the front side V-belts. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , V-belt. >
- Install the coolant filler tank.
<Ref. INSTALLATION , Coolant Filler Tank. >
- Install the intercooler. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Intercooler. >
- Install the air cleaner element.
- Install the air cleaner upper cover and air intake duct as a unit. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case. >
- Connect the connector to fuel pump relay.
- Install the passenger's side front side sill cover.
- Install the glove box. <Ref. INSTALLATION , Glove Box. >
- Install the collector cover.
- Connect the ground cable to the battery.
- Lift-up the vehicle.
- Install the under cover.
- Fill engine coolant.
<Ref. FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant. >
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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.
