2008 Subaru Forester XT, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Assembly

NOTE: Use a new gasket.
  1. Install the tumble generator valve assembly onto intake manifold.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    8.25 N.m (0.84 kgf-m, 6.1 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Identifying Tumble Generator Assembly Bolts
    G04998320Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the air intake duct to the intake manifold.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 2: Identifying Intake Duct From Intake Manifold
    G04998319Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the fuel pipe assembly and pressure regulator to intake manifold.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    6.4 N.m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Pipes Bolts
    G04998318Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the fuel injector pipe LH.
  5. Connect the fuel hose LH to the injector pipe, and tighten the clamp screw.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    1.25 N.m (0.13 kgf-m, 0.94 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Hose Clamp
    G04998316Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the fuel injector pipe RH.
  7. Connect the fuel hose RH to the injector pipe, and tighten the clamp screw.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    1.25 N.m (0.13 kgf-m, 0.94 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 5: Identifying Fuel Hose Clamp (RH Side)
    G04998317Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the engine harness onto intake manifold.
  9. Install the harness bracket which holds the engine harness onto intake manifold.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 6: Identifying Harness Bracket Bolts
    G04998315Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Tighten the bolts which secure fuel injector pipe onto intake manifold.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    • LH side
      Fig 7: Identifying Fuel Injector Pipe Onto Intake Manifold (LH Side)
      G04998310Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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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.

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