2008 Subaru Tribeca BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Side

  1. Remove the collector cover.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  3. Remove the generator harness from the fuel protector LH.
  4. Remove the fuel protector LH.
    Fig 1: Locating Fuel Pipe Protector Bolts (LH)
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  5. Disconnect the connector from intake camshaft position sensor LH.
    Fig 2: Identifying Intake Camshaft Position Sensor Connector LH
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  6. Remove the intake camshaft position sensor LH.
    Fig 3: Identifying Intake Camshaft Position Sensor LH
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  7. Remove the intake camshaft position sensor RH in the same procedure as LH.
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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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