2012 Subaru Forester X, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Injector: Removal

  1. Release the fuel pressure. < Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , PROCEDURE. >
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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  3. Open the fuel filler lid and remove the fuel filler cap.
  4. Remove the clip (A) from the air intake boot.
  5. Loosen the clamp (B) connecting the air intake boot and air cleaner case (rear).
  6. Loosen the clamp (C) which connects the air intake boot and throttle body.
    Fig 2: Identifying Air Intake Boot Clip And Clamps
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  7. Remove the air intake boot from the throttle body, and move it to the left side wheel apron. (RH side only)
    Fig 3: Removing Air Intake Boot From Throttle Body
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  8. Disconnect the connector (A) from the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor, and remove the clip (B) which holds the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor harness. (RH side only)
  9. Remove the suction hose (C) from the air cleaner case (rear). (RH side only)
    Fig 4: Mass Air Flow And Intake Air Temperature Sensor Connector And Suction Hose
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  10. Remove the air cleaner case (rear). (RH side only)
    Fig 5: Locating Air Cleaner Case Clamps
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  11. Remove the intake manifold protector.
    • LH side
      Fig 6: Locating Intake Manifold Protector Mounting Bolts
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    • RH side
      Fig 7: Locating Intake Manifold Protector Mounting Bolt
      G07664748Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Disconnect the connectors (A) from fuel injector.
  13. Remove the bolts which hold fuel pipe onto the cam carrier.
    Fig 8: Locating Cam Carrier Mounting Bolts
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  14. Remove the fuel injector.
    Fig 9: Removing Fuel Injector
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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.

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