2012 Subaru Forester X, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Assembly

  1. Apply liquid gasket to the nipple threads, and install the nipple to the intake manifold.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1105 (Part No. 004403010) or equivalent 

    Tightening torque: 

    23 N.m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Applying Liquid Gasket To Nipple Threads And Nipple To Intake Manifold
    G07670410Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the tumble generator valve assembly onto intake manifold.
    NOTE: Use new O-rings.

    Tightening torque: 

    8.3 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 6.1 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Locating Bolts And Tumble Generator Valve Assembly From Intake Manifold
    G00522824Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the fuel injector pipe.
  4. Connect fuel hoses to the fuel injector pipe and the fuel pipe. < Ref. to CONNECTING THE FUEL DELIVERY HOSE, FUEL RETURN HOSE AND FUEL HOSE , INSTALLATION, Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines. >
    Fig 3: Locating Clamp And Fuel Hose To Fuel Injector Pipe And Fuel Pipe
    G07670412Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Secure the fuel injector pipe RH to intake manifold with bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe RH To Intake Manifold With Bolt
    G07670413Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Secure the fuel pipe to intake manifold with bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) 

    Fig 5: Locating Bolts And Fuel Pipe To Intake Manifold
    G07670414Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the fuel injector.
    NOTE: Use new O-rings, rubbers and seal rings.
    • RH side
      Fig 6: Installing Fuel Injector RH
      G00522823Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 7: Installing Fuel Injector LH
      G00522822Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Secure the fuel injector pipe to intake manifold with bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb) 

    • RH side
      Fig 8: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe To Intake Manifold With Bolts RH
      G07670417Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 9: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe To Intake Manifold With Bolts LH
      G07670418Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Secure the fuel injector pipe LH to intake manifold with bolt, and connect the pressure regulator vacuum hose to the intake manifold.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) 

    Fig 10: Locating Bolt And Fuel Injector Pipe LH Onto Intake Manifold
    G07670419Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Install PCV pipe (A), harness assembly (B) and intake duct (C) to the intake manifold.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) 

    Fig 11: Identifying PCV Pipe, Harness Assembly, Intake Duct, Brake Booster Vacuum Hose, Vacuum Hose And Intake Manifold
    G00522821Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Connect the connector to the fuel injector and the tumble generator valve assembly.
    Fig 12: Locating Connector From Fuel Injector And Tumble Generator Valve Assembly
    G00522820Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Install the throttle body to the intake manifold.
    NOTE: Use new O-rings.

    Tightening torque: 

    8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 13: Locating Bolts And Throttle Body From Intake Manifold
    G07670422Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Connect the connector to the throttle position sensor.
    Fig 14: Locating Throttle Position Sensor Connector
    G07670423Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  14. Connect the vacuum hose to the intake duct and the fuel pipe, then connect the connector to the purge control solenoid valve 2.
    NOTE: Connect the vacuum hose as shown in the figure.
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When to See a Mechanic

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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