Non-Turbo Model

Recommended spark plug: 

< Ref. to ELECTRICAL , Forester. >

• RH side 

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the air cleaner case. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Cleaner Case. >
3. Disconnect the connector from ignition coil.
4. Remove the ignition coil.
   Fig 1: Locating Ignition Coil Mounting Bolts

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5. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug socket.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
   CAUTION: Degrease the installing portion and mounting bolt of the ignition coil.

   Tightening torque (Spark plug): 

   17 N.m (1.7 kgf-m, 12.5 ft-lb) 

   Tightening torque (Ignition coil): 

   12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb) 

• LH side 

1. Remove the battery. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Battery. >
2. Disconnect the connector from ignition coil.
3. Remove the ignition coil.
   Fig 2: Locating Ignition Coil Mounting Bolts

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4. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug socket.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
   CAUTION: Degrease the installing portion and mounting bolt of the ignition coil.

   Tightening torque (Spark plug): 

   17 N.m (1.7 kgf-m, 12.5 ft-lb) 

   Tightening torque (Ignition coil): 

   12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)