2013 Subaru Forester XT TouringFACTORY 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
    G08539826Courtesy 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 Tumble Generator Valve Assembly Mounting Bolts
    G06648805Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the fuel injector pipe.
  4. Connect fuel hoses to the fuel injector pipe and the fuel pipe. < Refer to CONNECTING THE FUEL DELIVERY HOSE, FUEL RETURN HOSE AND FUEL HOSE , INSTALLATION, Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines. >
    Fig 3: Locating Fuel Hose To Fuel Injector Pipe And Fuel Pipe Mounting Clamps
    G08539823Courtesy 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 Bolt Of Intake Manifold
    G08539822Courtesy 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: Identifying Locating Fuel Pipe Mounting Bolt
    G08539821Courtesy 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 Side)
      G08539819Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 7: Installing Fuel Injector (LH Side)
      G08539820Courtesy 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
      G08539817Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 9: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe To Intake Manifold With Bolts LH
      G08539818Courtesy 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 Pressure Regulator Vacuum Hose And Fuel Injector Pipe LH Mounting Bolt
    G08539816Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Install the PCV pipe (A), harness assembly (B), intake duct (C), brake booster vacuum hose (D) and vacuum hose (E) 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 And Intake Manifold Vacuum Hose
    G08539815Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Connect the connector to the fuel injector and the tumble generator valve assembly.
    • RH side
      Fig 12: Locating Fuel Injector And Tumble Generator Valve Assembly Connectors (RH Side)
      G08539813Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 13: Locating Fuel Injector And Tumble Generator Valve Assembly Connectors (LH Side)
      G08539814Courtesy 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 14: Locating Throttle Body Mounting Bolts
    G08539812Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Connect the connector to the throttle position sensor.
    Fig 15: Locating Throttle Position Sensor Connector
    G08539811Courtesy 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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