2013 Subaru Outback RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold: Installation

  1. Install the engine harness to fuel injector pipe LH.
    Fig 1: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe LH Engine Harness Mounting Bolts
    G07912266Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the engine harness to fuel injector pipe RH.
    Fig 2: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe RH Engine Harness Mounting Bolts
    G07912265Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the intake manifold onto cylinder heads.
    NOTE: Use new O-rings.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)Β 

    • RH side
      Fig 3: Locating Intake Manifold To Cylinder Head Mounting Bolts (RH Side)
      G07912263Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 4: Locating Intake Manifold To Cylinder Head Mounting Bolts (LH Side)
      G07912262Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the EGR pipe securing bolt.
    NOTE: Use a new gasket.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 5: Locating EGR Pipe Securing Bolt
    G07912264Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the bolts which hold fuel injector pipe RH to cylinder head.
    NOTE: Use new O-rings, injection rubbers, and seal rings.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 6: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe RH To Cylinder Head Mounting Bolts
    G07912261Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Connect #1, #3, and #5 fuel injector connectors.
  7. Install the fuel pipe protector RH.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 7: Locating Fuel Pipe Protector RH Mounting Bolts
    G07912260Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Connect the connectors of the intake oil flow control solenoid valve RH.
    Fig 8: Identifying Intake Oil Flow Control Solenoid Valve RH Connector
    G07912259Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install the bolts which hold fuel injector pipe LH to cylinder head.
    NOTE: Use new O-rings, injection rubbers, and seal rings.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 9: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe LH To Cylinder Head Mounting Bolts
    G07912258Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Connect the connectors of the oil temperature sensor, engine coolant temperature sensor and intake oil flow control solenoid valve LH.
    Fig 10: Identifying Oil Temperature Sensor, Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor And Intake Oil Flow Control Solenoid Valve LH Connectors
    G08580934Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Connect #2, #4, and #6 fuel injector connectors.
  12. Install the fuel pipe protector LH.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 11: Locating Fuel Pipe Protector LH Mounting Bolts
    G07912256Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Connect the fuel delivery hose (A) and evaporation hose (B).
    NOTE: If fuel hoses or clamps are damaged, replace them with new parts.
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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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