Fuel Injector: Removal

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium, Eng CD FB25BC, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Removal
  1. Release the fuel pressure. < Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSUREΒ , PROCEDURE, Fuel. >
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  3. Open the fuel filler lid and remove the fuel filler cap.
  4. Remove the clip (A) from the air intake boot. (RH side only)
  5. Loosen the clamp (B) securing the air cleaner case (rear) to the air intake boot. (RH side only)
  6. Loosen the clamp (C) which secures the throttle body to the air intake boot. (RH side only)
    Fig 1: Identifying Air Intake Boot Clamps And Clip
    G09475465Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the air intake boot from the throttle body, and move it to the left side wheel apron. (RH side only)
    Fig 2: Identifying Air Intake Boot
    G09475466Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  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)
    Fig 3: Identifying Mass Air Flow And Intake Air Temperature Sensor Harness Connector And Clip
    G09475477Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the air cleaner case (rear). (RH side only)
    Fig 4: Removing Air Cleaner Case
    G09475478Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the intake manifold protector.
    • RH side
      Fig 5: Locating Intake Manifold Protector Bolts
      G08315340Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • LH side
      Fig 6: Locating Intake Manifold Protector Bolts
      G08315343Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Disconnect the connectors (A) from fuel injector.
  12. Remove the bolts which hold fuel pipe onto the cam carrier.
    Fig 7: Locating Fuel Pipe Holding Bolts
    G08315429Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Remove the fuel injector.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Catch the fuel from the pipes using a container or cloth.
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When to See a Mechanic

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.