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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014FORESTER 2.5I, ENG CD FB25BA, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSFUEL INJECTION FUEL SYSTEMS (H4DO)OIL CONTROL SOLENOIDREMOVAL

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard Trans

Oil Control Solenoid: Removal

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the air intake duct (rear). (RH side only) < Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct. >
Remove the reservoir tank. (LH side only) < Ref. to REMOVAL , Reservoir Tank. >
Disconnect the connector (A) from the oil control solenoid, and remove the oil control solenoid from the chain cover.
- RH side
  
  Fig 1: Locating Oil Control Solenoid Connector Bolts (RH)
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
- LH side
  
  Fig 2: Locating Oil Control Solenoid Connector Bolts (LH)
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

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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.