Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014FORESTER 2.5I, ENG CD FB25BA, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 2 (ENGINE MECHANICAL (H4DOTC))CYLINDER BLOCKASSEMBLYPISTON AND CONNECTING ROD
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard Trans
Piston And Connecting Rod
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Piston And Connecting Rod
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Install the connecting rod bearing to the connecting rod and connecting rod cap.
- Install the circlip on one end of the piston using a flat tip screwdriver.NOTE:
- Be careful not damage the piston, by wrapping the tip of flat tip screwdriver with tape.
- Make sure the circlip is firmly inserted into the circlip groove.
- After installing the circlip, rotate the circlip so that its end part (a) and the cutout portion of circlip groove (b) do not match.
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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.