Section 4 (Intake Induction (H4DOTC)): Turbocharger: Assembly

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Assembly
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  1. Install the exhaust stay to the turbocharger.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Locating Turbocharger Exhaust Stay Bolts
    G09480116Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Attach the stud bolts to the turbocharger.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    14.7 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 10.8 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 2: Locating Turbocharger Stud Bolts
    G09480115Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the air control hose to the turbocharger.
    Fig 3: Locating Turbocharger Air Control Hose Clamp
    G09480114Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the turbocharger pipe to the turbocharger.
    NOTE: Use a new gasket.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    31.5 N.m (3.2 kgf-m, 23.2 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 4: Locating Turbocharger Pipe Bolt
    G09480113Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the union screw pipe assembly to the turbocharger.
    NOTE: Use a new gasket.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    T1: 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)Β 

    T2: 16 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.8 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 5: Identifying Turbocharger Union Screw Pipe Assembly
    G09480121Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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