Engine Mounting: Installation

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Installation
  1. Slide the radiator to the right and left, and install the front mounting bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    60 N.m (6.1 kgf-m, 44.3 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Locating Front Mounting Bracket Mounting Bolts
    G08580043Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Make pins on the lower side of radiator be fitted into the radiator lower cushions.
  3. Install the radiator upper brackets.

    Tightening torque: 

    12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Locating Radiator Upper Bracket Mounting Bolts
    G08580042Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Attach the grille bracket.
    Fig 3: Locating Grille Bracket Clips
    G08580041Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the engine mounting bracket onto the engine.

    Tightening torque: 

    30 N.m (3.1 kgf-m, 22.1 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Locating Engine Mounting Bracket Mounting Bolts
    G08580040Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the front cushion rubber to the front mounting bracket and engine mounting bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) 

    T2: 45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 5: Front Cushion Rubber And Engine Mounting Bracket Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G08580048Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
    Fig 6: Lifting Engine Using Wire Ropes
    G08316851Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the radiator main fan motor assembly and radiator sub fan motor assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION and INSTALLATION .
  9. Connect the battery ground terminal.
    Fig 7: Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Ground Terminal
    G08579605Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Change the front hood damper mounting position from (B) to (A), and close the front hood.

    Tightening torque: 

    20 N.m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb) 

    Fig 8: Identifying Front Hood Damper Mounting Positions
    G08580036Courtesy 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.