2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R LimitedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

RH Side

  1. Remove the collector cover.
    1. Carefully pull up the rear of collector cover at two positions (A).
    2. Carefully pull up the front of collector cover at two positions (B) while moving it forward.
      Fig 1: Locating Rear And Front Collector Cover Positions
      G10263528Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Release the fuel pressure. <Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSUREΒ , PROCEDURE, Fuel.>
  3. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents.>
  4. Open the fuel filler lid and remove the fuel filler cap.
    NOTE: This operation is required to release the inner pressure of the fuel tank.
  5. Loosen the clamp (A) securing the air intake boot.
  6. Remove the bolt (B) securing the air intake boot to the collector cover bracket.
    Fig 2: Identifying Air Intake Boot Clamp And Bolts
    G10263529Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the air intake boot from the throttle body and the air cleaner case (rear), and move it to the left side wheel apron.
    Fig 3: Identifying Throttle Body Air Intake Boot
    G10263530Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the fuel pipe protector RH.
    Fig 4: Locating Fuel Pipe Protector RH Bolts
    G10263599Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Disconnect the connector (A) from the fuel injector, and remove the bolts securing the fuel injector pipe to the cylinder head.
    Fig 5: Locating Fuel Injector Pipe Bolts
    G10263600Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the fuel injector while lifting up the fuel injector pipe.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Catch the fuel from the pipes using a container or cloth.
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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.