2016 Subaru Outback 2.5iFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Injector: Removal

  1. Release the fuel pressure. < Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , PROCEDURE, Fuel. >
  2. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  3. 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.
  4. When removing the RH side, also perform the following steps.
    1. Remove the clip (A), and loosen the clamps (B) and (C) securing the air intake boot.
      Fig 1: Identifying Air Intake Boot Clip And Clamps
      G10262107Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Remove the air intake boot from the air cleaner case (rear) and throttle body, and move it to the left side wheel apron.
      Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Case (Rear) And Throttle Body
      G10262108Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Remove the air intake duct. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct. >
    4. Disconnect the connector (A) from the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor, and remove the clip (B) securing the bulkhead wiring harness.
    5. Remove the clip (C), and the air cleaner case (rear) together with the air cleaner element.
      Fig 3: Identifying Air Cleaner Case (Rear) Clip And Connector
      G10262184Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    6. Remove the intake manifold protector RH.
      Fig 4: Locating Intake Manifold Protector RH Bolt
      G10262120Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. When removing the LH side, also perform the following steps.
    1. Remove the clip (A) securing the engine harness to the intake manifold protector LH to remove the intake manifold protector LH.
      Fig 5: Identifying Engine Harness Clip
      G10262123Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the connectors (A) from fuel injector.
  7. Disconnect the fuel delivery pipe (B) from the fuel pipe.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Catch the fuel from the pipes using a container or cloth.
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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.

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