2018 Subaru Crosstrek Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Injector LH

CAUTION:
  • Be careful not to spill fuel.
  • Catch the fuel from the pipes using a container or cloth.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the clip from the air intake boot, and loosen the clamp.
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  3. Remove the air intake boot, and place it aside so that it does not interfere with the work.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to pull out the PCV hose.
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  4. Remove the high-pressure fuel delivery pipe assembly. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>High Pressure Fuel Delivery Pipe>REMOVAL>HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL DELIVERY PIPE ASSEMBLY .
  5. Remove the high-pressure fuel delivery pipes. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>High Pressure Fuel Delivery Pipe>REMOVAL>HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL DELIVERY PIPE .
  6. Remove the fuel injector. (Except for variable capacity A/C model)
    1. Disconnect the connectors (A) from fuel injector.
    2. Remove the bolts securing the fuel injector pipe LH, and remove the fuel injector and the fuel injector pipe LH as an assembly.
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    3. Remove the fuel injectors from the fuel injector pipe LH.
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  7. Remove the fuel injector. (Variable capacity A/C model)
    1. Disconnect the coupling harness from the engine wiring harness, and remove the tape (a).
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    2. Disconnect the connectors (A) from fuel injector.
    3. Remove the bolts securing the fuel injector pipe LH, and remove the fuel injector and the fuel injector pipe LH as an assembly.
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    4. Disconnect the coupling harness (A) from the fuel injector.
    5. Remove the fuel injectors from the fuel injector pipe LH.
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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.