2020 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Battery Cable Assembly: Installation

  1. Secure the battery cable assembly to the bracket.
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  2. Secure the battery cable assembly with the claw (D) and clip (C).
  3. Install the engine wiring harness to the clip (B), and connect the connector (A).
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  4. Secure the battery cable assembly with the clip (A) and clip (B).
  5. Connect the connector (C), connector (D), and the terminal (E).

    Tightening torque: 

    15.5 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.4 ft-lb)

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  6. Connect the terminal B and connector to the starter.

    Tightening torque: 

    11 N.m (1.1 kgf-m, 8.1 ft-lb)

  7. Connect the ground terminal to the cable stay.

    Tightening torque: 

    14 N.m (1.4 kgf-m, 10.3 ft-lb)

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  8. Install the air intake boot. Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTIONS (H4DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>INSTALLATION .
  9. Connect the terminal (C), terminal (B) and terminal (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

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  10. Install the collector cover, Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>COLLECTOR COVER>INSTALLATION .
  11. Install the battery sensor harness to the clip (E).
  12. Install the battery cable holder (D), and connect the ground terminal (C).

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

  13. Install the ground cable to the clip (B), and connect the ground terminal (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

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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.