Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Starting System & Charging System: Starter: Installation
CAUTION:
- When replacing the starter, be sure to perform [Start count clearing] after the service. Ref. to Start Count Clearing .
- When replacing the starter, be sure to replace the fuel pump relay at the same time. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>FUEL PUMP RELAY .
- Install the starter and cable stay.
Tightening torque:
50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)
- Connect the terminal B and connector to the starter.
Tightening torque:
11 N.m (1.1 kgf-m, 8.1 ft-lb)
- Connect the ground terminal to the cable stay.
Tightening torque:
14 N.m (1.4 kgf-m, 10.3 ft-lb)
- Install the front wheel LH. Ref. to WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM>TIRE AND WHEEL>INSTALLATION .
- Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>INSTALLATION .
- Install the collector cover. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>COLLECTOR COVER>INSTALLATION .
- Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to GROUND TERMINAL REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION .
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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.