2021 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Battery Cable Assembly: Installation

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  1. Set the battery cable assembly, and secure the battery cable assembly to the bracket with claw.
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  2. Secure the battery cable assembly with the claw (E) and clip (D).
  3. Connect the connector (C).
  4. Connect the ground terminal (B) to the cable stay.

    Tightening torque:  :

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

  5. Connect the terminal (A) to the starter.

    Tightening torque:  :

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

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  6. Secure the battery cable assembly with the clip (A) and clip (B).
  7. Connect the connector (C), connector (D), connector (E), and the terminal (F).

    Tightening torque:  :

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

  8. Install the intercooler. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DOTC)>INTERCOOLER>INSTALLATION .
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  9. Install the V-belt cover.
    NOTE:
    • Check the grommet for peel-off or disengagement.
    • Be careful not to deform the bracket during installation.

    Tightening torque:  :

    7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

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  10. Connect the terminal (B) and the terminal (A) to the slow blow fuse (C).

    Tightening torque:  :

    1.5 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.1 ft-lb)

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  11. Set the terminal of battery cable assembly to the terminal base.
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  12. Connect the slow blow fuse to the terminal base.

    Tightening torque:  :

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

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  13. Connect the terminal (C), terminal (B) and terminal (A).

    Tightening torque:  :

    T1: 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

    T2: 14 N.m (1.4 kgf-m, 10.3 ft-lb) 

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  14. Install the battery cable assembly to the clip (E).
  15. 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)

  16. 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.