2004 SUBARU FORESTER engine

PM-7
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Engine Oil
3. Engine Oil
A: REPLACEMENT
1) Open the engine oil filler cap for quick draining of
the engine oil.
2) Remove six clips securing service hole cover.
3) Turn the service hole cover counterclockwise.4) Drain the engine oil by loosening engine oil drain
plug.
5) Replace the drain plug gasket with a new one.
6) Tighten the engine oil drain plug after draining
engine oil.
Tightening torque:
44 N·m (4.5 kgf-m, 33 ft-lb)
(A) Oil level gauge
(B) Engine oil filler cap
PM-00155
(A)(B)
LU-00005
LU-00006
(A) Engine oil drain plug
(B) Engine oil filter
(A) Engine oil drain plug
(B) Engine oil filter
LU-00007
(B)
(A)
LU-00007
(B)
(A)

PM-8
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Engine Oil
7) Fill engine oil through the filler pipe up to center
between upper lever and lower level. Make sure
that the vehicle is placed level when checking oil
level. Use engine oil of proper quality and viscosity,
selected in accordance with the table in figure.
Recommended oil
API classification SL, SJ with the “Energy
Conserving” logo is printed, or SH (if you
cannot obtain the oil with SL, SJ or SH
grades, you may use SG, SF grades “ENER-
GY CONSERVING” oil.)
ACEA specification, A1, A2 or A3
CCMC specification, G4 or G5
New API certification mark (Star burst mark)
label is on the container.
Engine oil capacity
Upper level
Approx. 4.02 (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
Lower level
Approx. 3.02 (3.2 US qt, 2.6 Imp qt)
The proper viscosity helps vehicle get good cold
and hot starting by reducing viscous friction and
thus increasing cranking speed.
CAUTION:
When replenishing oil, it does not matter if the
oil to be added is a different brand from that in
the engine; however, use oil having the API
classification and SAE viscosity No. designat-
ed by SUBARU.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is used in areas with very high temper-
atures or for other heavy duty applications, the fol-
lowing viscosity oils may be used: API
classification: SL, SJ or SH
SAE Viscosity No. : 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-
50.
8) Close the engine oil filler cap.
9) Start the engine and warm it up for a time.
10) After the engine stops, recheck the oil level.
B: INSPECTION
1) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2) Remove the oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
3) Reinsert the level gauge all the way. Be sure that
the level gauge is correctly inserted and in the
proper orientation.
4) Remove it again and note the reading. If the en-
gine oil level is below the “L” line, add oil to bring
the level up to the “F” line.
5) After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes
for the oil to drain back into oil pan before checking
the level.
6) Just after driving or while the engine is warm, en-
gine oil level may show in the range between the
“F” line and the notch mark. This is caused by ther-
mal expansion of the engine oil.
7) To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do not add
oil above the “F” line when the engine is cold.
(A) Viscosity No. and applicable temperature
(B) Preferred
PM-00188
40 30 15 0 -15 -20 -30 ( C)
104 86 59 32
10W-30,10W-40 5 -4 -22 ( F)
SAE (A)
5W-30 (B)
(A) Engine oil level gauge
(B) Engine oil filler cap
(C) Notch mark
(D) Upper level
(E) Lower level
(F) Approx. 12 (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt)
PM-00181
(A)(B)
(D)
(E) (F)(C)

PM-9
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Engine Oil Filter
4. Engine Oil Filter
A: REPLACEMENT
1) Remove six clips securing service hole cover.
2) Turn the service hole cover counterclockwise.
3) Remove the oil filter with ST.
ST 498547000 OIL FILTER WRENCH (Outer
diameter: 80 mm (3.15 in))
ST 18332AA000 OIL FILTER WRENCH (Outer
diameter: 68 mm (2.68 in))
ST 18332AA010 OIL FILTER WRENCH (Outer
diameter: 65 mm (2.56 in))
4) Wipe clean the oil filter matching surface on cyl-
inder block or oil cooler.
5) Get a new engine oil filter and apply a thin coat of
engine oil to the seal rubber.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to use the oil filter 80 mm (3.15 in)
in diameter to turbo model.6) Install the oil filter by turning it by hand, being
careful not to damage the seal rubber.
 Tighten the oil filter 80 mm (3.15 in) or 65 mm
(2.56 in) in diameter by approx. 2/3 — 3/4 rotation
more after the seal rubber of oil filter comes in con-
tact with cylinder block or oil cooler.
 Tighten the oil filter 68 mm (2.68 in) in diameter
by approx. 1 rotation more after the seal rubber of
oil filter comes in contact with cylinder block or oil
cooler.
CAUTION:
Do not tighten excessively, or oil may leak.
7) After installing the oil filter, run the engine and
make sure that no oil is leaking around seal rubber.
NOTE:
The filter element and filter case are permanently
joined; therefore, interior cleaning is not necessary.
8) Check the engine oil level. PROCEDURE, Pre-delivery Inspection.>
(A) Engine oil drain plug
(B) Engine oil filter
LU-00005
LU-00006
LU-00007
(B)
(A)

PM-15
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Timing Belt
ST 499987500 CRANKSHAFT SOCKET
13) Remove the belt idler.
14) Remove the timing belt.
15) Remove the automatic belt tension adjuster as-
sembly.16) Install in the reverse order of removal. ME(H4DOTC)-58, Timing Belt Assembly.>
CAUTION:
When installing the timing belt, be sure to align
all alignment marks on the belt with corre-
sponding marks on the sprockets. If incorrectly
installed, interference between pistons and
valves may occur.
B: INSPECTION
1. SOHC MODEL
1) Remove the front timing belt cover and timing
belt cover (LH).
2) While cranking the engine at least four rotations,
check the timing belt back surface for cracks or
damage. Replace the faulty timing belt as needed.
3) Measure the timing belt width W. If it is less than
27 mm (1.06 in), check idlers, tensioner, water
pump pulley and cam sprocket to determine idler
alignment (squareness). Replace the worn timing
belt.
4) Install the front timing belt cover and timing belt
cover (LH).
2. DOHC MODEL
1) Remove the timing belt cover (LH).
2) While cranking the engine at least four rotations,
check the timing belt back surface for cracks or
damage. Replace the faulty timing belt as needed.
3) Measure the timing belt width W. If it is less than
30 mm (1.18 in), check idlers, tensioner, water
pump pulley and cam sprocket to determine idler
alignment (squareness). Replace the worn timing
belt.
(A) Notch
(B) Alignment mark
PM-00094
(A)
(B)
(B)
(B) (A)(B)
(B)
(B)(A)
(B)
PM-00095
PM-00096
w
PM-00016

PM-20
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Cooling System
11.Cooling System
A: INSPECTION
1) Check the radiator for leakage, filling it with cool-
ant and attach the radiator cap tester (A) to filler
neck.
PRESSURE:
157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2, 23 psi)
Check the following points.
 Each portion of radiator for leakage
 Hose joints and other connections for leakage
CAUTION:
 For turbo model, be sure to install tester to
filler tank side.
 When attaching or detaching tester and when
operating tester, use special care not to deform
radiator filler neck.
 When performing this check, be sure to keep
the engine stationary and fill the radiator with
coolant.
 Wipe off check points before applying pres-
sure.
 Use care not to spill coolant when detaching
the tester from radiator.
 Non-turbo model
 Turbo model
2) Check the radiator cap valve open pressure us-
ing radiator cap tester.
Raise the pressure until the needle of gauge stops
and see if the pressure can be retained for 5 to 6
seconds. The radiator cap is normal if a pressure
above the service limit value has been maintained
for this period.CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on the cap may prevent the valve
from functioning normally: be sure to clean the
cap before testing.
Radiator cap valve open pressure
Standard value:
93 — 123 kPa (0.95 — 1.25 kg/cm2, 14 — 18
psi)
Service limit:
83 kPa (0.85 kg/cm
2, 12 psi)
3) Start the engine, and then check if it does not
over heat or it is cooled excessively. If it overheats
or it is cooled excessively, check the cooling sys-
tem. to CO(H4SO)-26, Thermostat.> CO(H4SO)-28, Radiator.> Radiator Cap.>
4) Check the radiator fan operates using Subaru
Select Monitor, when the coolant temperature ex-
ceeds 95°C (203°F). If not operate, check the radi-
ator fan system. Fan System.>
CO-00042
(A)
CO-00043
(A)
(A) Deformation
(B) Deformation, damage, rust
PM-00023
PM-00089
(B)
(A)(A)

PM-21
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Engine Coolant
12.Engine Coolant
A: REPLACEMENT
1. REPLACEMENT OF ENGINE COOLANT
WARNING:
The radiator is of the pressurized type. Do not
attempt to open the radiator cap immediately
after the engine has been stopped.
1) Lift-up the vehicle.
2) Remove the under cover.
3) Place a container under drain pipe.
4) Loosen and remove the drain cock to drain en-
gine coolant into container.
5) For quick draining, open the radiator cap.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to spill coolant on the floor.
6) Drain the coolant from reservoir tank.
7) Tighten the radiator drain cock securely after
draining coolant.
8) Slowly pour the engine coolant from radiator fill-
er port to neck of filler, then pour into reservoir tank
up to “FULL” level.
Coolant capacity (fill up to “FULL” level)
2.0 L Non-turbo AT model:
Approx. 6.52 (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
2.0 L Non-turbo MT model:
Approx. 6.62 (7.0 US qt, 5.8 Imp qt)
2.0 L Non-turbo model with ATF warmer:
Approx. 6.92 (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)
2.0 L 2.5 L Turbo AT and MT with oil cooler
model:
Approx. 7.32 (7.7 US qt, 6.4 Imp qt)
2.0 L 2.5 L Turbo MT without oil cooler model:
Approx. 7.42 (7.8 US qt, 6.5 Imp qt)
2.5 L AT model:
Approx. 6.82 (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
2.5 L MT model:
Approx. 6.92 (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)NOTE:
The SUBARU Genuine Coolant containing anti-
freeze and anti-rust agents is especially made for
SUBARU engine, which has an aluminum crank-
case. Always use SUBARU Genuine Coolant,
since other coolant may cause corrosion.
9) Securely install the radiator cap.
10) Run the engine for more than 5 minutes at
2,000 to 3,000 rpm. (Run the engine until radiator
becomes hot in order to purge the air trapped in
cooling system.)
11) Stop the engine and wait until coolant temper-
ature lowers. Then open the radiator cap to check
coolant level and add coolant up to radiator filler
neck. Next, add coolant into reservoir tank up to
“FULL” level.
12) After adding coolant, securely install the radia-
tor and reservoir tank caps.
CO-00009

PM-22
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Engine Coolant
2. RELATIONSHIP OF SUBARU COOLANT
CONCENTRATION AND FREEZING TEM-
PERATURE
The concentration and safe operating temperature
of the SUBARU Genuine Coolant is shown in the
diagram. Measuring the temperature and specific
gravity of the coolant will provide this information.
[Example]
If the coolant temperature is 25°C (77°F) and its
specific gravity is 1.054, the concentration is 35%
(point A), the safe operating temperature is −14°C
(7°F) (point B), and the freezing temperature is −
20°C (−4°F) (point C).
3. PROCEDURE TO ADJUST THE CONC
ENTRATION OF THE COOLANT
To adjust the concentration of the engine coolant
according to temperature, find the proper fluid con-
centration in the above diagram and replace the
necessary amount of coolant with an undiluted so-
lution of SUBARU Genuine Coolant (concentration
50%).
The amount of coolant that should be replaced can
be determined using the diagram.
[Example]
Assume that the engine coolant concentration must
be increased from 25% to 40%. Find point A, where
the 25% line of the engine coolant concentration in-
tersects with the 40% curve of the necessary the
engine coolant concentration, and read the scale
on the vertical axis of the graph at height A. The
quantity of the engine coolant to be drained is 2.12
(2.2 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt). Drain 2.12 (2.2 US qt, 1.8
Imp qt) of coolant from the cooling system and add
2.12 (2.2 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt) of the undiluted solu-
tion of SUBARU Genuine Coolant.
If the engine coolant concentration of 50% is need-
ed, drain all the coolant and refill with the undiluted
solution only.
(1) Coolant gravity
(2) Safe operating temperature
(3) Concentration of coolant
(4) Freezing temperature
(5) Coolant temperature
PM-00025
60%
(1.054)
1.000 1.010 1.020
1.030
1.040
1.050
1.060
1.070 1.080 1.090
1.100
(5) (4)(3) (2)
(1)B
A C
-40
(-40) (-22)(-4)
(14)(32)(50) (68) (86)
( F)(104) (122) -30-20 -1001020304050
(77 F)
50%
40%
30%
20%
25 C10%
C
(1) Quantity of the engine coolant to be drained
(2) Necessary concentration of the engine coolant
(3) Concentration of coolant in vehicle the engine
cooling system
PM-00026
10 0 12 3
(1.1,0.9) (2.1,1.8)(3.2,2.6)
10%15%25%
20%30%35%40%45%
A
20 30 40 50
% (3)(2)
(1)(US qt, Imp qt)

PM-25
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Hill-holder System
15.Hill-holder System
A: INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
1) Confirm the stopping and starting performance
by activating the hill-holder on an uphill road of 3°
or higher inclination.
(1) When the vehicle does not stop;
Tighten the adjusting nut of PHV cable.
(2) When the vehicle does not start properly;
A; When the hill-holder is released later than en-
gagement of clutch (engine tends to stall): Loos-
en the adjusting nut gradually until smooth
starting is enabled.
B; When the hill-holder is released earlier than
engagement to clutch (vehicle slips down slight-
ly): Tighten the adjusting nut so that hill-holder is
released later than engagement of clutch (status
in A). Then make adjustment the same as in A.
CAUTION:
 Whenever turning the adjusting nut, hold the
inner cable with pliers to prevent it from turn-
ing.
 Replace the pressure hold valve (PHV) or
PHV cable with a new one, if they are defective
and/or damaged.
(A) Lock nut
(B) Adjusting nut
(C) Pressure hold valve
(C) (B)
(A)
PM-00077