2004 SUBARU FORESTER wheel torque

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MECHANICAL
General Description
C: CAUTION
 Wear working clothing, including a cap, protec-
tive goggles and protective shoes during operation.
 Remove contamination including dirt and corro-
sion before removal, installation or disassembly.
 Keep the disassembled parts in order and pro-
tect them from dust or dirt.
 Before removal, installation or disassembly, be
sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary re-
moval, installation, disassembly and replacement.
 Be careful not to burn yourself, because each
part in the vehicle is hot after running.
 Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts to the specified
torque.
 Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified
points.
 Before disconnecting electrical connectors of
sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground
cable from battery.
 All parts should be thoroughly cleaned, paying
special attention to the engine oil passages, pis-
tons and bearings. Rotating parts and sliding parts such as piston,
bearing and gear should be coated with oil prior to
assembly.
 Be careful not to let oil, grease or coolant contact
the timing belt, clutch disc and flywheel.
 All removed parts, if to be reused, should be re-
installed in the original positions and directions.
 Bolts, nuts and washers should be replaced with
new ones as required.
 Even if necessary inspections have been made
in advance, proceed with assembly work while
making rechecks.
 Remove or install engine in an area where chain
hoists, lifting devices, etc. are available for ready
use.
 Be sure not to damage coated surfaces of body
panels with tools, or not to stain seats and windows
with coolant or oil. Place a cover over fenders, as
required, for protection.
 Prior to starting work, prepare the following:
Service tools, clean cloth, containers to catch cool-
ant and oil, wire ropes, chain hoist, transmission
jacks, etc.
 Lift-up or lower the vehicle when necessary.
Make sure to support the correct positions.
D: PREPARATION TOOL
1. SPECIAL TOOL
ILLUSTRATION TOOL NUMBER DESCRIPTION REMARKS
18231AA010 CAM SPROCKET
WRENCH Used for removing and installing cam
sprocket. (LH side)
 Also the CAM SPROCKET WRENCH
(499207100) can be used.
24082AA230
(Newly adopted tool)CARTRIDGE Troubleshooting for electrical systems.
ST18231AA010
ST24082AA230

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MECHANICAL
Engine Assembly
(2) Loosen the lock bolt and slider bolt, and
then remove the front side V-belt. ME(H4SO)-43, FRONT SIDE BELT, REMOV-
AL, V-belt.>
(3) Remove the pipe with bracket.
(4) Remove the bolts which install power steer-
ing pump bracket.
(5) Remove the reservoir tank from bracket by
pulling it upward.
(6) Place the power steering pump on right side
wheel apron.14) Remove the front and center exhaust pipe.
Pipe.>
15) Remove the nuts which hold lower side of
transmission to engine.
16) Remove the nuts which install front cushion
rubber onto front crossmember.
17) Separate the torque converter clutch from drive
plate. (AT model)
(1) Lower the vehicle.
(2) Remove the service hole plug.
(3) Remove the bolts which hold torque con-
verter clutch to drive plate.
(4) Remove other bolts while rotating the en-
gine using socket wrench.
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MECHANICAL
Cylinder Block
4) Tighten the 10 mm cylinder block connecting
bolts on LH side (A — D) in alphabetical sequence.
Tightening torque:
15 N
⋅m (1.5 kgf-m, 10.8 ft-lb)
5) Tighten the 10 mm cylinder block connecting
bolts on RH side (E — J) in alphabetical sequence.
Tightening torque:
15 N
⋅m (1.5 kgf-m, 10.8 ft-lb)
6) Further tighten the LH side bolts (A — D) to 90°
in alphabetical sequence.7) Further tighten the RH side bolts (E — J) to 90°
in alphabetical sequence.
8) Tighten the 8 mm and 6 mm cylinder block con-
necting bolts on LH side (A — H) in alphabetical se-
quence.
Tightening torque:
(A) — (G): 25 N
⋅m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
(H): 6.4 N
⋅m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
9) Install the rear oil seal using ST1 and ST2.
ST1 499597100 OIL SEAL GUIDE
ST2 499587200 OIL SEAL INSTALLER
10) Position the top ring gap at (A) or (B) in the fig-
ure.
11) Position the second ring gap at 180° on the re-
verse side for top ring gap.
 2.0 L model
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(A)
(B)
(C) (D)
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(E)(G)
(F)(I)
(J)
(H)
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(A)
(B)
(C) (D)
(A) Rear oil seal
(B) Fly wheel attaching bolt
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(E)(G)
(F)(I)
(J)
(H)
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(B)(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
(A)
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ST1
ST2
(B)
(A)

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MECHANICAL
Cylinder Block
18) Install the water pipe.
19) Install the baffle plate.
Tightening torque:
6.4 N
⋅m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
20) Install the oil strainer and O-ring.
Tightening torque:
10 N
⋅m (1.0 kgf-m, 7 ft-lb)
21) Install the oil strainer stay.
22) Apply liquid gasket to the matching surfaces,
and then install the oil pan.
Liquid gasket:
THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or
equivalent
Tightening torque:
6.4 N
⋅m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
23) Apply liquid gasket to the matching surfaces,
and then install the oil separator cover.
Liquid gasket:
THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or
equivalentTightening torque:
6.4 N
⋅m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
24) Install the flywheel or drive plate.
To lock the crankshaft, use ST.
ST 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER
Tightening torque:
72 N
⋅m (7.3 kgf-m, 52.8 ft-lb)
 MT model
 AT model
NOTE:
Using STs, remove the flywheel. (2.5 L MT model)
ST1 498497100 CRANKSHAFT STOPPER
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MECHANICAL
Cylinder Block
ST2 499057000 TORX PLUS
25) Install the housing cover.
26) Installation of oil pump
(1) Discard the front oil seal after removal. Re-
place with a new one using the ST.
ST 499587100 OIL SEAL INSTALLER
(2) Apply liquid gasket to the matching surface
of oil pump.
Liquid gasket:
THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or
equivalent(3) Apply a coat of engine oil to the inside of oil
seal.
(4) Install the oil pump on cylinder block. Be
careful not to damage the oil seal during instal-
lation.
Tightening torque:
6.4 N
⋅m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
 Be sure to install the O-ring and seal when in-
stalling oil pump.
 Align flat surface of oil pump’s inner rotor
with crankshaft before installation.
27) Install the water pump and gasket.
Tightening torque:
First; 12 N
⋅m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft-lb)
Second; 12 N
⋅m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
 Be sure to use a new gasket.
 When installing the water pump, tighten the
bolts in two stages in alphabetical sequence as
shown in the figure.
 Model without ATF warmer
(A) Flywheel
(A) O-ring
(A)
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ST1ST2
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(A)
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(B)
(F) (D)(C)
(A)
(E)

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LUBRICATION
Oil Pan and Strainer
10) Remove the lifting device and steel cables.
11) Install the pitching stopper.
Tightening torque:
T1: 50 N
⋅m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)
T2: 58 N
⋅m (5.9 kgf-m, 42.8 ft-lb)
12) Install the radiator upper brackets.
13) Install the air intake duct and air cleaner case.
(Non-turbo model) LATION, Air Intake Duct.> INSTALLATION, Air Cleaner Case.>
14) Install the intercooler. (Turbo model) IN(H4DOTC)-11, INSTALLATION, Intercooler.>15) Install the air intake boot and air cleaner upper
cover. (Turbo model)
16) Connect the connector to mass air flow sensor.
(Turbo model)
17) Install the front wheels.
18) Connect the battery ground cable to battery.
19) Fill engine oil. TION, Engine Oil.>
C: INSPECTION
By visual check make sure the oil pan, oil strainer,
oil strainer stay and baffle plate are not damaged.
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ENGINE (DIAGNOSTIC)
Subaru Select Monitor
8. READ CURRENT DATA FOR AT
1) On the «Main Menu» display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
2) On the «System Selection Menu» display screen, select the {Transmission} and press the [YES] key.
3) Press the [YES] key after the information of transmission type is displayed.
4) On the «Transmission Diagnosis» display screen, select the {Current Data Display & Save} and press the
[YES] key.
5) On the «Transmission Diagnosis» display screen, select the {Data Display} and press the [YES] key.
6) Using the scroll key, scroll the display screen up or down until the desired data is shown.
 A list of the support data is shown in the following table.
Description Display Unit of measure
Battery voltage Battery Voltage V
Rear vehicle speed sensor signal Rear Wheel Speed km/h or MPH
Front vehicle speed sensor signal Front Wheel Speed km/h or MPH
Engine speed signal Engine speed rpm
ATF temperature signal ATF Temp.°C or °F
Throttle position sensor Throttle Sensor Voltage V
Gear Position Gear position —
Line pressure control duty ratio Line pressure duty %
Lock up clutch control duty ratio L/U Duty %
Transfer clutch control duty ratio AWD duty %
Throttle position sensor power supply Throttle sensor power supply V
Turbine revolution signal Turbine Revolution Speed rpm
2-4 Brake timing pressure control duty ratio 2-4 B Pressure Duty %
Intake manifold pressure sensor voltage Mani. Relative Voltage V
FWD switch signal FWD SW ON or OFF
Kick down switch signal Kick Down Switch ON or OFF
Stop light switch signal Stop Light SW ON or OFF
Anti lock brake system signal ABS signal ON or OFF
Cruise control system signal Cruise Control Signal ON or OFF
Neutral/Parking range signal N/P range ON or OFF
Reverse range signal R Range ON or OFF
Drive range signal D Range ON or OFF
3rd range signal 3rd Range Signal ON or OFF
2nd range signal 2nd Range Signal ON or OFF
1st range signal 1st Range Signal ON or OFF
Shift control solenoid A Shift Solenoid #1 ON or OFF
Shift control solenoid B Shift Solenoid #2 ON or OFF
Torque control output signal #1 Torque control output signal 1 ON or OFF
Torque control output signal #2 Torque control output signal 2 ON or OFF
Torque control cut signal Torque Control Cut Sig ON or OFF
2-4 brake timing control solenoid valve 2-4B Timing Solenoid ON or OFF
Low clutch timing control solenoid valve L/C timing solenoid ON or OFF
Automatic transmission diagnosis light output signal Diagnosis Lamp ON or OFF

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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor
17.Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Disconnect the connector from front oxygen (A/
F) sensor.
3) Disconnect the engine harness fixed by clip (A)
from bracket (B).
4) Remove the front right side wheel.
5) Lift-up the vehicle.
6) Remove the service hole cover.7) Apply SUBARU CRC or its equivalent to the
threaded portion of front oxygen (A/F) sensor, and
leave it for 1 minute or more.
SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003)
8) Remove the front oxygen (A/F) sensor.
CAUTION:
When removing the oxygen (A/F) sensor, wait
until the exhaust pipe cools, otherwise it will
damage the exhaust pipe.
B: INSTALLATION
1) Before installing the front oxygen (A/F) sensor,
apply anti-seize compound only to the threaded
portion of front oxygen (A/F) sensor to make next
removal easier.
Anti-seize compound:
SS-30 JET LUBE
CAUTION:
Never apply anti-seize compound to the protec-
tor of front oxygen (A/F) sensor.
2) Install the front oxygen (A/F) sensor.
Tightening torque:
30 N
⋅m (3.1 kgf-m, 22.1 ft-lb)
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(A)(B)
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