2004 SUBARU FORESTER fuel cap release

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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Fuel Pump
27.Fuel Pump
A: REMOVAL
WARNING:
 Place “NO FIRE” signs near working area.
 Be careful not to spill fuel on floor.
NOTE:
Fuel pump assembly consists of fuel pump and fuel
level sensor.
1) Release the fuel pressure. FU(H4DOTC)-54, RELEASING OF FUEL PRES-
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2) Open the fuel filler flap lid and remove the fuel
filler cap.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
4) Lift-up the vehicle.
5) Drain fuel from fuel tank. Set a container under
vehicle and remove the drain plug from fuel tank.
6) Tighten the fuel drain plug.
Tightening torque:
26 N
⋅m (2.7 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb)7) Raise the rear seat and turn the floor mat up.
8) Remove the access hole lid.
9) Disconnect the connector from fuel pump.
10) Disconnect the quick connector, and discon-
nect the fuel delivery hose. 70, Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines.>
11) Move the clips, and then disconnect the fuel re-
turn hose (A) and jet pump hose (B).
12) Remove the nuts which install the fuel pump
assembly onto fuel tank.
13) Take off the fuel pump assembly from fuel tank.
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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines
33.Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines
A: REMOVAL
1) Set the vehicle on a lift.
2) Release the fuel pressure. Fuel.>
3) Open the fuel filler flap lid and remove the fuel filler cap.
4) Remove the floor mat.
5) Remove the fuel delivery pipes and hoses, fuel return pipes and hoses, evaporation pipes and hoses.
6) In the engine compartment, detach the fuel de-
livery hoses (A), return hoses (B) and evaporation
hoses (C).
7) Lift-up the vehicle.8) Disconnect the two-way valve hose (A) from
two-way valve and disconnect the canister hose (B)
from canister.
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(B) (A)
(C)
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MECHANICAL
Fuel Pressure
7. Fuel Pressure
A: INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Before removing the fuel pressure gauge, re-
lease the fuel pressure.
NOTE:
If out of specification, check or replace the pressure
regulator and pressure regulator vacuum hose.
1) Release the fuel pressure. FU(H4DOTC)-54, RELEASING OF FUEL PRES-
SURE, OPERATION, Fuel.>
2) Open the fuel filler flap lid, and then remove the
fuel filler cap.
3) Disconnect the fuel delivery hoses from fuel fil-
ter, and then connect the fuel pressure gauge.
4) Connect the connector of fuel pump relay.
5) Start the engine.6) Measure the fuel pressure while disconnecting
the pressure regulator vacuum hose from intake
manifold.
Fuel pressure:
Standard; 284 — 314 kPa (2.9 — 3.2 kgf/cm2,
41 — 46 psi)
7) After connecting the pressure regulator vacuum
hose, measure the fuel pressure.
Fuel pressure:
Standard; 230 — 260 kPa (2.35 — 2.65 kgf/
cm
2, 33 — 38 psi)
NOTE:
The fuel pressure gauge registers 10 to 20 kPa (0.1
to 0.2 kgf/cm
2, 1 to 3 psi) higher than standard val-
ues during high-altitude operations.
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MECHANICAL
Engine Assembly
9. Engine Assembly
A: REMOVAL
1) Set the vehicle on a lift.
2) Open the front hood fully, and then support with
the hood stay.
3) Collect the refrigerant from A/C system.

4) Release the fuel pressure.
(1) Disconnect the fuel pump relay connector.
(2) Start the engine, and run until stalls.
(3) After the engine stalls, crank it for 5 seconds
more.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
5) Remove the filler cap.
6) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
7) Remove the radiator from vehicle. CO(H4SO)-28, REMOVAL, Radiator.>
8) Remove the coolant filler tank. CO(H4SO)-42, REMOVAL, Coolant Filler Tank.>
9) Disconnect the A/C pressure hoses from A/C
compressor.10) Remove the intercooler. 10, REMOVAL, Intercooler.>
11) Disconnect the following connectors and cable.
(1) Engine harness connector
(2) Engine ground terminal
(3) Disconnect the right and left side engine
ground cables.
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ENGINE (DIAGNOSTIC)
General Description
12) Observe the following cautions when installing
a radio in MFI equipped models.
CAUTION:
 The antenna must be kept as far apart as pos-
sible from the control unit. (The ECM is located
under the steering column, inside of the instru-
ment panel lower trim panel.)
 The antenna feeder must be placed as far
apart as possible from the ECM and MFI har-
ness.
 Carefully adjust the antenna for correct
matching.
 When mounting a large power type radio, pay
special attention to the three items above men-
tioned.
 Incorrect installation of the radio may affect
the operation of the ECM.
13) Before disconnecting the fuel hose, disconnect
the fuel pump connector and crank the engine for
more than five seconds to release pressure in the
fuel system.If engine starts during this operation,
run it until it stops.
14) Problems in the electronic-controlled automatic
transmission may be caused by failure of the en-
gine, the electronic control system, the transmis-
sion proper, or by a combination of these.These
three causes (engine, electronic control system,
transmission) must be distinguished clearly when
performing diagnostics.
15) Diagnostics should be conducted by rotating
with simple, easy operations and proceeding to
complicated, difficult operations.The most impor-
tant thing in diagnostics is to understand the cus-
tomer’s complaint, and distinguish between the
three causes.
16) On the model with ABS, when performing driv-
ing test in jacked-up or lifted-up position, some-
times the warning light may be lit, but this is not a
malfunction of the system.The reason for this is the
speed difference between the front and rear
wheels.After diagnosis of engine control system,
perform the ABS memory clearance procedure of
self-diagnosis function.
B: INSPECTION
Before performing diagnostics, check the following
items which might affect engine problems:
1. BATTERY
1) Measure battery voltage and specific gravity of
electrolyte.
Standard voltage: 12 V
Specific gravity: Above 1.2602) Check the condition of the main and other fuses,
and harnesses and connectors.Also check for
proper grounding.
2. ENGINE GROUND
Make sure the engine ground terminal is properly
connected to the engine.
C: NOTE
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
 On-board diagnosis (OBD) system detects and
indicates a fault in various inputs and outputs of the
complex electronic control.Malfunction indicator
light in the combination meter indicates occurrence
of a fault or trouble.
 Further, against such a failure or sensors as may
disable the drive, the fail-safe function is provided
to ensure the minimal driveability.
 The OBD system incorporated with the vehicles
within this engine family complies with Section
1968.1, California Code of Regulations (OBD-II
regulation).The OBD system monitors the compo-
nents and the system malfunction listed in Engine
Section which affects on emissions.
 When the system decides that a malfunction oc-
curs, malfunction indicator light illuminates.At the
same time of the malfunction indicator light illumi-
nation or blinking, the DTC and a freeze frame en-
gine conditions are stored into on-board computer.
 The OBD system stores freeze frame engine
condition data (engine load, engine coolant tem-
perature, fuel trim, engine speed and vehicle
speed, etc.) into on-board computer when it detects
a malfunction first.
 If the OBD system detects the various malfunc-
tions including the fault of fuel trim or misfire, the
OBD system first stores freeze frame engine condi-
tions about the fuel trim or misfire.
 When the malfunction does not occur again for
three consecutive driving cycles, malfunction indi-
cator light is turned off, but DTC remains at on-
board computer.
 The OBD-II system is capable of communication
with a general scan tool (OBD-II general scan tool)
formed by ISO 9141 CARB.
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ENGINE (DIAGNOSTIC)
Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
AF:DTC P0172 SYSTEM TOO RICH (BANK 1)
DTC DETECTING CONDITION:
Two consecutive driving cycles with fault
TROUBLE SYMPTOM:
 Erroneous idling
 Engine stalls.
 Poor driving performance
CAUTION:
After repair or replacement of faulty parts, conduct Clear Memory Mode ERATION, Clear Memory Mode.> and Inspection Mode .
Step Check Yes No
1 CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM.Are there holes or looseness of
the bolts on exhaust system?Repair exhaust
system.Go to step 2.
2 CHECK AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.Are there holes, loose bolts or
disconnection of hose on air
intake system?Repair air intake
system.Go to step 3.
3 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE.
Warning:
 Place “NO FIRE” signs near the working
area.
 Be careful not to spill fuel.
1) Release the fuel pressure.
(1) Disconnect the connector from fuel
pump relay.
(2) Start the engine and run it until it stalls.
(3) After the engine stalls, crank it for five
more seconds.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2) Connect the connector to fuel pump relay.
3) Disconnect the fuel delivery hose from fuel
filter, and connect the fuel pressure gauge.
4) Install the fuel filler cap.
5) Start the engine and idle while gear posi-
tion is neutral.
6) Measure the fuel pressure while discon-
necting pressure regulator vacuum hose from
intake manifold.
Warning:
Release fuel pressure before removing the
fuel pressure gauge.
N
OTE:
If fuel pressure does not increase, squeeze the
fuel return hose 2 to 3 times, then measure fuel
pressure again.Is measured value 284 — 314
kPa (2.9 — 3.2 kg/cm
2, 41 —
46 psi)?Go to step 4.Repair the follow-
ing items.
Fuel pressure is
too high:
 Clogged fuel
return line or
bent hose
Fuel pressure is
too low:
 Improper fuel
pump discharge
 Clogged fuel
supply line

FU(H4DOTC 2.5)-14
FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Intake Manifold
3. Intake Manifold
A: REMOVAL
1) Release the fuel pressure.
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2) Open the fuel filler flap lid and remove the fuel
filler cap.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
4) Lift up the vehicle.
5) Remove the under cover.
6) Drain the engine coolant about 3.02 (3.2 US qt,
2.6 Imp qt).
7) Remove the air cleaner upper cover and air in-
take boot. Cleaner.>
8) Remove the air cleaner element.
9) Remove the intercooler. 10, REMOVAL, Intercooler.>
10) Remove the coolant filler tank. CO(H4SO)-42, REMOVAL, Coolant Filler Tank.>
11) Remove the power steering pump.
(1) Remove the front side V-belt. ME(H4DOTC)-52, REMOVAL, V-belt.>(2) Disconnect the power steering switch con-
nector.
(3) Remove the bolts which secure the power
steering pipe brackets to the intake manifold.
NOTE:
Do not disconnect the power steering hose.
(4) Remove the bolts which secure the power
steering pump bracket.
(5) Remove the reservoir tank from the bracket
by pulling it upward.
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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Fuel Injector
10.Fuel Injector
A: REMOVAL
1. RH SIDE
1) Release the fuel pressure.
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2) Open the fuel filler flap lid and remove the fuel
filler cap.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
4) Remove the fuel pipe protector RH.
5) Disconnect the connector from the fuel injector.
6) Remove the screw and remove the fuel injector.
2. LH SIDE
1) Release the fuel pressure.
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2) Open the fuel filler flap lid and remove the fuel
filler cap.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
4) Remove the intake manifold.
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5) Disconnect the connector from the fuel injector.
6) Remove the screw and remove the fuel injector.
B: INSTALLATION
1. RH SIDE
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Replace the O-rings with new ones.
2. LH SIDE
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Replace the O-rings with new ones.
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