2004 SUBARU FORESTER fuel filter

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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
General Description
(1) Clip (11) Fuel pipe ASSY (21) Two-way valve drain hose A
(2) Fuel delivery hose A (12) Grommet (22) Connector
(3) Fuel filter bracket (13) Canister hose A (23) Two-way valve drain hose B
(4) Fuel filter holder (14) Canister (24) Clamp
(5) Fuel filter cup (15) Canister bracket plate (25) Front canister bracket
(6) Fuel filter (16) Cushion
(7) Evaporation hose (17) Canister bracket spacerTightening torque: N
⋅m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
(8) Fuel damper valve (18) Rear canister bracketT: 23 (2.3, 17.0)
(9) Fuel deliver y hose B (19) Two-way valve return hose
(10) Fuel return hose (20) Two-way valve

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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Fuel Filter
30.Fuel Filter
A: REMOVAL
WARNING:
 Place “NO FIRE” signs near working area.
 Be careful not to spill fuel on floor.
1) Release the fuel pressure. FU(H4DOTC)-54, RELEASING OF FUEL PRES-
SURE, OPERATION, Fuel.>
2) Disconnect the fuel delivery hoses from fuel fil-
ter.
3) Remove the filter from holder.
B: INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
 If fuel hoses are damaged at connecting por-
tions, replace them with new ones.
 If clamps are badly damaged, replace them
with new ones.
1) Install in the reverse order of removal.
2) Tighten the hose clamp screws.
Tightening torque:
1.25 N
⋅m (0.13 kgf-m, 0.94 ft-lb)
C: INSPECTION
1) Check the inside of fuel filter for dirt and water
sediment.
2) If it is clogged, or if replacement interval has
been reached, replace it.
3) If water is found in it, shake and expel the water
from inlet port.
FU-00118
FU-00118

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FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEM)
Fuel System Trouble in General
34.Fuel System Trouble in General
A: INSPECTION
NOTE:
 When the vehicle is left unattended for an ex-
tended period of time, water may accumulate in the
fuel tank.
To prevent water condensation.
(1) Top off the fuel tank or drain the fuel com-
pletely.
(2) Drain the water condensation from the fuel
filter.
 Refilling the fuel tank.
Refill the fuel tank while there is still some fuel left in
the tank.
 Protecting the fuel system against freezing and
water condensation.
Cold areas
In snow-covered areas, mountainous areas, skiing
areas, etc. where ambient temperatures drop be-
low 0°C (32°F) throughout the winter season, use
an anti-freeze solution in the fuel tank. Refueling
will also complement the effect of anti-freeze solu-
tion each time the fuel level drops to about one-half. After the winter season, drain the water which
may have accumulated in the fuel filter and fuel
tank in the manner same as that described under
Affected areas below.
 Affected areas
When the water condensation is notched in the fuel
filter, drain the water from both the fuel filter and
fuel tank or use a water removing agent (or anti-
freeze solution) in the fuel tank.
 Observe the instructions, notes, etc., indicated
on the label affixed to the anti-freeze solution (wa-
ter removing agent) container before use.
Trouble and possible cause Corrective action
1. Insufficient fuel supply to the injector
1) Fuel pump will not operate.
❍Defective terminal contact.Inspect connections, especially ground, and tighten
securely.
❍Trouble in electromagnetic or electronic circuit parts. Replace fuel pump.
2) Lowering of fuel pump function. Replace fuel pump.
3) Clogged dust or water in the fuel filter. Replace fuel filter, clean or replace fuel tank.
4) Clogged or bent fuel pipe or hose. Clean, correct or replace fuel pipe or hose.
5) Air is mixed in the fuel system. Inspect or retighten each connection part.
6) Clogged or bent breather tube or pipe. Clean, correct or replace air breather tube or pipe.
7) Damaged diaphragm of pressure regulator. Replace.
2. Leakage or blow out fuel
1) Loosened joints of the fuel pipe. Retightening.
2) Cracked fuel pipe, hose and fuel tank. Replace.
3) Defective welding part on the fuel tank. Replace.
4) Defective drain packing of the fuel tank. Replace.
5) Clogged or bent air breather tube or air vent tube.Clean, correct or replace air breather tube or air vent
tube.
3. Gasoline smell inside of compartment
1)Loose joints at air breather tube, air vent tube and fuel filler
pipe.Retightening.
2) Defective packing air tightness on the fuel saucer. Correct or replace packing.
3) Cracked fuel separator. Replace separator.
4) Inoperative fuel pump modulator or circuit. Replace.
4. Defective fuel meter indicator
1) Defective operation of fuel level sensor. Replace.
2) Defective operation of fuel meter. Replace.
5. Noise
1) Large operation noise or vibration of fuel pump. Replace.

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MECHANICAL
Engine Assembly
(3) Screw the 6 mm dia. bolt into release fork
shaft, and remove it.
(4) Raise the release fork, and then unfasten
the release bearing tabs to free release fork.
NOTE:
Step (4) is required to prevent interference with en-
gine when removing the engine from transmission.
21) 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 the torque
converter clutch to drive plate.
(4) Remove the other bolts while rotating the
engine using socket wrench.22) Remove the pitching stopper.
23) Disconnect the fuel delivery hose, return hose
and evaporation hose.
NOTE:
 Catch fuel from the hose into container.
 Disconnect the hose with its end wrapped with
cloth to prevent fuel from splashing.
24) Remove the fuel filter and bracket.
25) Support the engine with a lifting device and
wire ropes.
(A) Shaft
(B) Bolt
ME-00043 (B)(A)
ME-00044
MT-00069
ME-00045
ME-00046
ME-00047

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MECHANICAL
Engine Assembly
6) Remove the garage jack.
7) Install the pitching stopper.
Tightening torque:
T1: 50 N
⋅m (5.1 kgf-m, 37 ft-lb)
T2: 58 N
⋅m (5.9 kgf-m, 43 ft-lb)
8) Remove the ST from torque converter clutch
case. (AT model)
NOTE:
Be careful not to drop the ST into torque converter
clutch case when removing ST.
ST 498277200 STOPPER SET
9) Install the starter. STALLATION, Starter.>
10) Install the torque converter clutch onto drive
plate. (AT model)
(1) Tighten the bolts which hold the torque con-
verter clutch to drive plate.
(2) Tighten other bolts while rotating the engine
by using ST.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to drop bolts into the torque con-
verter clutch housing.
ST 499977300 CRANK PULLEY WRENCHTightening torque:
25 N
⋅m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
(3) Clog the service hole with plug.
11) Install the fuel filter and bracket.
12) Install the power steering pump on bracket.
(1) Install the reservoir tank on bracket.
(2) Install the power steering pump.
Tightening torque:
20.1 N
⋅m (2.05 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)
ME-00047
T1
T2
MT-00085ME-00044
ME-00046
ME-00038
ME-00037

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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

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ENGINE (DIAGNOSTIC)
General Diagnostic Table
*1: Check ignition coil & ignitor ASSY and spark plug.
*2: Indicate the symptom occurring only in cold temperatures.
*3: Ensure the secure installation.
*4: Check fuel injector, fuel pressure regulator and fuel filter.
*5: Inspect air leak in air intake system.
*6: Adjust accelerator cable. 6. Surging1) Manifold absolute pressure sensor
2) Mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor
3) Engine coolant temperature sensor (*2)
4) Crankshaft position sensor (*3)
5) Camshaft position sensor (*3)
6) Fuel injection parts (*4)
7) Throttle position sensor
8) Fuel pump and fuel pump relay
7. Spark knock1) Manifold absolute pressure sensor
2) Mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor
3) Engine coolant temperature sensor
4) Knock sensor
5) Fuel injection parts (*4)
6) Fuel pump and fuel pump relay
8. After burning in exhaust system1) Manifold absolute pressure sensor
2) Mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor
3) Engine coolant temperature sensor (*2)
4) Fuel injection parts (*4)
5) Fuel pump and fuel pump relay Symptom Problem parts

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Page
1. General Description ....................................................................................2
2. Throttle Body .............................................................................................13
3. Intake Manifold ..........................................................................................14
4. Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor........................................................26
5. Crankshaft Position Sensor.......................................................................27
6. Camshaft Position Sensor.........................................................................28
7. Knock Sensor ............................................................................................29
8. Mass Air Flow and Intake Air Temperature Sensor ..................................30
9. Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor ..........................................................31
10. Fuel Injector ..............................................................................................32
11. Tumble Generator Valve Assembly ..........................................................33
12. Tumble Generator Valve Actuator.............................................................34
13. Wastegate Control Solenoid Valve ...........................................................35
14. Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor .......................................................................36
15. Rear Oxygen Sensor.................................................................................38
16. Exhaust Temperature Sensor ...................................................................40
17. Engine Control Module (ECM) ..................................................................41
18. Main Relay ................................................................................................42
19. Fuel Pump Relay.......................................................................................43
20. Fuel Pump Control Unit .............................................................................44
21. Fuel ...........................................................................................................45
22. Fuel Tank ..................................................................................................46
23. Fuel Filler Pipe ..........................................................................................48
24. Fuel Pump .................................................................................................52
25. Fuel Level Sensor .....................................................................................54
26. Fuel Sub Level Sensor ..............................................................................55
27. Fuel Filter ..................................................................................................57
28. Fuel Cut Valve...........................................................................................58
29. Fuel Damper Valve ...................................................................................59
30. Fuel Delivery, Return and Evaporation Lines............................................60
31. Fuel System Trouble in General ...............................................................63