2004 SUBARU FORESTER check engine

PI-3
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
B: PDI PROCEDURE
Follow the procedures shown in the table below.
Static Checks Just After Vehicle Receipt
Step Check point
1. Appearance check (1) If the vehicle is covered with protective coating, visually check the vehicle
body for damage and dents. If the protective coating has been removed,
visually check the body paints for small areas of damage or stains.
(2) Visually check the glass and light lenses for any damage and cracks or
excessive gaps to the body sheet metal.
(3) Visually check the plated parts for any damage.
2. Tire check (1) Check the tires for damage, abnormal conditions, and dents on the
wheels.
(2) Check the tire air pressure.
3. Fuse installation If the vehicle is about to be delivered to the customer, attach a room light
fuse.
4. Connection of air conditioner harness If the vehicle is about to be delivered to the customer, connect the air condi-
tioner harness.
5. Check the doors for lock/unlock and open/close
operations.(1) Using the key, check if the door can be locked and unlocked normally.
(2) Open and close all doors to see that there are no abnormal conditions.
6. Operation check of double lock Check that the double lock operates normally.
7. Operation check of the child safety lock system. Check the child safety lock system operates normally.
8. Check the rear gate for lock/unlock and open/
close operations.(1) Check if the rear gate can be unlocked normally from the emergency
door.
(2) Open and close the rear gate to see that there are no abnormal condi-
tions.
(3) Operate the power door locking switch to check that the rear gate is
locked and unlocked normally.
9. Operation check of fuel lid opener lock release
leverOperate the fuel lid opener to check that the fuel lid is unlocked normally.
10. Accessory check Check that the following accessories are provided:
 Owner’s manual
 Warranty booklet
 Service booklet
 Spare key
Jack
Tool set
 Spare tire
11. Operation check of hood lock release system Operate the hood lock release lever to check that the hood opens normally.
12. Battery Check the battery for any abnormal conditions such as rust and trace of bat-
tery fluid leaks.
13. Brake fluid Check the fluid amount.
14. Engine oil Check the oil amount.
15. Transmission fluid (1) Check the fluid amount.
(2) For AT, check the front differential oil.
16. AT front differential oil Check the AT front differential oil amount.
17. Coolant Check the coolant amount.
18. Clutch fluid Check the clutch fluid amount.
19. Window washer fluid Check the window washer fluid amount.
20. Hood latch check Check that the hood is closed and latched securely.
21. Keyless entry system Check that the keyless entry system operates normally.
22. Security system Check that the security system operates normally.
23. Seat (1) Check the seat surfaces for smears or dirt.
(2) Check the seat installation conditions and functionality.
24. Seat belt Check the seat belt installation conditions and functionality.
25. Wheel alignment Check that the wheel alignments are properly adjusted.

PI-4
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
Checks with the Engine Running
Dynamic Test with the Vehicle Running
Checks after Dynamic Test
Step Check point
26. Test mode connectors Test mode connectors
27. Starting condition Start the engine and check that the engine starts smoothly.
28. Exhaust system Check that the exhaust noise is normal and no leaks are found.
29. Indicator light Check that all the indicator lights operate normally.
30. Clock Check that the clock operates normally.
31. Radio Check that the radio system operates normally.
32. Front accessory power supply socket Check that the front accessory power supply socket operates normally.
33. Lighting system Check that the lighting systems operate normally.
34. Window washer Check that the window washer system operates normally.
35. Wiper Check that the wiper system operates normally.
36. Power window operation check Check the power window for correct operations.
Step Check point
37. Brake test Check that the foot brake operates normally.
38. Parking brake Check that the parking brake operates normally.
39. AT shift control Check the AT shift patterns are correct.
40. Heater & ventilation Check that the heater & ventilation system operates normally.
41. Air conditioner Check that the air conditioner operates normally.
42. Speed control Check that the speed control operates normally.
Step Check point
43. ATF level Check that the ATF level is normal.
44. Power steering fluid level Check that the power steering fluid level is normal.
45. Fluid leak check Check for fluid/oil leaks.
46. Water leak check Spray the vehicle with water and check for water leaks.
47. Appearance check 2 (1) Remove the protective coating (wrap guard).(if any)
(2) Check the body paints for damage and smears.
(3) Check the plated parts for damage and rust.

PI-8
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
11.OPERATION CHECK OF HOOD LOCK
RELEASE SYSTEM
Operate the hood release knob and check that the
hood is unlocked normally.
Operate the lever (A) and check that the hood is
opened normally. Then support the hood with hood
stay.
12.BATTERY
Check the battery terminals to make sure that no
rust or corrosions due to fluid leaks are found.
Check that the battery caps are securely tightened.
13.BRAKE FLUID
Check the brake fluid amount. If the amount is in-
sufficient, carry out a brake line test to identify
brake fluid leaks and check the brake operation. Af-
ter that, refill the brake fluid tank with the specified
type of fluid.
14.ENGINE OIL
Check the engine oil amount. If the amount is insuf-
ficient, check that no leaks are found. Then, add
the necessary amount of the specified engine oil.
PI-00071
PI-00082
(A)
(A) Cap
(B) Upper level
(C) Lower level
(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)
PI-00012
(A)
(B)
(C)
PM-00181
(A)(B)
(D)
(E) (F)(C)

PI-10
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
21.KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
Check the keyless entry system operations as fol-
lows:
 Fully open all the door windows.
 Remove the key from the ignition switch and
close all the doors including rear gate.
 Press the “LOCK” button on the keyless transmit-
ter once and check if all the doors are locked, and
the hazard light flashes once.
 Press the “UNLOCK” button on the keyless
transmitter once and check if the all doors are un-
locked, and the hazard light flashes twice. Close all doors and rear gate, press the “LOCK”
button of the keyless transmitter. Press the “UN-
LOCK” button of the keyless transmitter and wait
for 30 seconds. Check that all doors and the rear
gate are automatically locked again.
22.SEAT
Check that each seat provides full functionality in
sliding and reclining. Check all available functions
of the rear seat.
23.SEAT BELT
Pull out the seat belt and then release it. Check that
the belt webbing retracts smoothly.
24.WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Check the wheel alignments. Alignment.>
25.TEST MODE CONNECTORS
Turn the ignition switch to ON and check that the
malfunction indicator light starts blinking. If the light
blinks, return the ignition key to LOCK and discon-
nect the test mode connector. Then, turn the igni-
tion key to ON again. If the malfunction indicator
light blinks at that time in spite of the disconnected
test mode connector, carry out an engine diagno-
sis.
26.STARTING CONDITION
Start the engine and check that the engine starts
smoothly. If any battery voltage problems are
found, recharge or replace the battery. If any nois-
es are observed, immediately stop the engine and
check and repair the necessary components.
27.EXHAUST SYSTEM
Listen to the exhaust noise to see if no unusual
noises are heard.
28.INDICATOR LIGHT
Check that all the indicator lights are off.
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PI-00109
PI-00110
PI-00111
(A) Test mode connector (Green)
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(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
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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
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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
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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)