2004 SUBARU FORESTER radiator

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COOLING
Reservoir Tank
10.Reservoir Tank
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the over flow hose from radiator filler
neck position.
2) Remove the bolts which install reservoir tank
onto radiator main fan shroud.
3) Remove the reservoir tank.
B: INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to COMPONENT for tightening torque. to CO(H4SO)-4, COMPONENT, General Descrip-
tion.>
C: INSPECTION
Make sure the engine coolant level is between full
and low.
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COOLING
Coolant Filler Tank
11.Coolant Filler Tank
A: REMOVAL
WARNING:
The radiator is pressurized. Wait until the en-
gine cools down before working on the radia-
tor.
1) Drain the coolant about 3.02 (3.2 US qt, 2.6 Imp
qt). GINE COOLANT, REPLACEMENT, Engine Cool-
ant.>
2) Remove the air cleaner upper cover and air in-
take boot. Cleaner.>
3) Remove the air cleaner element.
4) Disconnect the engine coolant hoses from cool-
ant filler tank.
5) Remove the bolts and nut which install coolant
filler tank.
6) Disconnect the engine coolant hose which con-
nects under side of coolant filler tank.
7) Remove the coolant filler tank.
B: INSTALLATION
1) Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
T1: 19 N
⋅m (1.9 kgf-m, 13.7 ft-lb)
T2: 21 N
⋅m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.2 ft-lb)
2) Fill engine coolant. ING OF ENGINE COOLANT, REPLACEMENT,
Engine Coolant.>
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COOLING
Engine Cooling System Trouble in General
12.Engine Cooling System Trouble in General
A: INSPECTION
Trouble Possible cause Corrective action
Over-heatinga. Insufficient engine coolantReplenish the engine coolant, inspect for leakage, and
repair.
b. Loose timing belt Repair or replace the timing belt tensioner.
c. Oil on drive belt Replace.
d. Malfunction of thermostat Replace.
e. Malfunction of water pump Replace.
f. Clogged engine coolant passage Clean.
g. Improper ignition timingInspect and repair the ignition control system.

nostics Procedure.>
h. Clogged or leaking radiator Clean or repair, or replace.
i. Improper engine oil in engine coolant Replace the engine coolant.
j. Air/fuel mixture ratio too leanInspect and repair the fuel injection system.

nostics Procedure.>
k. Excessive back pressure in exhaust system Clean or replace.
l. Insufficient clearance between piston and cylinder Adjust or replace.
m. Slipping clutch Repair or replace.
n. Dragging brake Adjust.
o. Defective thermostat Replace.
p. Malfunction of radiator fanInspect the radiator fan relay, engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor or radiator motor and replace there.
Over-coolinga. Atmospheric temperature extremely low Partly cover the radiator front area.
b. Defective thermostat Replace.
Engine coolant
leaks.a. Loosened or damaged connecting units on hoses Repair or replace.
b. Leakage from water pump Replace.
c. Leakage from water pipe Repair or replace.
d. Leakage around cylinder head gasket Retighten the cylinder head bolts or replace gasket.
e. Damaged or cracked cylinder head and crankcase Repair or replace.
f. Damaged or cracked thermostat case Repair or replace.
g. Leakage from radiator Repair or replace.
Noisea. Defective drive belt Replace.
b. Defective radiator fan Replace.
c. Defective water pump bearing Replace the water pump.
d. Defective water pump mechanical seal Replace the water pump.

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LUBRICATION
Oil Pump
4. Oil Pump
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Lift-up the vehicle.
3) Remove the under cover.
4) Remove the bolts which install water pipe of oil
cooler to oil pump. (Turbo model)
5) Remove the water pipe and hoses between oil
cooler and water pump. (Turbo model)
6) Remove the radiator. REMOVAL, Radiator.>7) Remove the crankshaft position sensor.
8) Remove the V-belts.
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9) Remove the rear side V-belt tensioner.
10) Remove the crankshaft pulley by using ST.
ST 499977400 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH
(2.0 L model)
ST 499977100 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH
(2.5 L model)
11) Remove the water pump. 21, REMOVAL, Water Pump.>
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LUBRICATION
Oil Pan and Strainer
5. Oil Pan and Strainer
A: REMOVAL
1) Set the vehicle on lift arms.
2) Remove the front wheels.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
4) Remove the air intake duct and air cleaner case.
(Non-turbo model)

Case.>
5) Disconnect the connector from mass air flow
sensor. (Turbo model)
6) Remove the air intake boot and air cleaner upper
cover. (Turbo model)
7) Remove the intercooler (Turbo model) IN(H4DOTC)-10, REMOVAL, Intercooler.>8) Remove the pitching stopper.
9) Remove the radiator upper brackets.
10) Support the engine with a lifting device and
wire ropes.
11) Lift-up the vehicle.
CAUTION:
When lifting up the vehicle, rise up the wire
rope together.
12) Remove the under cover.
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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)
Check List for Interview
2. Check List for Interview
A: INSPECTION
1. CHECK LIST No. 1
Check the following items when problem has occurred.
NOTE:
Use copies of this page for interviewing customers.
Customer’s name Engine No.
Date of sale Fuel brand
Date of repair
Odometer readingkm
V.I.N.miles
Weather❏ Fine
❏ Cloudy
❏ Rainy
❏ Snowy
❏ Va r i o u s / O t h e r s :
Ambient air temperature°C (°F)
❏ Hot
❏ War m
❏ Cool
❏ Cold
Place❏ Highway
❏ Suburbs
❏ Inner city
❏ Uphill
❏ Downhill
❏ Rough road
❏ Others:
Engine temperature❏ Cold
❏ War ming-up
❏ After warming-up
❏ Any temperature
❏ Others:
Engine speed rpm
Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)
Driving conditions❏ Not affected
❏ At starting
❏ While idling
❏ At racing
❏ While accelerating
❏ While cruising
❏ While decelerating
❏ While turning (RH/LH)
Headlight❏ ON / ❏ OFF Rear defogger❏ ON / ❏ OFF
Blower❏ ON / ❏ OFF Audio❏ ON / ❏ OFF
A/C compressor❏ ON / ❏ OFF Car phone❏ ON / ❏ OFF
Radiator fan❏ ON / ❏ OFF
Fr o nt wi pe r❏ ON / ❏ OFF
Rear wiper❏ ON / ❏ OFF

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ENGINE (DIAGNOSTIC)
Electrical Component Location
 LHD MODEL
 RHD MODEL
(1) Inhibitor switch (4) Fuel pump relay (7) Starter
(2) Fuel pump (5) Radiator main fan relay
(3) Main relay (6) Radiator sub fan relay
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(3)
(4)
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(3) (7) (6)(5)(4)
(2)
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(7) (6)(5)
(2)(3)(4)(1)