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Sub Frame: Inspection

  1. Check that there is no damage and distortion at the sub frame.
  2. Check that the bolts are tightened with the specified torque. If there is looseness, tighten to the specified torque.

Tightening torque: 

T1: 34 N.m (3.5 kgf-m, 25 ft-lb) 

T2: 55 N.m (5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lb) 

T3: 71 N.m (7.2 kgf-m, 52 ft-lb) 

Fig 1: Identifying Subframe Bolts Tightening Torque
G03815071Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.