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Oil Level Switch: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2016 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the oil level switch, and install the clip (A) to the oil pan upper.
    NOTE:
    • Use new O-rings.
    • Apply a coat of engine oil to the O-rings.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Locating Oil Level Switch Bolts
    G08580513Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Attach the clip (A) securing the harness, and connect the connector of the oil level switch to the engine harness.
    Fig 2: Identifying Oil Level Switch Connector
    G10263077Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the under cover. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Under Cover. >
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  6. Fill engine oil. < Ref. to REPLACEMENT , Engine Oil. >
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