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Non-Turbo Model

  1. Install the oil level switch and 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)

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  2. Install the engine mounting LH onto the engine.

    Tightening torque: 

    35 N.m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)

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  3. Lower the engine and remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
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  4. Install the transmission harness stay. (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

    7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

    G12508656Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the transmission case cover. (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

    8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb)

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  6. 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)

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  7. Connect the bulkhead harness connector to the transmission harness connector (A) and the inhibitor harness connector (B), and connect the transmission radio ground terminal (C) to the vehicle body. (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

    13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

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  8. Install the electric power steering gearbox. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Electric Power Steering Gearbox>INSTALLATION .
  9. Install the front drive shaft LH. Ref. to DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM>Front Drive Shaft>INSTALLATION .
  10. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the front crossmember. (Hydraulic engine mounting model)
    NOTE:
    • Make sure that locators (a) of the engine mounting are securely inserted.
    • Use a new nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    60 N.m (6.1 kgf-m, 44.3 ft-lb)

    G12508660Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the front crossmember. (Solid engine mounting model)
    NOTE: Use a new nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    60 N.m (6.1 kgf-m, 44.3 ft-lb)

    G12508661Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Connect the connector of oil level switch to the engine wiring harness, and install the clip (A) securing the harness.
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  13. Install the front exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO)>Front Exhaust Pipe>INSTALLATION .
  14. Install the under cover front - transmission. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>General Description>COMPONENT>FLOOR UNDER PROTECTOR .
  15. Install the under cover. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Front Under Cover>INSTALLATION .
  16. Lower the vehicle.
  17. Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>Air Intake Boot>INSTALLATION .
  18. Install the air intake duct (rear). Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>Air Intake Duct>INSTALLATION .
  19. Refill the engine oil. Ref. to LUBRICATION (H4DO)>Engine Oil>REPLACEMENT .
  20. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
  21. Install the V-belt cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

    G12508663Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  22. Change the installation position of the stay assembly - front hood from (B) to (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    20 N.m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)

    G12508664Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  23. Align the alignment marks (A), and install the striker - front hood to the hood COMPL - front.

    Tightening torque: 

    33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)

    G12508665Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  24. Install the bracket - grille UPR, and the grille assembly - front CTR. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Front Grille>INSTALLATION .
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