Cam Sprocket RH

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When replacing a single part, perform the work with the engine installed to body.

Intake cam sprocket RH
1. Remove the chain cover. < refer to REMOVAL , Chain Cover >
2. Remove the timing chain RH. < refer to TIMING CHAIN RH , INSTALLATION, Timing Chain Assembly >
3. Hold the intake cam sprocket RH using the ST1 and ST2, and remove the bolts using the ST3.
  ST1 18355AA000 PULLEY WRENCH
  
  ST2 18334AA030 PULLEY WRENCH PIN SET
  
  ST3 18270KA010 SOCKET
  
  Fig 1: Removing Intake Cam Sprocket RH Bolts
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
4. Remove the intake cam sprocket RH.
Exhaust cam sprocket RH
1. Remove the chain cover. < refer to REMOVAL , Chain Cover >
2. Remove the timing chain RH. < refer to TIMING CHAIN RH , REMOVAL, Timing Chain Assembly >
3. Hold the exhaust cam sprocket RH by inserting the 6 mm (0.236 in) dia. steel rod into the exhaust cam sprocket RH hole as shown in the figure, and remove the bolts using the ST.
  ST 18270KA010 SOCKET
  
  Fig 2: Inserting Steel Rod Into Exhaust Cam Sprocket RH Hole
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
4. Remove the exhaust cam sprocket RH.