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Engine Assembly: Installation

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  1. Install the engine mounting onto the engine.

    Tightening torque: 

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

  2. Apply a small amount of grease to splines of main shaft. (MT model)

    Grease: 

    NICHIMOLY N-130 or equivalent

  3. Position the engine in engine compartment and align it with transmission.
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage adjacent parts or body panels with crank pulley, oil level gauge, etc.
  4. Install the bolts which hold upper side of transmission to engine.

    Tightening torque: 

    50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

    • CVT model
      Fig 1: Locating Bolts (CVT Model)
      G08316854Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • MT model
      Fig 2: Locating Bolts (MT Model)
      G08316855Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
    Fig 3: Supporting Engine With Lifting Device And Wire Ropes
    G08316851Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the garage jack.
  7. Install the transmission harness stay. (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 4: Locating Transmission Harness Stay Bolt (CVT Model)
    G09475907Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the transmission case cover. (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 5: Locating Transmission Case Cover Bolts (CVT Model)
    G09475906Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. 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)

    Fig 6: Installing Pitching Stopper
    G09475923Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Connect the transmission radio ground terminal (C) to the vehicle body, and connect the bulkhead harness connector to the transmission harness connector (A) and the inhibitor harness connector (B). (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 7: Connecting Bulkhead Harness Connector To Transmission Harness Connector And Inhibitor Harness Connector
    G11263711Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Remove the ST from torque converter clutch case. (CVT model)
    NOTE: Be careful not to drop the ST into the torque converter clutch case when removing the ST.

    ST 498277200 STOPPER SET 

    Fig 8: Removing ST From Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G08316853Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Install the torque converter clutch to drive plate. (CVT model)
    1. Insert the wrench into the crank pulley bolt and rotate the crank pulley to install the bolts which hold torque converter clutch to drive plate.
      NOTE: Be careful not to drop bolts into the torque converter clutch case.

      Tightening torque: 

      25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

      Fig 9: Locating Torque Converter Clutch To Drive Plate Bolt
      G11263710Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Fit the plug to service hole.
  13. Install the starter. Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS(H4DO)>Starter>INSTALLATION .
  14. Lift up the vehicle.
  15. Install the bolts and nuts which hold lower side of the transmission to engine.

    Tightening torque: 

    50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

    • CVT model
      Fig 10: Locating Bolts And Nuts (CVT Model)
      G08316839Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • MT model
    Fig 11: Locating Bolts And Nuts (MT Model)
    G08316840Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  16. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the front crossmember. (CVT 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)

    Fig 12: Locating Engine Mounting To Front Crossmember Nuts
    G11263734Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  17. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the crossmember. (MT model)
    NOTE: Use a new nut.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 13: Locating Engine Mounting To Crossmember Nuts
    G11263709Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  18. Connect the ground cable.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

    Fig 14: Locating Ground Cable
    G11263705Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  19. Install the under cover front - transmission. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>General Description>COMPONENT>FLOOR UNDER PROTECTOR .
  20. Install the front exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST(H4DO)>Front Exhaust Pipe>INSTALLATION .
  21. Lower the vehicle.
  22. Install the CVTF cooler (with warmer feature) to the transmission. (CVT model)

    Tightening torque: 

    23 N.m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 ft-lb)

    Fig 15: Locating CVTF Cooler (With Warmer Feature) To Transmission Bolts
    G11263704Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  23. Connect the water hose to the CVTF cooler (with warmer feature). (CVT model)
    Fig 16: Locating Water Hose To CVTF Cooler (With Warmer Feature)
    G11263738Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  24. Connect the fuel delivery tube and evaporation hose.
    1. Connect the evaporation hose to fuel pipe assembly.
      Fig 17: Locating Evaporation Hose To Fuel Pipe Assembly
      G11263301Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Connect the quick connector on the fuel delivery tube to the fuel pipe assembly, and fix the fuel delivery tube using clip (A).
      CAUTION:
      • Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick connector. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
      • When connecting the quick connector, make sure to insert it all the way in before locking the slider.
      • When it is difficult to lock the slider, check that the connector is fully inserted.
      • After locking the slider, check that the quick connector is securely connected.
      NOTE: Connect the quick connector as shown in the figure.
      Fig 18: Connecting Quick Connector
      G11263740Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      Fig 19: Locating Quick Connector
      G11263300Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  25. Connect the following hoses.
    1. Heater inlet hose and heater outlet hose
      NOTE: Be careful not to mix up the heater inlet hose and the heater outlet hose when connecting them.
      Fig 20: Connecting Heater Inlet Hose And Heater Outlet Hose
      G11263742Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Brake booster vacuum hose
  26. Connect the A/C pressure hose to A/C compressor. Ref. to HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)>Hose and Pipe>INSTALLATION .
  27. Place the generator code and install the generator cord to the clip (D) and clip (E).
  28. Connect the connector (A) and terminal (B) to the generator, and connect the connector (C) to the A/C compressor.

    Tightening torque: 

    15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)

    Fig 21: Connecting Connector And Terminal To Generator
    G11263701Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  29. Install the generator cord stay A to the chain cover.
    NOTE: Install the generator cord stay so that the folded end (a) touches the chain cover boss.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 22: Locating Generator Cord Stay Bolt
    G11263744Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  30. Connect the engine harness connector.
    1. Connect the bulkhead harness connector to the engine harness connector (black) and engine harness connector (brown).
      Fig 23: Locating Bulkhead Harness Connector To Engine Harness Connector (Black) And (Brown)
      G10315796Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the bolt which secures the bulkhead harness connector bracket.

      Tightening torque: 

      7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

      Fig 24: Locating Bulkhead Harness Connector Bracket Bolt
      G10315795Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  31. Install the radiator. Ref. to COOLING(H4DO)>Radiator>INSTALLATION .
  32. Install the air cleaner case (rear) together with the air cleaner element. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>Air Cleaner Case>INSTALLATION .
  33. Secure the bulkhead wiring harness with clip (B) and connect the connector (A) to the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor.
    Fig 25: Connecting Connector To Mass Air Flow And Intake Air Temperature Sensor
    G11263315Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  34. Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>Air Intake Boot>INSTALLATION .
  35. Install the air intake duct. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>Air Intake Duct>INSTALLATION .
  36. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
  37. Charge the A/C system with refrigerant. Ref. to HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)>Refrigerant Charging Procedure>PROCEDURE .
  38. Fill engine coolant. Ref. to COOLING(H4DO)>Engine Coolant>REPLACEMENT>FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT .
  39. Install the V-belt cover.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 26: Locating V-Belt Cover Bolt
    G11263695Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  40. Change the installation position of the front hood damper from (B) to (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 27: Identifying Front Hood Damper Installation Position
    G11263749Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  41. Align the alignment marks (A), and install the front hood striker to the front hood.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 28: Locating Front Hood Striker Bolts
    G11263750Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  42. Install the bracket - grille UPR, and the grille assembly - front CTR. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Front Grille>INSTALLATION .
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