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Fuel Filler Pipe: Installation

  1. Hold fuel filler flap open.
  2. Set fuel saucer (A) with rubber packing (C) and insert fuel filler pipe into hole from the inner side of apron.
    Fig 1: Inserting Fuel Filler With Rubber Packing
    G02877274Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Tighten bolt which holds fuel filler pipe on body.
    NOTE: If edges of rubber packing are folded toward the inside, straighten it with a screwdriver.
    Fig 2: Checking Rubber Packing
    G02877275Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Tighten bolt which holds fuel filler pipe on body.
    1. Tightening torque:  7.5 N.m (0.75 kgf-m, 5.4 ft-lb)
    Fig 3: Tightening Fuel Filler Pipe
    G02877276Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Insert evaporation hose approximately 25 to 30 mm (0.98 to 1.18 in) into the lower end of evaporation pipe and hold clip.
    Fig 4: Inserting Evaporation Hose Into Lower End Of Evaporation Pipe
    G02877277Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    1. L = 27.5 +/- 2.5 mm (1.083 +/- 0.098 in) 
    Fig 5: Identifying Dimensions Of Hose, Clip & Pipe
    G02877278Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Insert canister hoses approximately 25 to 30 mm (0.98 to 1.18 in) into the lower end of evaporation pipe assembly and tighten clamp.
    Fig 6: Inserting Canister Hoses Into Lower End Of Evaporation Pipe Assembly
    G02877279Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    1. L = 27.5 +/- 2.5 mm (1.08310.098 in) 
    Fig 7: Identifying Dimensions Of Hose, Clip & Pipe
    G02877280Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Tighten bolt which holds evaporation pipe assembly on body.
    1. Tightening torque:  7.5 N.m (0.75 kgf-m, 5.4 ft-lb)
    Fig 8: Tightening Evaporation Pipe Assembly On Body
    G02877281Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Insert air vent hose (A), evaporation hose (H) approximately 25 to 30 mm (0.98 to 1.18 in) into the lower end of evaporation pipe assembly and hold clip.
  9. Insert evaporation hose (I) to pressure control solenoid valve and hold clip.
    Fig 9: Inserting Evaporation Hose To Pressure Control Solenoid Valve
    G02877282Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    1. L = 27.5 +/- 2.5 mm (1.083 +/- 0.098 in) 
    Fig 10: Identifying Dimensions Of Hose, Clip & Pipe
    G02877283Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Tighten bolt which holds fuel filler pipe on body and tighten bolt which holds fuel pressure sensor on fuel filler pipe.
    1. Tightening torque:  7.5 N.m (0.75 kgf-m, 5.4 ft-lb)
  11. Insert fuel filler hose approximately 35 to 40 mm (1.38 to 1.57 in) over the lower end of fuel filler pipe and tighten clamp.
    Fig 11: Inserting Fuel Filler Hose Over Lower End Of Fuel Filler Pipe
    G02877284Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Jack-up the rear sub frame and tighten bolts which hold rear sub frame on body.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. T1: 66 N.m (6.7 kgf-m, 48.5 ft-lb) 
    2. T2: 172 N.m (17.5 kgf-m, 127 ft-lb) 
    Fig 12: Tightening Rear Sub Frame On Body
    G02877285Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Tighten bolt which holds rear shock absorber to rear suspension arm. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Shock Absorber.>
    1. Tightening torque:  157 N.m (16 kgf-m, 116 ft-lb)
    Fig 13: Installing Rear Shock Absorber
    G02877286Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  14. Install heat shield cover.
    Fig 14: Installing Heat Shield Cover
    G02877287Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  15. Install rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
    NOTE: To facilitate the procedure, apply a coat of SUBARU CRC to matching area of rubber cushions in advance.
    1. SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003) 
    1. Install left and right rubber cushions.
      Fig 15: Installing Rubber Cushions
      G02877288Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install front rubber cushion and attach muffler assembly.
      Fig 16: Installing Front Rubber Cushion & Attaching Muffler Assembly
      G02877289Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install rear exhaust pipe to center exhaust pipe.
      1. Tightening torque:  18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)
      Fig 17: Installing Rear Exhaust Pipe To Center Exhaust Pipe
      G02877290Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  16. Install fuel filler pipe protector
    Fig 18: Installing Fuel Filler Pipe Protector
    G02877291Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  17. Install rear right wheel.
    Fig 19: Installing Rear Right Wheel
    G02877292Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  18. Lower the vehicle.
  19. Tighten wheel nuts.
  20. Connect battery ground cable.
    Fig 20: Connecting Battery Ground Cable
    G02877293Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.