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Turbo Model

  1. Remove the collector cover.
  2. Remove the air intake duct (Rear). < Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct. >
  3. Remove the collector cover bracket.
    Fig 1: Locating Collector Cover Bracket Mounting Bolts
    G07664574Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Loosen the bolt (A).
  5. Loosen the slider bolt (B).
  6. Remove the front side belt (C).
    Fig 2: Slider Bolt, Bolt And Front Side Belt
    G07664575Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the front side belt (C), and adjust the slider bolt (B) so as to obtain the specified belt tension. < Ref. to INSPECTION , V-belt. >
  8. Tighten the bolt (A).
  9. Tighten the slider bolt (B).

    Tightening torque: 

    Bolt (A) 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) 

    Slider bolt (B) 

    8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Slider Bolt, Bolt And Front Side Belt
    G07664576Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Install the collector cover bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 8.5 N.m (0.9 kgf-m, 6.3 ft-lb) 

    T2: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Collector Cover Bracket With Mounting Bolts
    G07664577Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Install the air intake duct (rear). < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Duct. >
  12. Install the collector cover.
  13. Start and run the engine for approximately five minutes to allow the V-belt to become fitted. (When using the gauge)
  14. Stop the engine, check the belt tension and adjust as necessary. (When using the gauge)
  15. Start and run the engine for approximately one minute to allow the V-belt to become fitted. (When using the gauge)
  16. Stop the engine and check that the belt tension is within the specification. (When using the gauge)
  17. Adjust until the specified belt tension is obtained. (When using the gauge)
    • REAR SIDE BELT (FOR A/C) 
      CAUTION:
      • Do not re-use the rear side belt.
      • Be careful not to let oil, grease or coolant contact a new rear side belt.
      • Be careful not to rub the belt end surface with bare hands; exposed core may cause injury.
      • To install the rear side belt, always use the provided tools (belt stopper, belt guide, belt guide holder, and bolt).
    1. Remove the front side belts.
    2. Cut the rear side belt.
    3. Install a new belt using an installation jig. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , V-belt. >
    4. Install the front side belt.

      < Ref. to FRONT SIDE BELT , INSTALLATION, V-belt. >

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