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H4DO Model

CAUTION:
  • When raising the transmission jack, make sure that the tie-rod end and the drive shaft boot do not interfere. The drive shaft boot may be damaged.
  • For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts.
  • Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.
  • Install the stabilizer clamp with the arrow mark facing the front of the vehicle.
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  1. Install the crossmember COMPL front.
    NOTE:
    • Check the crossmember for damage or cracks, and correct or replace if defective.
    • Since the crossmember is heavy, make sure that it is firmly supported so that it is level.
    1. Install the bolts which secure the crossmember COMPL front to the body.

      Tightening torque: 

      Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description" for the tightening torque. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>COMPONENT>FRONT SUSPENSION .

  2. Lower the engine and remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
  3. Remove the bolt and hanger of the ST that is installed to the engine unit.
  4. Install the engine mounting and the crossmember COMPL front with new nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    Engine mounting - crossmember COMPL front: 90 N.m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.4 ft-lb)

  5. Install the pitching stopper. Ref. to PITCHING STOPPER .
  6. Install the steering gearbox assembly and stiffener to the crossmember COMPL front.

    Tightening torque: 

    Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description" for the tightening torque. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>COMPONENT>FRONT SUSPENSION .

  7. Install the universal joint assembly steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>UNIVERSAL JOINT>INSTALLATION .
  8. Install the arm COMPL front. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>FRONT ARM>INSTALLATION .
  9. Connect the tie-rod ends. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>TIE-ROD END>INSTALLATION .
  10. Install the stabilizer. Ref. to STABILIZER .
  11. Install the front exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO)>FRONT EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the crossmember support front and the crossmember support rear. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>CROSSMEMBER SUPPORT>INSTALLATION .
  13. Install the under cover front. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>FRONT UNDER COVER>INSTALLATION .
  14. Install the front wheels. Ref. to WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM>TIRE AND WHEEL>INSTALLATION .
  15. Connect the power steering harness connector and install the harness clamp.
  16. Install the air cleaner case. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>AIR CLEANER CASE>INSTALLATION .
  17. Install the air intake boot.
  18. Install the striker assembly front hood. Ref. to EXTERIOR BODY PANELS>FRONT HOOD>ASSEMBLY .
  19. Install the V-belt cover.

    Tightening torque: 

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

  20. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  21. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
  22. Perform the following adjustments using Subaru Select Monitor.
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