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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.

    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) 

    Fig 1: Locating Upper Side Transmission To Engine Mounting Bolts
    G05335715Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
    Fig 2: Supporting Engine Using Lifting Device And Wire Ropes
    G04997613Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the garage jack.
  7. 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 3: Installing Pitching Stopper
    G08540282Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the starter. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Starter. >
  9. Install the power steering pump.
    1. Install the power steering pump onto the engine.

      Tightening torque: 

      Refer to "COMPONENT" of "Power Steering" for the tightening torque. < Refer to  COMPONENT  , General Description. > 

      Fig 4: Removing/Installing Power Steering Pump
      G05955114Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Connect the connector to the power steering pump switch.
      Fig 5: Locating Power Steering Pump Switch Connector
      G08538645Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install the front side belt. < Refer to FRONT SIDE BELT , INSTALLATION, V-belt. >
  10. Lift up the vehicle.
  11. 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) 

    Fig 6: Locating Transmission To Engine Holding Bolts And Nuts
    G05002964Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the crossmember.
    NOTE: Make sure that the engine mounting nuts (A) and locator (B) are securely installed.

    Tightening torque: 

    45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 7: Identifying Engine Mounting Nuts And Locator
    G05955136Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Connect the ground cable.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 8: Disconnecting Ground Cable
    G05955115Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  14. Install the joint pipe and front exhaust pipe. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe. > < Refer to REMOVAL , Joint Pipe. >
  15. Install the turbocharger. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Turbocharger. >
  16. Install the center exhaust pipe. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe. >
  17. Connect the following hoses.
    1. Fuel delivery hose, fuel return hose and evaporation hose
    2. Heater inlet hose and heater outlet hose
    3. Brake booster vacuum hose
    4. A/C pressure hose < Refer to INSTALLATION , Hose and Pipe. >
  18. Secure the generator cord using the clip (B) and connect the connector (A) to A/C compressor.
    Fig 9: Identifying A/C Compressor Connector And Generator Cord Clip
    G08540263Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  19. Connect the following connectors and terminals.
    1. Generator connector and terminal

      Tightening torque: 

      15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb) 

    2. Secondary air pump connector
  20. Install the engine harness connector to engine harness bracket, then connect the bulkhead harness connector to the engine harness connector.
    Fig 10: Locating Bulkhead Harness Connector
    G08539771Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  21. Install the intercooler. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Intercooler. >
  22. Install the radiator. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Radiator. >
  23. Install the coolant filler tank. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Coolant Filler Tank. >
  24. Install the air cleaner case and air intake duct. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case. > < Refer to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Duct. >
  25. Install the battery. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Battery. >
  26. Fill engine coolant. < Refer to FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant. >
  27. Charge the A/C system with refrigerant. < Refer to PROCEDURE , Refrigerant Charging Procedure. >
  28. Install the V-belt cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb) 

    Fig 11: Locating V-Belt Cover Mounting Bolt
    G05660761Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  29. Change the bolt installation position from (B) to (A), then close the front hood.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 12: Identifying Front Hood Mounting Bolts
    G05660760Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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