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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Drive Belt Data -> Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2003-04
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove cylinder pin, Fig. .
  • Push piston inward, then remove snap ring.
  • Apply pressure to piston assembly while Inserting a small screwdriver into window of piston retainer and raise piston retainer latch, Fig. .
  • Remove primary and secondary piston assemblies. Do not disassemble pistons. if disassembled, the spring settings will change.
  • Inspect master cylinder inside diameter to piston clearance, Service limit is not to exceed .043 inch.
  • Clean all components with clean brake fluid,...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1994-04 Except 2004 Impreza WRX STi -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS

Front

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Unstake hub nut using suitable tool.
  • Remove driveshaft locknut from front hub while depressing brake pedal. Remove wheel before loosening axle nut.
  • Remove stabilizer link from front arm.
  • Remove brake caliper bolts and support caliper to strut housing using mechanics wire.
  • Remove disc brake rotor. If brake rotor is difficult to remove, drive 8mm bolt into threaded end of rotor, then remove the rotor. Reference mark surface of h...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  • Disconnect connector and terminal from alternator.
  • Remove V-belt cover.
  • Remov...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 2003-07 Forester
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 7,500 miles.

  • Remove nine the glove compartment retaining screws, the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the cab...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Subaru -> All Wheel Drive (AWD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS

The AWD warning lamp, will illuminate for a few seconds when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check. The lamp should go off when the engine is started. The lamp will illuminate when AWD is disen...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at cylinder head.
  • Remove hose from cylinder head.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedur...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS

  • Remove drive belt cover. Wipe off any oil or water on belt and pulley.
  • Loosen lockbolt on slider bolt.
  • Loosen slider bolt.
  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Sensor Locations Diagram for 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GASSensor Locations Diagram for 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • Dropping Resistor
  • ATF Temperature Sensor
  • Underhood Component Locations Diagram for 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GASUnderhood Component Locations Diagram for 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Low Clutch Timing Solenoid
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Air Bag Control Module
  • Diagnosis Connector
  • Air Bag Warning Light
  • 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio Illumination Light
  • Engine Control Module
  • Lighting Switch
  • Parking Switch
  • Cigarette Lighter Illumination Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION
    Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Turbocharger Mesh Filter Screen
    Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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