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Non-Turbo Model

  1. Install the water pump onto cylinder block (LH).
    NOTE:
    • Always use new gasket.
    • When installing the water pump, tighten the bolts in two stages in alphabetical sequence as shown in figure.

    Tightening torque: 

    First: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb) 

    Second: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Water Pump Bolts Loosening Sequence In Alphabetical Order
    G04997724Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the hose to water pump.
  3. Install the tensioner bracket.

    Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Identifying Tensioner Bracket
    G04997828Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the belt cover No. 2 (LH).

    Tightening torque: 5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.6 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Identifying Belt Cover No. 2 (LH) Bolts
    G04997827Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the cam sprocket (LH) using ST.

    ST 18231AA010 CAM SPROCKET WRENCH

    NOTE: CAMSHAFT SPROCKET WRENCH (499207100) can also be used.

    Tightening torque: 78 N.m (8.0 kgf-m, 57.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Removing Camshaft Sprocket By Using Special Tool
    G04997826Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the belt idler No. 2.

    Tightening torque: 39 N.m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 5: Identifying Belt Idler No. 2
    G04997825Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the automatic belt tension adjuster which has tension rod held by pin. <Ref. to AUTOMATIC BELT TENSION ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY AND BELT IDLER , INSTALLATION, Timing Belt.>
  8. Install the timing belt. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Timing Belt.>
  9. Install the crank pulley. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Crank Pulley.>
  10. Install the V-belts. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , V-belt.>
  11. Install the radiator. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , RADIATOR.>