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Rocker Cover LH

  1. Install new spark plug pipe gaskets to the spark plug pipe.
    NOTE: Apply a light coat of engine oil to the spark plug pipe gaskets, and insert them onto the spark plug pipe edge (A).
    G13198841Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install new rocker cover gasket (ring type) to the cam carrier LH.
    G13198842Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install new rocker cover gasket LH to the rocker cover LH.
  4. Apply liquid gasket to the mating surface of rocker cover LH as shown in the figure.
    NOTE:
    • Before applying liquid gasket, degrease the old liquid gasket seal surface of the engine.
    • Be careful not to allow liquid gasket to be squeezed out from rocker cover LH.
    • Install within 5 min. after applying liquid gasket.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1217G (Part No. K0877Y0100), THREE BOND 1217H or equivalent

    Liquid gasket applying diameter: 

    4.5±1.5 mm (0.1772±0.0591 in)

    G13198843Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the rocker cover LH to the cam carrier LH.
    1. Set the rocker cover LH on the cam carrier LH, and fasten all bolts until their two full threads engage.
    2. Tighten all bolts with a torque of 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf.m, 4.7 ft-lb) in numerical order as shown in the figure.
    3. Tighten all bolts again with a torque of 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf.m, 4.7 ft-lb) in numerical order as shown in the figure.
      NOTE: This procedure is necessary to stabilize torque.
      Fig 1: Rocker Cover LH Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G13198844Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Connect the connector to the water pipe LH.
    G13198831Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the #2 ignition coil and the #4 ignition coil. Ref. to IGNITION (H4DOTC)>IGNITION COIL>INSTALLATION>LH SIDE .
  8. Install the side engine oil cooler pipe. Ref. to LUBRICATION (H4DOTC)>ENGINE OIL COOLER>INSTALLATION>SIDE ENGINE OIL COOLER PIPE .
  9. When working on the vehicle
    NOTE: When working on the vehicle, perform the following steps also.
    1. Support the engine with a lifting device and wire ropes.
      G08316851Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Lift the engine a little, and remove the ST.
      CAUTION: When lifting up the engine, pay attention to the clearance of each part and be careful not to lift the engine too much, in order to prevent damaging the vehicle.
      G13198829Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Lower the engine and remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
      G08316851Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Remove the ST1 and ST2 from the engine unit.
      G13198826Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    5. Install the pitching stopper. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>TRANSMISSION MOUNTING SYSTEM>INSTALLATION>PITCHING STOPPER .
    6. Lift up the vehicle.
    7. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the crossmember COMPL front.
      CAUTION: Be sure to use a new nut.
      NOTE: Make sure that locators (a) of the engine mounting are securely inserted.

      Tightening torque: 

      90 N.m (9.2 kgf.m, 66.4 ft-lb)

      G13198850Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    8. Install the center exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DOTC)>CENTER EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
    9. Lower the vehicle.
    10. Attach the bracket.

      Tightening torque: 

      7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 5.5 ft-lb)

    11. Secure the engine wiring harness (A) to the bracket, and secure the battery cable (B) in place.
      G13198851Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    12. Install the battery. Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DOTC)>BATTERY>INSTALLATION .
    13. Install the air intake duct. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DOTC)>AIR INTAKE DUCT>INSTALLATION .
    14. Install the V-belt cover.

      Tightening torque: 

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

      G13198725Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    15. Fill engine coolant. Ref. to COOLING (H4DOTC)>ENGINE COOLANT>REPLACEMENT>FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT .
    16. Set the panel COMPL front hood to the normal position. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>STAY ASSEMBLY FRONT HOOD .
    17. Install the striker assembly front hood. Ref. to EXTERIOR BODY PANELS>FRONT HOOD>ASSEMBLY .
    18. Close the panel COMPL front hood.
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