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Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Other Subaru Forester SG

Specifications 5 illustrations ~180 words

ENGINE COMPRESSION

ApplicationSpecification
Compression Pressure (1)
2.0L (2)142-171 psi (10.0-12.0 kg/cm 2 )
2.5L (2)156-185 psi (11.0-13.0 kg/cm 2 )
3.0L (2)185-213 psi (13.0-15.0 kg/cm 2 )
(1) Maximum variation between cylinders is 7 psi (.5 kg/cm 2 ). (2) Engine cranking at 350 RPM with throttle open fully.
(1)Maximum variation between cylinders is 7 psi (.5 kg/cm 2 ).
(2)Engine cranking at 350 RPM with throttle open fully.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE CLEARANCE

Note. Inspection and adjustment of valve clearance should be performed while engine is cold.

ApplicationIn. (mm)
2.0L & 2.5L
Intake0.007-0.009 (0.18-0.22)
Exhaust0.010-0.011 (0.23-0.27)
3.0L
Intake0.006-0.010 (0.14-0.23)
Exhaust0.008-0.012 (0.20-0.30)

VALVE CLEARANCE

IGNITION COIL

Note. Ignition coil resistance is not measurable on Impreza 2.0L or Outback 3.0L. If vehicle does not start or ignition system failure is suspect, see BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article.

Application(1) Primary(2) Secondary
2.5L0.73 Ohms ± 10%12.8 k/Ohms ± 15%
(1) Checked between ignition coil and ignitor assembly connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2 and terminals No. 2 and No. 4. (Scheme 2) (2) Check between ignition coil secondary terminals A and B, and terminals C and D. (Scheme 3)
(1)Checked between ignition coil and ignitor assembly connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2 and terminals No. 2 and No. 4. (Scheme 2)
(2)Check between ignition coil secondary terminals A and B, and terminals C and D. (Scheme 3)

IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE

Scheme 2

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

Scheme 3

HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE

Note. Impreza 2.0L and Outback 3.0L use coil-on-plug system. No plug wires are used.

ApplicationOhms
No. 1 Spark Plug Cable5.6-10.6
No. 2 Spark Plug Cable7.3-13.7
No. 3 Spark Plug Cable5.9-11.1
No. 4 Spark Plug Cable7.3-13.7

HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE - 2.5L

SPARK PLUGS

ApplicationChampionNGK
2.0LN/APFR6G
2.5LRC10YC4BKR5E-11 Or BKR6E-11
3.0LN/APLFR6A-11

SPARK PLUG TYPE

ApplicationGap - In. (mm)(1) Torque - Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
2.0L0.028-0.031 (0.7-0.8)15 (21)
2.5L & 3.0L0.039-0.043 (1.0-1.1)15 (21)
(1) Torque should only be applied to new spark plugs without oil on the threads. In case threads are lubricated, torque should be reduced by approximately 1/3 of specified torque in order to avoid over stressing.
(1)Torque should only be applied to new spark plugs without oil on the threads. In case threads are lubricated, torque should be reduced by approximately 1/3 of specified torque in order to avoid over stressing.

SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS

Firing Order

ApplicationFiring Order
2.0L & 2.5L1, 3, 2, 4
3.0L1, 6, 3, 2, 5, 4

FIRING ORDER

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: 4-Cylinder Engine Configuration & Firing Order

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: 6-Cylinder Engine Configuration & Firing Order

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: Timing Marks (2.5L)

Timing Marks (2.0L & 3.0L)

Timing marks for 2.0L and 3.0L are not available from manufacturer.

IGNITION TIMING

Application(1) Auto. Trans.(1) Man. Trans.
2.0L12 @ 700 RPM12 @ 750 RPM
2.5L15 @ 700 RPM10 @ 650 RPM
3.0L (2)10 @ 600 RPM(3)
(1) To improve stability, timing is controlled while engine is idling. Timing range is plus or minus 8 degrees (3 degrees on 2.0L). (2) Timing must be checked using a scan tool. (3) Manual transmission is not available with 3.0L engine.
(1)To improve stability, timing is controlled while engine is idling. Timing range is plus or minus 8 degrees (3 degrees on 2.0L).
(2)Timing must be checked using a scan tool.
(3)Manual transmission is not available with 3.0L engine.

IGNITION TIMING (DEGREES BTDC @ IDLE)

FUEL PUMP

ApplicationVacuum Line Connected psi (kg/cm 2 )Vacuum Line Disconnected psi (kg/cm 2 )
All Models(1) 30-34 (206-235)(1) 41-46 (284-314)
(1) Fuel pressure readings will be 1-3 psi (0.1-0.2 kg/cm 2 ) higher at high altitudes.
(1)Fuel pressure readings will be 1-3 psi (0.1-0.2 kg/cm 2 ) higher at high altitudes.

FUEL PRESSURE AT IDLE

INJECTOR RESISTANCE

ApplicationOhms
All ModelsN/A

INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

IDLE SPEED

ApplicationRPM
2.0L
With A/C Off750 ± 100
With A/C On
A/T825 ± 150
M/T800 ± 150
2.5L
With A/C Off
A/T700 ± 100
M/T650 ± 100
With A/C On850 ± 100
3.0L
With A/C Off600 ± 50
With A/C On700 ± 50

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

FAST IDLE SPEED

Note. Fast idle speed is PCM controlled. Adjustment is not required.

THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR

Note. See ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article for Throttle Position (TP) sensor adjustment procedure.