SUBARU FORESTER 2004 Service Repair Manual

FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. G8080GE7
2004 FORESTER SERVICE MANUAL QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
BODY SECTION
This service manual has been prepared
to provide SUBARU service personnel
with the necessary information and data
for the correct maintenance and repair
of SUBARU vehicles.
This manual includes the procedures
for maintenance, disassembling, reas-
sembling, inspection and adjustment of
components and diagnostics for guid-
ance of experienced mechanics.
Please peruse and utilize this manual
fully to ensure complete repair work for
satisfying our customers by keeping
their vehicle in optimum condition.
When replacement of parts during
repair work is needed, be sure to use
SUBARU genuine parts.
All information, illustration and specifi-
cations contained in this manual are
based on the latest product information
available at the time of publication
approval.HVAC SYSTEM
(HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)AC
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)
(DIAGNOSTIC)AC
AIRBAG SYSTEM AB
AIRBAG SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTIC) AB
SEAT BELT SYSTEM SB
LIGHTING SYSTEM LI
WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM WW
ENTERTAINMENT ET
COMMUNICATION SYSTEM COM
GLASS/WINDOW/MIRROR GW
BODY STRUCTURE BS
INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO IDI
SEAT SE
SECURITY AND LOCK SL
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP
(SUNROOF)SR
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM EI
EXTERIOR BODY PANEL EB

2004 FORESTER SERVICE MANUAL QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
BODY SECTION
G8080GE7
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM CC
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
(DIAGNOSTIC)CC(H4SO)
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
(DIAGNOSTIC)CC(H4DOTC)
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
(DIAGNOSTIC)CC(H4DOTC 2.5)
IMMOBILIZER (DIAGNOSTIC) IM

HVAC SYSTEM
(HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
AC
Page
1. General Description ....................................................................................2
2. Refrigerant Pressure with Manifold Gauge Set .........................................25
3. Refrigerant Recovery Procedure...............................................................26
4. Refrigerant Charging Procedure ...............................................................27
5. Refrigerant Leak Check ............................................................................30
6. Compressor Oil .........................................................................................31
7. Blower Motor Unit Assembly .....................................................................32
8. Blower Resistor (Manual A/C Model) ........................................................33
9. Heater Core...............................................................................................34
10. Control Unit ...............................................................................................35
11. Compressor...............................................................................................36
12. Condenser.................................................................................................37
13. Condenser (Sub Fan)................................................................................38
14. Heater Cooling Unit ...................................................................................39
15. Evaporator.................................................................................................40
16. Hose and Tube..........................................................................................41
17. Relay and Fuse .........................................................................................42
18. Pressure Switch (Triple Pressure Switch) .................................................43
19. Ambient Sensor (Auto A/C Model) ............................................................44
20. Sunload Sensor (Auto A/C Model) ............................................................45
21. Air Vent Grille ............................................................................................46
22. Heater Duct ...............................................................................................47
23. Heater Vent Duct.......................................................................................48
24. Heater Cock Solenoid Valve .....................................................................49
25. General Diagnostics ..................................................................................50

AC-2
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
1. General Description
A: SPECIFICATION
1. HEATER SYSTEM
2. A/C SYSTEM
 AUTO A/C MODEL
Item Specifications Condition
Heating capacity5.0 kW (4,300 kcal/h,
17,062 BTU/h) or more• Mode selector switch: HEAT
• Temperature control switch: FULL HOT
• Temperature difference between hot water
and inlet air: 65°C (149°F)
• Hot water flow rate: 3602 (95.1 US gal, 79.2
Imp gal)/h
Air flow rate
280 m
3 (9,888 cu ft)/hHeat mode (FRESH), FULL HOT at 12.5 V
Max air flow rate
480 m
3 (16,951 cu ft)/h• Temperature control switch: FULL COLD
• Blower fan speed: 4th position
• Mode selector lever: RECIRC
Heater core size
(height×length×width)134.1×224.3×32 mm
(5.28×8.83×1.26 in)—
Blower motorTy p eAuto A/C (Brushless motor)
230 W or less12.5 V
Manual A/C (Cylinder motor)
260 W or less12.5 V
Fan type and size
(diameter×width)Sirocco fan type
150×75 mm (5.91×2.95 in)—
Item Specifications
Type of air conditioner Reheat air-mix type
Cooling capacity5.1 kW
(4,386 kcal/h, 17,403 BTU/h)
RefrigerantHFC-134a (CH
2FCF3)
[0.6±0.05 kg (1.32±0.11 lb)]
CompressorType Vane rotary, fix volume (DKV-14G)
Discharge
140 cm
3 (8.54 cu in)/rev
Max. permissible speed 7,000 rpm
Magnet clutchType Dry, single-disc type
Power consumption 38 W (DC 12 V-25°C)
Type of belt V-belt 4 PK
Pulley dia. (effective dia.) 125 mm (4.92 in)
Pulley ratio 1.064
CondenserType Corrugated fin (Sub cool type)
Core face area
0.234 m
2 (2.52 sq ft)
Core thickness 16 mm (0.63 in)
Radiation area
5.6 m
2 (62.28 sq ft)
Receiver drier Effective inner capacity
220 cm
3 (13.42 cu in)
Expansion valve Type External equalizing
EvaporatorType Single tank
Dimensions (W×H×T)176.5×266×60 mm
(6.95×10.47×2.36 in)
Blower fanFan type Sirocco fan
Outer diameter×width 150×75 mm (5.91×2.95 in)
Power consumption 230 W or less at 12.5 V

AC-3
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
 MANUAL A/C MODEL
Condenser fan (Sub fan)Motor type Magnet
Power consumption2.5 L turbo model and turbo AT model for EC and
EK:
120 W at 12 V
Other model than above:
70 W at 12 V
Fan outer diameter 320 mm (12.6 in)
Radiator fan (Main fan)Motor type Magnet
Power consumption2.5 L turbo model and turbo AT model for EC and
EK:
120 W at 12 V
Other model than above:
70 W at 12 V
Fan outer diameter 320 mm (12.6 in)
Idling speed (A/C ON) MPFI model 800±100 rpm
Triple switch
(Pressure switch)Low-pressure switch
operating pressureON → OFF177±25 kPa
(1.80±0.25 kg/cm
2, 25.60±3.56 psi)
OFF → ON206±30 kPa
(2.10±0.31 kg/cm
2, 29.86±4.41 psi)
High-pressure switch
operating pressureON → OFF2,940±200 kPa
(29.98±2.03 kg/cm
2, 426.32±28.87 psi)
OFF → ON590±200 kPa
(6.02±2.03 kg/cm
2, 85.6±28.87 psi)
Middle pressure switch
operating pressureON → OFF1370±120 kPa
(13.97±1.22 kg/cm
2, 198.65±17.35 psi)
OFF → ON1,770±100 kPa
(18.05±1.02 kg/cm
2, 256.81±14.50 psi)
Thermo control amplifier working temperature
(Evaporator outlet air)
Item Specifications
Type of air conditioner Reheat air-mix type
Cooling capacity 5.1 kW (4,386 kcal/h, 17,403 BTU/h)
RefrigerantHFC-134a (CH
2FCF3)
[600±50 g (1.32±0.11 lb)]
CompressorType Vane rotary, fix volume (DKV-14G)
Discharge
140 cm
3 (8.54 cu in)/rev
Max. permissible speed 7,000 rpm
Magnet clutchType Dry, single-disc type
Power consumption 38 W (DC12 V — 25°C)
Type of belt V-belt 4 PK
Pulley dia. (effective dia.) 125 mm (4.92 in)
Pulley ratio 1.064 Item Specifications
AC-00082
OFFON
3.0
0.3

AC-4
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
CondenserType Corrugated fin (Sub cool type)
Core face area
0.234 m
2 (2.52 sq ft)
Core thickness 16 mm (0.63 in)
Radiation area
5.6 m
2 (6.26 sq ft)
Receiver drier Effective inner capacity
220 cm
3 (13.42 cu in)
Expansion valve Type External equalizing
EvaporatorType Single tank
Dimensions (W×H×T)176.5×266×60 mm
(6.95×10.47×2.36 in)
Blower fanFan type Sirocco fan
Outer diameter×width 150×75 mm (5.91×2.95 in)
Power consumption 260 W or less at 12.5 V
Condenser fan (Sub fan)Motor type Magnet
Power consumption2.5 L turbo model and turbo AT model for EC and
EK:
120 W at 12 V
Other model than above:
70 W at 12 V
Fan outer diameter 320 mm (12.6 in)
Radiator fan (Main fan)Motor type Magnet
Power consumption2.5 L turbo model and turbo AT model for EC and
EK:
120 W at 12 V
Other model than above:
70 W at 12 V
Fan outer diameter 320 mm (12.6 in)
Idling speed (A/C ON) MPFI model 800±100 rpm
Triple switch
(Pressure switch)Low-pressure switch
operating pressureON → OFF177±25 kPa
(1.80±0.25 kg/cm
2, 25.60±3.56 psi)
OFF → ON206±30 kPa
(2.10±0.31 kg/cm
2, 29.86±4.41 psi)
High-pressure switch
operating pressureON → OFF2,940±200 kPa
(29.98±2.03 kg/cm
2, 426.32±28.87 psi)
OFF → ON590±200 kPa
(6.02±2.03 kg/cm
2, 85.6±28.87 psi)
Middle pressure switch
operating pressureON → OFF1,370±120 kPa
(13.97±1.22 kg/cm
2, 198.65±17.35 psi)
OFF → ON1,770±100 kPa
(18.05±1.02 kg/cm
2, 256.81±14.50 psi)
Thermo control amplifier working temperature
(Evaporator outlet air)Item Specifications
AC-00082
OFFON
3.0
0.3

AC-5
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
B: COMPONENT
1. HEATER COOLING UNIT
 LHD MODEL WITH AUTO A/C
(1) Evaporator cover (10) Heater core (19) O-ring
(2) Mode actuator (11) Drain hose (20) Expansion valve
(3) Mode main lever (12) Mix actuator (21) Evaporator
(4) Vent door lever (13) Mix door lever (22) Evaporator lining
(5) Foot door lever (14) Foot door lever (B) (23) Evaporator sensor
(6) Mode actuator link (15) Upper case
(7) Defroster lever (16) AspiratorTightening torque: N·m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
(8) Foot duct (17) PackingT: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
(9) Lower case (18) Cooling unit pipe
AC-00358
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(9)
(8)
(10)
(18)
(12)(13)
(3)
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(6)(7)
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(21)(19)
(20) (19)(22)
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AC-6
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
 RHD MODEL WITH AUTO A/C
(1) Evaporator cover (10) Heater core (19) Cooling unit pipe
(2) Mode actuator (11) Drain hose (20) O-ring
(3) Mode main lever (12) Mix actuator (21) Expansion valve
(4) Vent door lever (13) Mix door lever (22) Evaporator
(5) Foot door lever (A) (14) Foot door lever (B) (23) Evaporator lining
(6) Mode actuator link (15) Upper case (24) Evaporator sensor
(7) Defroster lever (16) Aspirator hose
(8) Foot duct (17) AspiratorTightening torque: N·m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
(9) Lower case (18) PackingT: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
AC-00001
(1)
(9)
(8)
(10)
(11)
(16) (19)
(12)(13)(3)
(4)(5)
(2)
(6)(7)
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AC-7
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
 LHD MODEL WITH MANUAL A/C
(1) Evaporator cover (9) Heater core (17) Expansion valve
(2) Mode main lever (10) Drain hose (18) Evaporator
(3) Vent door lever (11) Mix actuator lever (19) Evaporator lining
(4) Foot door lever (12) Foot door lever (20) Evaporator sensor
(5) Mode actuator link (13) Upper case
(6) Defroster lever (14) PackingTightening torque: N·m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
(7) Foot duct (15) Cooling unit pipeT: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
(8) Lower case (16) O-ring
AC-00359
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(8)
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(9)
(15)
(11)
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(18)(16)
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(12)(13)
T
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(10)

AC-8
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
General Description
 RHD MODEL WITH MANUAL A/C
(1) Evaporator cover (10) Heater core (19) Expansion valve
(2) Side rod (11) Drain hose (20) Evaporator
(3) Mode actuator lever (12) Mix actuator rod (21) Evaporator lining
(4) Vent door lever (13) Mix actuator lever (22) Evaporator sensor
(5) Foot door lever (14) Foot door lever
(6) Mode actuator link (15) Upper caseTightening torque: N·m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
(7) Defroster lever (16) PackingT: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
(8) Foot duct (17) Cooling unit pipe
(9) Lower case (18) O-ring
AC-00084
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(10)
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