ECU SUBARU FORESTER 1999 Service Owner's Guide

10. DIAGNOSTIC ITEM 9
5F101 : CHECK SECURITY CONTROL
MODULE.
Check and ensure that security control module is
installed on the bracket.
:Is the security control module
securely installed?
: Go to step5F102.
: Securely install security control module.

5F102 : ADJUST SENSITIVITY.
1) Remove security control module. [W14A1].>
2) Adjust the sensitivity adjust screw in security
control module.
NOTE:
After adjusting, be sure to plug the adjust screw
hole.
B6M1389A
3) Install security control module. [W14A1].>
4) Perform impact sensitivity test.

:Is sensitivity adjustment possible?
: Impact sensitivity is normal.
: Replace security control module. to 6-2 [W14A1].>
11. DIAGNOSTIC ITEM 10
5F111 : CHECK PASSIVE ARM CIRCUIT.
1) Connect connector (B183) and (B184) at driver
side front lower pillar.
2) Disconnect connector from security control
module.
3) Measure resistance between security control
module (B93) and chassis ground.
Connector & terminal
(B93) No. 3 (+) Ð Chassis ground (þ):
B6M1013A
:Is the resistance less than 10W?
: Replace security control module. to 6-2 [W14A1].>
: Repair wiring harness between security
control module and chassis ground.
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6-2[T5F10]DIAGNOSTICS
5. Security System

1. Hood
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
NOTE:
The hood lock has a dual locking design which
consists of a main lock and a safety lock mecha-
nism. When the release knob located at the front
pillar on the driver's side is pulled back, the main
lock is released through the cable attached to the
knob.
The safety lock can be released by pushing the
lever protruding above the front grill while opening
the hood.
1. HOOD
1) Open front hood, and remove washer hose.
2) Remove attaching bolts.
G5M0137
3) Detach front hood from hinges.
4) Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Adjust buffer assembly on each end so that
main lock is applied securely when hood is
released from a height of approx. 20 mm (0.79
in).
NOTE:
Align the center of striker with lock during installa-
tion. Make sure safety lever is properly caught by
the striker under the hood's own weight.
G5M0141
2. HOOD LOCK
1) Open front hood and remove front grille. to 5-1 [W12A0].>
2) Remove bolts which secure lock assembly to
radiator panel, and remove lock assembly.
S5M0148
3) Disconnect release cable from lock assembly.
4) Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
IRoute hood lock release cable and hold with
clips.
IAfter installing release cable, ensure that it oper-
ates smoothly.
IApply grease to sliding surfaces of parts.
G5M0142
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1. Hood

15. Sunroof
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. GLASS LID
1) Completely close glass lid and open sunshade.
2) Detach the four covers (A) and then remove
eight nuts.
S5M0292A
3) Carefully remove glass lid.
4) Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. SUNROOF FRAME
1) Remove roof trim.
2) Remove glass lid.
3) Disconnect the four drain tubes (A) from sun-
roof frame.
4) Disconnect sunroof harness connector.
5) Remove installation bolts and nuts and then
detach sunroof frame.
S5M0293A
6) Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to snag the harness.
NOTE:
IMake sure to connect harness connector.IWhen installing drain tube, insert it securely into
drain pipe.
Length A:
15 mm (0.59 in) or more
G5M0205
B: ADJUSTMENT
1. ALIGNMENT OF HEIGHT BETWEEN
SUNROOF GLASS LID AND ROOF PANEL
Loosen sunroof glass lid installation nuts and then
adjust height by adding (max: two pieces) and
extracting (max: one piece) shim(s) (A) (standard:
one piece) between sunroof glass lid (B) and roof
panel (C).
Difference in height between sunroof glass lid
and roof panel:
0
±1.0 mm (0±0.039 in)
S5M0294B
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15. Sunroof

2. Door
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. DOOR ASSEMBLY
1) Remove front pillar lower trim [W5A1].> and disconnect connectors from body
harness.
B5M0726
2) Place a cloth or a wood block under door to
prevent damage, and support it with a jack.
3) Remove checker bolt.
Tightening torque:
32
±10 N´m (3.3±1.0 kg-m, 23.9±7.2 ft-lb)
S5M0183
4) Remove bolts (M8) securing upper and lower
hinges to door, and remove door from hinges.
Tightening torque:
25
±3 N´m (2.5±0.3 kg-m, 18.1±2.2 ft-lb)
5) Remove hinges by loosening hinges mounting
bolt (M8) off of body.
Tightening torque:
29
±5 N´m (3.0±0.5 kg-m, 21.7±3.6 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
Work carefully to avoid damaging door.
G5M0385
6) Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Apply grease to moving parts of door hinges.
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2. Door

4. CHECKER
1) Completely close door glass.
2) Remove trim panel.
3) Remove sealing cover.
4) Remove attaching bolt to body.
5) Loosen two nuts securing checker, and take out
checker through access hole in underside.
S5M0363A
6) Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
T1: 7.5
±2.0 N´m (0.75±0.2 kg-m, 5.4±1.4
ft-lb)
T2: 32
±10 N´m (3.3±1.0 kg-m, 23.9±7.2
ft-lb)
5. INNER REMOTE
1) Remove trim panel.
2) Remove sealing cover.
3) Disconnect joints of two rods.
4) Unlatch rod holder.
5) Remove inner remote assembly.
S5M0186
6) Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
If rear door is equipped with child safety lock,
check that child lock lever moves without dragging.
6. DOOR LATCH AND OUTER HANDLE
1) Completely close door glass.
2) Remove door trim panel.
3) Remove inner remote assembly.
4) Remove sealing cover around latch service
hole.
5) Remove latch and actuator assembly (A):
(1) Turn rod holder to disconnect joint between
key lock and rod.
(2) Turn rod holder to disconnect joint between
outer handle and rod.
(3) Turn rod holder to disconnect joint between
crank and rod.
(4) Loosen screws securing both latch and
actuator, then remove latch and actuator
assembly through service hole in bottom.
S5M0189A
(5) Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque (screw):
6.4
±2.0 N´m (0.65±0.2 kg-m, 4.7±1.4 ft-lb)
NOTE:
ICheck operation of each part.
ICheck each sliding part for proper lubrication.
CAUTION:
After installation, be sure lock mechanism
operates normally.
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2. Door

6) Remove outer handle (B):
(1) Remove trim panel.
(2) Remove sealing cover.
(3) Loosen bolts securing outer handle and
then remove outer handle from outside.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage door.
S5M0189A
(4) Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
7.4
±2.0 N´m (0.75±0.2 kg-m, 5.4±1.4 ft-lb)
7. KEY LOCK
1) Remove trim panel.
2) Remove sealing cover.
3) Completely close door glass.
4) Remove outer handle.
5) Loosen spring securing key lock.
6) Remove key lock from outer handle.
7) Install in the reverse order of removal.
8. GUSSET
1) Be sure window is all the way down.
2) Remove gusset cover.
3) Remove trim panel.
4) Remove door rearview mirror.
5) Remove outer weatherstrip.
6) Remove sealing cover.
NOTE:
Be careful not to drop nuts inside the door.7) Remove bolts and nuts which secure gusset.
Tightening torque: Bolt
13
±3 N´m (1.3±0.3 kg-m, 9.4±2.2 ft-lb)
Tightening torque: Nut
7.4
±2.0 N´m (0.75±0.2 kg-m, 5.4±1.4 ft-lb)
S5M0190
8) Lift out gusset.
9) Install in the reverse order of removal.
B: ADJUSTMENT
1. DOOR ASSEMBLY
1) Using ST, loosen bolts securing upper and
lower hinges to body, and adjust fore-and-aft and
vertical alignment of door.
ST 925610000 DOOR HINGE WRENCH
B5M0933A
2) Loosen screw one complete rotation, and
adjust opening/closing direction of door using a
hammer covered with a cloth.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage striker.
Hinge tightening torque (body side):
29
±5 N´m (3.0±0.5 kg-m, 21.7±3.6 ft-lb)
Striker tightening torque:
18
±4 N´m (1.8±0.4 kg-m, 13.0±2.9 ft-lb)
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[W2B1]5-2SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Door

IDoor glass fit adjustment
Before adjusting door glass alignment, ensure
adjusting bolts for stabilizers, upper stoppers and
sashes are loose and glass is raised so that it is in
contact with upper and side weatherstrip.
1) Temporarily tighten one of the two rear sash
adjusting bolts, at midpoint of oblong hole on inner
panel.
2) Temporarily tighten regulator B channel at a
position slightly lower than midpoint of oblong hole
on inner panel.
3) Lower door glass 10 to 15 mm (0.39 to 0.59 in)
from fully closed position. While applying outward
pressure (load) to upper edge of glass above mid-
point of two outer stabilizers, push in inner stabi-
lizer to glass with 10±5 N (1.0±0.5 kg, 2.2±1.1 lb)
force, then secure it.
Load: F
Front door glass 44.1
±4.9 N (4.5±0.5 kg,
9.9
±1.1 lb)
Rear door glass 44.1
±4.9 N (4.5±0.5 kg,
9.9
±1.1 lb)
G5M0421
IRemedy for unequal dimensions,
between upper, lower and center pillar
sides
1) Close front door and raise door glass.
2) Check for unequal dimensions.
G5M0639
3) If glass tilts too far rearward, loosen adjusting
nut (3) (A) and adjust glass to be parallel with cen-
ter pillar, then after adjustment, tighten adjusting
nut (3).
Tightening torque:
7.4
±2.0 N´m (0.75±0.2 kg-m, 5.4±1.4 ft-lb)
S5M0197B
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2. Door

NOTE:
Always adjust the two rear sash adjusting bolts (2)
by the same amount. Do not adjust the adjusting
bolts with the sash bracket inclined toward the
inner panel, as this increases effort required to
operate the regulator.
S5M0201A
2) Adjust the front sash fit using the rear sash
adjustment procedure outlined in the former proce-
dure as a guide. The two adjusting bolts must be
adjusted by the same amount.
NOTE:
IFront and rear sash adjustment procedures are
basically the same; however, the amount of adjust-
ment is not always the same due to alignment dis-
persion of individual doors.
IAdjust front and rear sash fit, as equally as pos-
sible. Otherwise, effort required to operate regula-
tor may increase.
3) After adjusting front sash-to-glass fit, secure
front sash.
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2. Door

5. Windshield
A: REMOVAL
1. USING WINDSHIELD KNIFE
The following procedure for the front windshield
can also be applied to other window glass.
1) Remove wiper arm and cowl panel.
2) Remove front side molding and upper front
molding.
3) Remove glass:
(1) Put protective tape on body to prevent dam-
age.
(2) Apply soapy water to the surface of the
adhesive agent so the knife blade slides
smoothly.
(3) Cut off excess adhesive agent.
(4) Put windshield knife into layer of adhesive.
(5) Cut adhesive layer with the windshield
knife.
CAUTION:
IKeep knife edge along glass surface and end
face.
IWhen first putting knife into layer of
adhesive, select point with wide gap between
body and glass.
G5M0418
NOTE:
A matching pin is cemented to corners of glass on
compartment side.
Use a piano wire when cutting each pin.
G5M0412
2. USING PIANO WIRE
1) Remove wiper arm and cowl panel.
2) Remove roof molding and upper front window
molding.
3) Remove glass:
(1) Put protective tape on body to prevent dam-
age.
(2) Using drill or putty knife, make through-hole
(one place) in adhesive agent.
(3) Pass piano wire through the hole from
inside the compartment, and connect both ends
of wire securely to wooden blocks.
G5M0494
(4) Cut adhesive layer with the wire by pulling
it back and forth.
CAUTION:
When making through-hole into adhesive layer
and cutting the adhesive, be careful not to
damage interior and exterior parts.
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5. Windshield

1. Front Seat
A: REMOVAL
1) While operating button (located on top of
backrest), lift headrest out with hand placed
between backrest and headrest.
S5M0303
2) Pull reclining lever back to fold backrest all the
way forward. While pulling slide adjuster lever,
move seat all the way forward.
3) Remove bolt cover at rear end of slide rail.
4) Remove bolts securing seat rear.
S5M0366
5) While pulling slide adjuster lever, slide seat all
the way back.
6) Remove bolts securing front of seat.
G5M0344
7) While disconnecting side airbag connector,
detach front seat. (Side airbag equipped vehicle)
and inner belt connector.CAUTION:
IBe careful not to scratch seat when remov-
ing it from vehicle.
IAfter the front seat has been removed from
side airbag equipped vehicle, store it as
instructed in section 5-5 AIRBAG REPAIR SEC-
TION.
B: INSTALLATION
1) While operating button (located on top of
backrest), lift headrest out by placing your hand
between backrest and headrest.
S5M0303
2) Pull reclining lever back to fold backrest all the
way forward. Pull slide adjuster lever and move
lower slide rail all the way backward.
3) Position seat in compartment and align the
holes on the seat with the holes on the vehicle
body side.
4) Secure the front of seat using inward and out-
ward bolts (A) and (B) in that order.
5) While pulling slide adjuster lever, move seat all
the way forward.
6) Secure the rear of seat using inward and out-
ward bolts (C) and (D).
S5M0227A
7) Connect inner belt connector.
8) Connect side airbag connector. (Side airbag
equipped model)
CAUTION:
Check that all lock plate pawls are completely
and equally inserted into the holes in the slide
rail brackets.
9) After installation, ensure that all mechanisms
operate properly and lock.
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5-3[W1A0]SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Front Seat