Subaru Forester 1 (1998-2002) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Subaru Forester 1 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Subaru Forester 1

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Front differential drain plug 44 32
  • Automatic Transmission
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 49 36 T-type
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 34 25 VA-type
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Wheel hub assembly Front axle nut 186 137
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Manual Transmission
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Wheels Wheel nut 88 65
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To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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  • Production years: 1998 - 2002
  • Generation: 1
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
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Oil pan Baffle plate bolts 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil filter Oil filter connector 54 40
  • Turbo
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Oil filter Oil strainer 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil filter Oil separator cover bolts 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 25 18
  • Turbo
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Oil feeder Oil filler duct bolt 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump to Bracket 37 27
  • Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump to Cylinder block 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump cover bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump case plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap nuts 45 33
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 29 21 Step 1, All bolts
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 69 51 Step 2, All bolts
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 34 25 Step 4, Bolts (A) and (B)
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 15 11 Step 5, Bolts (C), (D), (E) and (F)
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Spark plugs Spark plug 21 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Cylinder heads 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Intake manifold nipples 17 13
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Engine ground terminal to Intake manifold 19 14
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Throttle body Throttle body 22 16
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 25 18 6mm and 8mm bolts, Bolts A to G
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 6 4 6mm and 8mm bolts, Bolt H
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 47 35 10mm bolts
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block service hole plugs 69 51
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine mounts Engine mounting 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor 8 6
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Engine coolant temperature sensor 18 13
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Knock sensor to Cylinder block 24 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Throttle position sensor 2 1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Front oxygen (A/F) sensor 30 22
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Rear oxygen sensor 21 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Exhaust temperature sensor 21 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Battery Ignition coil 16 12
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Intake camshaft sprockets bolts 98 72
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Exhaust camshaft sprockets bolts 98 72
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Intake camshaft caps bolts 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Exhaust camshaft caps bolts 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 127 94
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Water pump Water pump 12 9 Step 1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Water pump Water pump 12 9 Step 2
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler 55 41 T1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler 69 51 T2
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intercooler Intercooler bolts 16 12
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intercooler Intercooler bracket bolts 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Radiator Radiator upper bracket bolts 18 13
  • Turbo
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Radiator Radiator fan nuts 3 2
  • Turbo
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Radiator Main fan shroud to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
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Radiator Sub fan shroud to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
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Radiator Main fan shroud bolt 4 3
  • Turbo
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Radiator Sub fan shroud bolt 4 3
  • Turbo
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Air conditioning A/C pressure hoses 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt guide bolt 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
  • Manual Transmission
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Front belt cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Left-hand belt cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Right-hand belt cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt idler bolt 39 29
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Automatic belt tension adjuster assembly 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Rocker cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel pipe assembly bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel injector pipe bolt 5 4 Bolt 1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel injector pipe bolts 19 14 Bolt 2
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Band mounting bolts 33 24
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel filler pipe bracket to Body bolt 8 6
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel hose clamp screws 13 10
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel pump assembly nut 4 3
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Clutch assembly Clutch cover bolt 16 12
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch release lever plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly 8 6 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly bracket nut 18 13 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly bracket nut 18 13 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder push rod nut 10 7 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder bolt 37 27 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder bolt 37 27 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder 8 6 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder 8 6 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch pipe and connector assembly bolt 8 6 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch hose bolts 18 13 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch hose bolt 18 13 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel 72 53
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate 72 53
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 50 37
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Drive/Axle shaft Propeller shaft bolt 52 38 RHD model
  • Turbo
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering Power steering pump to Bracket bolts 20 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Center exhaust pipe to Rear exhaust pipe 18 13
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Center exhaust pipe to Hanger bracket bolt 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Center exhaust pipe bracket to Transmission bolt 30 22
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe assembly 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe covers 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Lower center pipe cover bolt 18 13 Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Lower center pipe cover bolts 18 13 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Upper and lower exhaust manifold covers 19 14
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Turbocharger bracket bolts 33 24
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Turbocharger lower cover bolts 7 5
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Turbocharger upper cover bolts 7 5
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Exhaust manifold (RH) to Turbocharger joint pipe 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Center exhaust pipe to Turbocharger 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Muffler Rear exhaust pipe to Muffler 48 35
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Front catalytic converter bolt 30 22 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Rear catalytic converter nut 30 22 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Lower rear catalytic converter cover bolt 18 13 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake pedal Accelerator cable bracket bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Forester 1

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