Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Service Manual: Installation

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Service Manual / Security and locks / Front hood lock assembly / Installation

CAUTION:

• Install the bumper face - front so that the front end of the under cover (b) comes inside the bumper face - front (a).

• Before installing the bumper face, match the claws on the bracket - front bumper with the engaging position of flange section on the bumper face side. If the engaging position is not correct, the flange section may be broken or the clearance between fender panel and bumper face may not be uniform.

1. Before installation, check the following items.

• Is the cable deformed-

• Grease is applied sufficiently to cable joints.

If grease is insufficient, add it as necessary before assembling the cable.

2. Adjust and install the lock assembly - front hood.

NOTE:

Refer to “ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment of the lock assembly - front hood. Front Hood Lock Assembly > ADJUSTMENT

Tightening torque:

33 N·m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)

3. Install the radiator upper brackets.

Tightening torque:

12 N·m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)

4. Attach the bracket - grille.

5. Install the bumper face - front. Front Bumper > INSTALLATION

6. Install the air intake duct. Air Intake Duct > INSTALLATION

Adjustment

1. Remove the bumper face - front. Front Bumper > REMOVALNOTE:Remove the bumper face - front only at the first adjustment.2. Remove the center ring clip from the lock assembly - front hood.NOTE:Remov ...

Inspection

Check if the lock assembly operates normally.If lever deformation, abnormal wear, or unsmooth lock operation is observed, replace the lock assembly - front hood. ...

Other materials:

Removal
1. Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. Automatic Transmission Assembly > REMOVAL2. Remove the air breather hose. Air Breather Hose > REMOVAL3. Remove the oil pan and control valve body. Control Valve Body > REMOVAL4. Remove the transmission harness. Transmission Harness > REMOVAL5 ...