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Draining Fuel (With SUBARU Select Monitor)

WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.
CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.
NOTE:
  • If the fuel pump cannot be driven, refer to the procedures for draining from the fuel filler hose. < Ref. to DRAINING FUEL (THROUGH THE FUEL FILLER HOSE) , PROCEDURE, Fuel. >
  • Be careful not to let the battery run down.
  1. Release the fuel pressure. < Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , PROCEDURE, Fuel. >
  2. Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel delivery tube from the fuel pipe assembly, and remove the clip (A) securing the fuel delivery tube to the fuel pipe assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Catch the fuel from the tubes using a container or cloth.
    NOTE: Disconnect the quick connector as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Quick Connector
    G09475606Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Locating Quick Connector
    G09475486Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Connect ST to the fuel delivery tube.

    ST 18471AA000 FUEL PIPE ADAPTER

  4. Connect the gasoline proof hose to ST and put the end of the hose in the container.
  5. Drive the fuel pump and drain the fuel using Subaru Select Monitor.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.
    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".
  6. Install the related parts in the reverse order after draining the fuel.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Catch the fuel from the tubes using a container or cloth.
    • Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick connector. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
    • When connecting the quick connector with slider, make sure to insert the pipe all the way in before locking the slider.
    • When it is difficult to lock the slider, check that the pipe is fully inserted.
    • Make sure that the quick connector is securely connected.
    NOTE:
    • Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel delivery tube as shown in the figure.
      Fig 3: Disconnecting Quick Connector
      G09475608Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Connect the quick connector on the fuel delivery tube as shown in the figure.
    Fig 4: Connecting Quick Connector
    G09475609Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.