2015-2024 Subaru Forester Engine Rebuild Torque Specs

2.5L H4

Applies to 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Subaru Forester

Labor Time:25 hours

🔧 Torque Values23 specifications

Component	lb-ft	Nm	Notes
⚠️ Balance Shaft Bolts	18	25	—
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	10	14	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	10	14	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	33	45	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	12	16	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	133	180	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	48	65	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	22	30	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	70	95	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	15	20	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	18	25	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	55	75	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Mounting Bolts	20	27	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	35	47	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	26	35	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	9	12	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	9	12	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	9	12	—
Sensor Bolts	8	11	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	9	12	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	18	25	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	18	25	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	7	10	Tighten in sequence