Forester F4-2.5L Turbo (2009)
6) Inspect the bushing at connecting rod small end, and replace with a new part if worn or damaged.
7) Measure the piston pin clearance at connecting rod small end. If the measured value is not within the standard, replace it with a new part.
Clearance between piston pin and bushing:
Standard: 0 - 0.022 mm (0 - 0.0009 in)
8) The replacement procedure for the connecting rod small end bushing is as follows.
1) Remove the bushing from connecting rod with ST and press.
2) Press the bushing with the ST after applying oil on the periphery of new bushing.
ST 499037100 CONNECTING ROD BUSHING REMOVER AND INSTALLER
3) Make two 3 mm (0.12 in) holes in the pressed bushing by aligning with the pre-manufactured holes on the connecting rod, and ream the inside
of the bushing.
4) After completion of reaming, clean the bushing to remove chips.
