Forester AWD F4-2.5L DOHC (1998)
6) Remove oil filter by using Special Tool (ST).
ST 49854700 OIL FILTER WRENCH
NOTE: Set container under the vehicle.
7) Remove connector and remove oil cooler.
INSPECTION
1) Check that coolant passages are not clogged using air blow method.
2) Check mating surfaces of cylinder block, O-ring groove and oil filter for damage.
C: INSTALLATION
1) Install oil cooler on cylinder block with connector pipe.
Tightening torque: T: 54 ± 5 Nm (5.5 ± 0.5 kg-m, 39.8 ± 3.6 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION: Always use a new O-ring.