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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca 3.6 H6 GAS

Front

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove brake caliper bolts and support caliper to strut housing using mechanics wire.
  • Remove disc brake rotor. If brake rotor is difficult to remove, drive 8mm bolt into threaded end of rotor, then remove the rotor. Reference mark surface of hub and disc rotor before removing disc rotor to prevent confusion during installation.
  • Unstake hub nut using suitable tool.
  • Remove driveshaft locknut from front hub while depressing brak...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Clamp In Type -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca 3.6 H6 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Clamp In Type

When replacing the tire pressure sensor, the transmitter ID will need to be registered to the TPMS control module, Refer to "Relearn Procedures" "Transmitter ID Registration."

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Release the air pressure from the tire.
  • Remove the tire pressure sensor retaining nut and drop the sensor into the tire and wheel assembly, Fig. .
  • Using a suitable tire changer, remove the tire upper bead from the wheel, then lift out the tire pressure sensor.
...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca 3.6 H6 GAS

  • Remove retainers securing engine cover.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove terminal nut and alternator electrical connector from back of alternator.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise using a suitable...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 2006-09 B9 Tribeca
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca 3.6 H6 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 15 months or 15,000 miles.

  • Remove the instrument panel side cover.
  • Disconnect the glove compartment strap.
  • Remove the glove compartment retaining clip, the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Through the glove compartment opening, remove the cabi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Subaru -> EGR Maintenance Reminder Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca Premiere 3.6 H6 GAS

The EGR maintenance reminder indicator lamp will be illuminated to indicate time for EGR maintenance. After performing maintenance, reset reminder lamp. Remove instrument pan...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2009 Subaru Tribeca 3.6 H6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at water outlet using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from water outlet.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at water inlet using hose clamp pliers.
  • Disco...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Subaru Tribeca 3.6 H6 GAS

  • Remove bolts from collector cover, then remove cover.
  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm clockwise, using a suitable ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Components Diagram for 2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 3.6 H6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 3.6 H6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Steering Angle Sensor
  • Relay Box
  • Stop Light Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 3.6 H6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 3.6 H6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • VDC Control Module
  • Body Integrated Unit
  • Tire Pressure Monitor Control Module
  • Tire Inflation Pressure Warning Lamp
  • 2008 Subaru Tribeca Premiere 3.6 H6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Subaru Tribeca Premiere 3.6 H6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Switch
  • Blower Motor
  • Blower Resistor
  • Rear AC Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CAMPAIGN - VDC G SENSOR
    Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 3.6 H6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: FRONT STABILIZER BAR
    Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Tribeca Premiere 3.6 H6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Subaru Tribeca AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Subaru Tribeca cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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