Direct-Fit Oil Cooler fits 2008+ Subaru WRX/STI Installation
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- Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
- Mishimoto, the world leader in performance cooling products, shows you how to install the Mishimoto direct-fit oil cooler kit for the 2008+ Subaru WRX and STI!
With direct-fit brackets and adapters, this kit requires no modification to get proven results for your Subaru. A large 19-row cooler mounts in the front bumper to provide optimal airflow and cooling efficiency."
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Model Number: MMOC-WRX-08
Model Number: MMOC-STI-08
PARTS LIST
3PC | Application-Specific Mounting Brackets
1PC | 19-Row Oil Cooler
1PC | 4’ Stainless steel braided hose wit -10an fittings
1PC | 3’6” stainless steel braided hose wit -10an fittings
1PC | Oil Sandwich Plate (standard or thermostatic options available)
1PC | Stainless Steel Sandwich Plate Adapter, M20
1PC | 2’ Thermashield Braided Line Protector
2PC | m20x-10an straight fittings
1PC | Mounting Hardware Set
TOOLS NEEDED
10mm Wrench
1-In Wrench
RAtchet
Ratchet Extension
10mm Socket
12mm Socket
27mm Socket
Phillips Screwdriver
Panel Tool
Torque Wrench
Oil Funnel
Oil
Disclaimer
• Please dispose of any liquids properly.
• Allow vehicle to cool completely prior to attempting installation.
• Mishimoto Performance (MP) is not responsible for any vehicle
damage or personal injury due to installation errors, misuse,
or removal of MP products.
• MP always suggests that a trained professional install all
MP products.
• Do not run the engine or drive the vehicle while overheating.
Serious damage may occur.
• Raise vehicle only on jack stands or on a vehicle lift.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
01 | REMOVING THE FRONT BUMPER AND SPLASH SHIELDS
1. Jack up the car and secure it on jack stands.
2. Remove the four pop clips from the top of the bumper
3. Remove the eight pop clips from the inside of the fender wells.
There are four on each side.
4. Remove the six pop clips that connect the lower splash shield to
the bumper and the side splash pans.
5. Remove the three 12 mm bolts from the center splash shield.
6. Unclip the splash shield from the front subframe.
7. Remove the two pop clips that hold the splash shield to the inner
wheel wells. There is one pop clip on each side.
8. Remove the front splash shield.
9. Remove the bumper. Pull out on the sides of the bumper to
disconnect it from the clips.
10. Unclip the wire harness from the radiator support.
02 | INSTALLING THE MISHIMOTO OIL COOLER
1. Install the upper-right bracket to the cooler using the supplied
Mishimoto hardware.
2. Install the oil cooler to the radiator support using the opening
where the wire harness was connected.
3. Install the provided Mishimoto spacer between the bottom of the
cooler and the radiator support. Then fasten the oil cooler to the
front of the radiator support using one 10 mm bolt.
4. Install the lower-left bracket using the provided Mishimoto hardware.
5. Using one of the three 12 mm bolts that hold the lower splash
shield in place, secure the lower-left bracket to the car.
6. Tighten down all the oil cooler brackets.
7. Once all the bolts are tightened, remove the 12 mm bolt holding
the lower-left bracket to the car. This will be installed later with the
lower splash shield.
8. Install the shorter oil line to the left side of the cooler using
the 150° fitting.
9. Install the longer oil line to the right side of the cooler using
the 90° fitting.
10. Route the oil lines into the engine bay.
11. Remove the oil filter from the engine bay.
12. Clean the underside of the engine.
13. Install the fittings on the sandwich plate
14. Lubricate the O-rings on the CNC-machined spacer and
the sandwich plate to ensure a proper seal.
15. Install the sandwich plate into the engine block.
16. Torque down the center bolt adapter to 30 ft-lb of torque.
17. Lubricate and install the oil filter.
18. Install the oil lines to the sandwich plate adapter.
19. Cut the heat shielding in half.
20. Install the heat shielding onto the oil lines.
21. Remove the clear plastic film on the heat shielding to adhere
it to the oil lines.
22. Tighten down the oil line fittings.
03 | REINSTALLING THE SPLASH SHIELDS AND FRONT BUMPER
1. Place the front bumper in the correct position.
2. Reinstall the four pop clips on the top of the bumper.
3. Reinstall the eight pop clips to the inside of the fender.
There are four pop clips on either side of the car.
4. Refill the oil, start the vehicle, and check for any leaks.
5. Recheck the oil dipstick to ensure the oil level is correct.
6. Reinstall the front splash shield using eight pop clips and three
12 mm bolts.
7. Reinstall the two clips on the back of the lower splash shield.
8. You have now successfully installed your new Mishimoto oil
cooler kit. Enjoy - Авто та транспорт
It would be nice to have instructions for the 2015 STI also mine does not include the pop clip
Just wondering about oil changes and if the oil in the cooler is able to drain with the cooler clocked with the ports pointed to the top
+Randy Ingrao please email support@mishimoto.com - they will be more than happy to answer any technical questions! :)
does this kit still fit if you have after market headers? like perrin performance headers. the oil lines look like they barley fit with the stock headers.
+KoG GoK please email support@mishimoto.com with your questions and specifics - they will be able to confirm fitment for you! Stay cool - Team Mishi
The installation on my 2012 GVF STI is not going so well. Turns out it has a built in oil cooler. Do i get rid of the existing oil cooler, then install the sandwich plate? Also, the mounts did not fit that perfectly for my car. I had to make some minor changes. For people planning on buying this thing, make sure your STI matches the one on this video.
Hi Oinky - sorry to hear you're having difficulty! Here's a link to the installation guide: www.mishimoto.com/media/productpdf/MMOC-WRX-08_InstallGuide.pdf and as always, feel free to call our customer support specialists at 1-877-GOMISHI or email support@mishimoto.com!
What if I have your front mount intercooler for my 2006 sti, where should I put the oil cooler?
The oil cooler would not be compatible with a FMIC, the cooler would have to be relocated from the designed location
Do these fit the 2015+ sti models? And is it possible to mount the cooler on the upper side where the hella horns are?
This kit would not be compatible with the 2015+ STI models.
Is it worth getting an oil cooler for extra reliability for daily driving, I also take it on canyon runs once in a while!
An oil cooler would help ensure that your oil temps stay as low as possible and would help prevent any kind of overheating issues you might run into.
How do I change oil after install the kit? it will remain oil inside the cooler.
Email support@mishimoto.com - they'll be more than happy to answer any technical questions as well as assist you with placing an order! :)
Sorry but this does not fit a 2012 wrx sti, my oil cooler doesn’t even fit between the bumper crash bar and radiator, the lower bumper support panel has to be removed completely which wasn’t mentioned anywhere and the oil lines seem like they have to run under and almost against the exhaust to fit on to the sand which adapter.
This is not a direct fit kit and I feel ripped off for the price honestly, this should fit straight on with no issues!
Hello Internal Calibration Balance . Sorry to hear about your issue. At this time, we actually produce two different kits, one for the STI, and one for the WRX. I'll leave links to both product pages below. Is it possible you simply received the wrong kit? Both units do have individual installation guides to account for differences.
STI: www.mishimoto.com/subaru-wrx-sti-oil-cooler-kit.html
WRX: www.mishimoto.com/subaru-wrx-oil-cooler-kit.html
can you add the oil pressure sensor and oil temperature sensor
Hello A. N. , Any of our thermostatic sandwich plates have a 1/8" NPT port (with plug) for sensors/oil feed/etc. Any of the rear mounted thermostatic plates have two of these ports :)
Will this work if you have the Mishimoto performance radiator too?
Yes, this will fit with the Mishimoto radiator as well.
Will this fit the legacy gt or Outback XT turbo?
While the cooler might attach to the engine the mounting points for the cooler will be different on the Legacy and Outback.
Dumb question do you need a tune it or is it plug and play
+Brian Redman i agree its a dumb question ;) , no tune needed , instal , fill oil and have fun
How mutch more oil will my engine need with this kit?
The cooler will add about 0.65 qt to your capacity
What’s the fitment of this with your FMIC kit?
We do have a note about this on our website, the oil cooler is not compatible with vehicles equipped with the FMIC.
@@mishimoto would the M oil cooler fit the Mishimoto sandwich plate aswell as my defi oil temp gauge?
im going to install it and tell everyone its a really small fmic.
my friend said the same thing ctfu
i think when i get this ill have to figure out how to relocate the location of this cooler. i have a big ass front mount intercooler which covers the location of where this cooler should be mounted. =[
Arthur Pietrzak put it under your scoop 😂
2009 sti fit?
Yep! This is a direct-fit for the 2009 STI