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Subaru Forester Engine Swap

I swapped the motor out of my 2009 Subaru Forester with a 2008 Subaru Forester motor 2.5L non turbo California emissions the car has no spark and Now the decision comes if the computer out of the ...

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2013-14 2.5L DOHC For 2011 2.5L DOHC Engine Swap

Are the blocks basically the same between those years despite the 6th digit vins. In other words , can the newer motors be used with some accessory and emissions parts swapping? Will the block bolt ...

What Is The Noise Coming From The Rear End Of My Forester

I recently bought a 05 subaru forester and there's been a noise like a pulsating howing at all speeds starting from about 25 ,30 MPH and the sound increases as the vehicle increased as well. I do...

Which Is Cylinder 1?

I just replaced the spark plugs now I'm getting a misfire code. on cylinder 1. Bank 1. Which cylinder would that be?

Anyone Having Problems With Sirius XM Radio On The 2020 Forester Premium?

I purchased a new 2020 Subaru Forester Premium and the Sirius XM radio does not work. Spoke with Sirius tech support and Refreshed several times. No luck. They told me to take it to the dealershi...

2005 Subaru Forester 2.5x

I bought a 2005 Subaru Forester a little while ago and it seems like it's shifting up late and down shifting early and it never fully reaches operation temp I think it might be to help it warm up f...

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2006 Subaru Forester Chatters In Low Speed Turns

I recently acquired a 2006 Subaru Forester 2.5x (LLB Edition) with mileage at 150,000. During low speed turns (i.e. entering a driveway), the front end chatters and makes a light groaning sound. No wa...

Will 98 Door Fit 2002

98 foreter door fit 2002

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How To Repair A Washer Fluid Leak?

Hello! I own a 2004 Subaru Forester XS. The washer fluid is leaking through the ceiling in the rear on the passenger side, all the way back, sometimes it will go to the window but sometimes it won't...

My Reargate Signals That It Is Open When It Isn't

The rear gate signal came on while driving. The rear gate is closed. I made a number of attempts, both from the console, my key fob and then rear open/closer. I checked to see if anything is in th...

Subaru Oil Consumption

What Are The Characteristics Of The 2.5L Subaru Engine

My 2003 Subaru Forester won't start, sounds like timing issues. What can occur if the tortion wheel fails? Could it throw off the timing? Whats the worst that could occur with this engine type?

Trouble Starting 2017 Forester Key Wont Turn

Passenger Window Ghost Stoppage On The Way Up!

My passenger side window, which, when controlled from the drivers side switch will not always go all the way up the first time the button is pressed. It will only go up about 4/5's of the way, and t...

2nd Question - Headlights Going Out Often 2x's Times Now.

I am about to put in a 3rd replacement headlight. 1st one (original) lasted about 1yr and 28,000 miles. We do a lot of miles in this house. 2nd one lasted about 1 month, was replaced free of charge...

What Tire Size Can I Put On My Subaru?

Can I put 235/65/15 on my 2001 Subaru Forester ? What other sizes can be used other than 205/70/15?

Will A Dual Ovhead Work Were A SOC Was?

Will a dual over head cam 2.5 work were a single overhead was?

Why Wouldn't My Car Fire

Car won't start after I changed my fuel pump

Locked Tailgate(?) On Subaru

My 2018 Subaru Forester back tailgate locked up. Ive tried unlocking with key fob and inside 'unlock' but not having any luck. i was told there is a 'code' to unlock. Anyone know what that might ...

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