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2018 Forester Headlight Indicator

My 2018 Forester has Auto Headlights and the Headlight Indicator Light Stopped working after 18 months. I took the car the the dealer and was told that my model does not come equipped with the ind...

2016 Subaru Forrester ABS/Hill Assist/Traction Control

Recently backed bumper in to a small pole. We hit it going incredibly slow and no visible damage at all. But ever since then all three lights are illuminated, ABS. Hill Assist and Traction Control. ...

Subaru Forester 2019

My battery went dead for no apparent reason. Had it charged and now its fine. No light was left on. 1. What could have caused this to happen? 2. Also hatchback doesn't open. Called dealer and he sai...

Subaru Oil Cooler Leak

Oil cooler leak?

My Battery Died And Had A Jump. Now My Doors Wont Lock With The Fob.

The kids left the dome light on and killed the battery After it was jump started I discovered the car won't lock by touching the handle. I get a long beep and the doors do not lock. Is there a fix ...

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P0456 Small Evap Leak Troubleshooting Question

I have a 2006 Subaru Forester (NOT TURBO). It has thrown a P0456 code, small evap leak. I had it diagnosed quickly, smoke test showed smoke “blubbering from top of gas tank” viewed by mirror from un...

2012 Subaru Forester Won't Stay Running

I just got a 2012 Subaru Forester 2 days ago, and this morning it was kind of a hard start, then we drove around all day (over 100 miles), right as we were less than 3 blocks from the house it stal...

3rd Excessive Oil Consumption 2012 Subaru Forester

Excessive oil consumption 4/18/2016 miles 82018 Replace short block 5/27/2016 miles 84841 warranty 1 year Subaru in Rapid City, SD 9/9/2017 oil leak noted at regular oil change Subaru in St Cloud, MN...

Head Gasket On 2008 Subaru Forester

The head gaskets have apparently been leaking oil on my 2008 Subaru Forester with 171,000 miles on it. The mechanic where I take my car told me last year "they are just little leaks and nothing can...

2007 Subaru Forester Engine Swap

I have a 2007 Forester will a 2008 Forester engine work in it or can you tell me what would need to be switched over

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Best Battery For 2020 Forester

Hi, I'm trying to get a battery (non-OEM) for 2020 Forester Touring. Does anyone know if it is a Group 35? Optima / Odyssey?

Subaru Forester Oil Consumption

Well, as of Friday... I think that the time has come to get rid of my Forester (that I love). This is my second Subaru I've bought and may be the last. I ran my 2010 Impreza to 158,000 miles and still...

Check Engine Light And Other Dashboard Indicators On 2012 Forester

While driving to an appointment, the Check Engine light on my 2012 Forester came on, steady, and other indicators such as my cruise control were flashing. I've had check engine light come on for two o...

Can I Drive Forester With CEL On, CC Flashing, Stability Light On

I have a check engine light on, cruise control flashing and the stability light thingy on. I desperately need my car tomorrow. Is it safe to drive or should I take straight to mechanic?? (I understa...

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01 Foerster Getting Hot And Coolant Hose Pulsating

I bought a used 01 Foerster yesterday. It ran fine all day with no issues. I drove it again this morning and immediately noticed the temp gauge was getting very hot. No heat through the vents eithe...

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What is no transmission on a 2009 Subaru Forester

Check Engine Light On And Flashing Cruise Light

SiriusXM Radio Will Not Keep Subscription When Turn Key Off

Sirius Radio will no keep subscription when turn key off then back on. Siriusxm Radio says no subscription

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will the 2015 engine work in a 2005 subaru forester(EJ25 SOHC 2.5L)

External Oil Leak At The Head Gasket

How much does it cost to repair an external oil leak at the head gasket?

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