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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISELECTRICALCOMPONENT LOCATIONSELECTRICAL COMPONENT LOCATORMOTORS
1998 Subaru Forester Base
Electrical Component Locator: Motors
1998 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Motors
MOTORS
| Component | Component Location |
|---|---|
| Blower Motor | Behind right side of dash. |
| Fuel Pump & Fuel Gauge Module | On top of fuel tank. See Figure. |
| Main Fan Motor | Behind left side of radiator. |
| Rear Gate Lock Actuator | On center of rear gate, below glass. |
| Sub Fan Motor | Behind right side of radiator. |
| Washer Motor (Front) | On washer fluid reservoir, left side of engine compartment. |
| Washer Motor (Rear) | On washer fluid reservoir, left side of engine compartment. |
| Wiper Motor (Front) | On right side of firewall. |
| Wiper Motor (Rear) | On center of rear gate, below glass. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.