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2002 Subaru Forester Base

Inspection Mode: Operation

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Operation

Raise the vehicle using a garage jack and place on safety stands or drive the vehicle onto free rollers.

WARNING:
  • Before raising the vehicle, ensure parking brakes are applied.
  • Do not use a pantograph jack in place of a safety stand.
  • Secure a rope or wire to the front and rear towing or tie-down hooks to prevent the lateral runout of front wheels.
  • Do not abruptly depress/release clutch pedal or accelerator pedal during works even when engine is operating at low speeds since this may cause vehicle to jump off free rollers.
  • In order to prevent the vehicle from slipping due to vibration, do not place any wooden blocks or similar items between the safety stands and the vehicle.
  • Since the rear wheels will also rotate, do not place anything near them. Also, make sure that nobody goes in front of the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Raising Vehicle Using Safety Stands And Driving Vehicle Onto Free Rollers
    G02862584Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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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.