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2013 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair and Diagnosis
- A L L Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC )
- Relays and Modules
- Relays and Modules - Accessories and Optional Equipment
- Relays and Modules - Body and Frame
- Relays and Modules - Brakes and Traction Control
- Relays and Modules - Cooling System
- Relays and Modules - Lighting and Horns
- Relays and Modules - Power and Ground Distribution
- Relays and Modules - Powertrain Management
- Relays and Modules - Starting and Charging
- Relays and Modules - Steering and Suspension
- Relays and Modules - Transmission and Drivetrain
- Relays and Modules - Windows and Glass
- Relays and Modules - Wiper and Washer Systems
- Sensors and Switches
- Sensors and Switches - Body and Frame
- Sensors and Switches - Brakes and Traction Control
- Sensors and Switches - Engine
- Sensors and Switches - Lighting and Horns
- Sensors and Switches - Powertrain Management
- Sensors and Switches - Starting and Charging
- Sensors and Switches - Steering and Suspension
- Sensors and Switches - Transmission and Drivetrain
- Sensors and Switches - Windows and Glass
- Maintenance
- Alignment
- Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks
- Timing Belt
- Timing Component Alignment Marks
- Drive Belt
- Filters
- Hoses
- Fluids
- Brake Bleeding
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Service Reminder Indicators
- Wheels and Tires
- Relays and Modules - Wheels and Tires
- Sensors and Switches - Wheels and Tires
- Tire Monitoring System
- Tire Pressure Module
- Tire Pressure Sensor
Service Precautions
Testing and Inspection
Locations
Service and Repair
Diagrams
Tools and Equipment
- Tires
- Wheels
- Wheel Bearing
- Wheel Cover
- Wheel Hub
- Wheel Stud / Lug Nut
- Testing and Inspection
Specifications- Tools and Equipment
- Service Intervals
- Severe Service Defined
- Routine Service
- Normal Service
- 7500 MI or 12000 KM
- 15000 MI or 24000 KM
- 22500 MI or 36000 KM
- 30000 MI or 48000 KM
- 37500 MI or 60000 KM
- 45000 MI or 72000 KM
- 52500 MI or 84000 KM
- 60000 MI or 96000 KM
- 67500 MI or 108000 KM
- 75000 MI or 120000 KM
- 82500 MI or 132000 KM
- 90000 MI or 144000 KM
- 97500 MI or 156000 KM
- 105000 MI or 168000 KM
- 112500 MI or 180000 KM
- 120000 MI or 192000 KM
- 127500 MI or 204000 KM
- 135000 MI or 216000 KM
- 137500 MI or 220000 KM
- 142500 MI or 228000 KM
- 150000 MI or 240000 KM
- Severe Service
- 3750 MI or 6000 KM
- 7500 MI or 12000 KM
- 11250 MI or 18000 KM
- 15000 MI or 24000 KM
- 18750 MI or 30000 KM
- 22500 MI or 36000 KM
- 26250 MI or 42000 KM
- 30000 MI or 48000 KM
- 33750 MI or 54000 KM
- 37500 MI or 60000 KM
- 41250 MI or 66000 KM
- 45000 MI or 72000 KM
- 48750 MI or 78000 KM
- 52500 MI or 84000 KM
- 56250 MI or 90000 KM
- 60000 MI or 96000 KM
- 63750 MI or 102000 KM
- 67500 MI or 108000 KM
- 71250 MI or 114000 KM
- 75000 MI or 120000 KM
- 78750 MI or 126000 KM
- 82500 MI or 132000 KM
- 86250 MI or 138000 KM
- 90000 MI or 144000 KM
- 93750 MI or 150000 KM
- 97500 MI or 156000 KM
- 101250 MI or 162000 KM
- 105000 MI or 168000 KM
- 108750 MI or 174000 KM
- 112500 MI or 180000 KM
- 116250 MI or 186000 KM
- 120000 MI or 192000 KM
- 123750 MI or 198000 KM
- 127500 MI or 204000 KM
- 131250 MI or 210000 KM
- 135000 MI or 216000 KM
- 137500 MI or 220000 KM
- 138750 MI or 222000 KM
- 142500 MI or 228000 KM
- 146250 MI or 234000 KM
- 150000 MI or 240000 KM
Technical Service Bulletins
- Engine, Cooling and Exhaust
- Engine
- Compression Check
- Camshaft, Lifters and Push Rods
- Cylinder Block Assembly
- Cylinder Head Assembly
- Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories
- Engine Lubrication
- Seals and Gaskets
- Sensors and Switches - Engine
- Timing Components
- Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks
- Water Pump
- Service Precautions
- Testing and Inspection
- Service and Repair
- Specifications
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Tools and Equipment
- Cooling System
- Coolant
- Coolant Reservoir
- Radiator Cooling Fan
- Radiator
- Radiator Cap
- Relays and Modules - Cooling System
- Thermostat
- Water Pump
- Service Precautions
- Testing and Inspection
Adjustments- Service and Repair
- Specifications
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Tools and Equipment
- Exhaust System
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Engine
- Powertrain Management
- Relays and Modules - Powertrain Management
- Sensors and Switches - Powertrain Management
- Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks
- Computers and Control Systems
- Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
- Body Control Module
- Data Link Connector
- Electronic Throttle Actuator Relay
- Engine Control Module
- Information Bus
- Oxygen Sensor Relay
- Relays and Modules - Computers and Control Systems
- Sensors and Switches - Computers and Control Systems
- Transmission Position Sensor/Switch
- Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Emission Control Systems
- Fuel Delivery and Air Induction
- Ignition System
- Transmission Control Systems
- Diagrams
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Actuators and Solenoids - Transmission and Drivetrain
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
- Actuators and Solenoids - A/T
- Band Control Solenoid Valve
- Case
- Clutch Control Solenoid Valve
- Control Module
- Differential
- Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube
- Fluid - A/T
- Fluid Filter - A/T
- Fluid Line/Hose
- Fluid Pan
- Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch
- Lamps and Indicators - A/T
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp - A/T
- Relays and Modules - A/T
- Seals and Gaskets
- Sensors and Switches - A/T
- Shift Interlock
- Shift Solenoid
- Shifter A/T
- Shift Linkage
- Torque Converter
- Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid
- Transmission Cooler
- Transmission Mount
- Transmission Position Sensor/Switch
- Transmission Speed Sensor
- Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch
- Valve Body
- Service Precautions
- Testing and Inspection
- Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- Component Tests and General Diagnostics
- Scan Tool Testing and Procedures
- Pinout Values and Diagnostic Parameters
- Programming and Relearning
- Locations
- Service and Repair
- Diagrams
- Specifications
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Tools and Equipment
- Clutch
- Continuously Variable Transmission/Transaxle
- Differential Assembly
- Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints
- Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints
- Flex Plate
- Flywheel
- Lamps and Indicators - Transmission and Drivetrain
- Manual Transmission/Transaxle
- Differential
- Extension Housing
- Fluid - M/T
- Gear Sensor/Switch
- Seals and Gaskets
- Sensors and Switches - M/T
- Shifter M/T
- Transmission Mount
- Service Precautions
- Application and ID
- Testing and Inspection
- Locations
- Service and Repair
- Diagrams
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Tools and Equipment
- Relays and Modules - Transmission and Drivetrain
- Sensors and Switches - Transmission and Drivetrain
- Transfer Case
- Transmission Control Systems
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems
- Electronic Brake Control Module
- Hydraulic Control Assembly - Antilock Brakes
- Lateral Accelerometer
- Steering Angle Sensor
- Traction Control Switch
- Wheel Speed Sensor
- Yaw Rate Sensor
- Service Precautions
Description and Operation- Testing and Inspection
- Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
- Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
- ABS Warning Light, VDC Off Indicator Light, VDC Warning Light and VDC Indicator Light Do Not Come On
- Hill Start Assist Warning Light Does Not Come On
- ABS Warning Light Does Not Go Off
- VDC Warning Light and VDC Indicator Light Do Not Go Off
- VDC Off Indicator Light Does Not Go Off
- Brake Warning Light Does Not Go Off
- General Diagnostic Table
- Scan Tool Testing and Procedures
- Pinout Values and Diagnostic Parameters
- Locations
- Diagrams
- Specifications
- Tools and Equipment
- Brake Bleeding
- Brake Pedal Assy
- Disc Brake System
- Hydraulic System
- Parking Brake System
- Power Brake Assist
- Relays and Modules - Brakes and Traction Control
- Sensors and Switches - Brakes and Traction Control
- Service Precautions
- Testing and Inspection
- Specifications
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Tools and Equipment
- Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems
- Starting and Charging
- Sensors and Switches - Starting and Charging
- Relays and Modules - Starting and Charging
- Charging System
- Starting System
- Power and Ground Distribution
- Power and Ground Distribution
- Steering and Suspension
- Alignment
- Relays and Modules - Steering and Suspension
- Sensors and Switches - Steering and Suspension
- Steering
- Suspension
- Wheels and Tires
- Relays and Modules - Wheels and Tires
- Sensors and Switches - Wheels and Tires
- Tire Monitoring System
- Tire Pressure Module
- Tire Pressure Sensor
- Service Precautions
- Testing and Inspection
- Locations
- Service and Repair
- Diagrams
- Tools and Equipment
- Tires
- Wheels
- Wheel Bearing
- Wheel Cover
- Wheel Hub
- Wheel Stud / Lug Nut
- Testing and Inspection
- Specifications
- Tools and Equipment
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Restraints and Safety Systems
- Accessories and Optional Equipment
- Accessory Relay
- Antitheft and Alarm Systems
- Collision Avoidance and Parking Assist Systems
- Entertainment Systems
- Camera
- Navigation System
- Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc
- Relays and Modules - Accessories and Optional Equipment
- Towing / Trailer System
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Body and Frame
- Body Control Systems
- Bumper
- Cowl
- Doors, Hood and Trunk
- Exterior Moulding / Trim
- Fender
- Frame
- Grille
- Interior Moulding / Trim
- Locks
- Mirrors
- Paint, Striping and Decals
- Relays and Modules - Body and Frame
- Roof and Associated Components
- Seats
- Sensors and Switches - Body and Frame
- Splash Guard
- Spoilers, Flaps, and Air Dams
- Unibody
- Service Precautions
- Locations
- Diagrams
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Tools and Equipment
- Cruise Control
- Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators
- Clock
- Dashboard / Instrument Panel
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp - A/T
- Oil Pressure Sender
- Tire Monitoring System
- Tire Pressure Module
- Tire Pressure Sensor
- Service Precautions
- Testing and Inspection
- Locations
- Service and Repair
- Diagrams
- Tools and Equipment
- Diagrams
- Lighting and Horns
- Windows and Glass
- Heated Glass Element
- Relays and Modules - Windows and Glass
- Sensors and Switches - Windows and Glass
- Windows
- Windshield
- Service Precautions
- Tools and Equipment
- Wiper and Washer Systems
- Service Precautions
- Locations
- Diagrams
- Diagram Information and Instructions
- Diagnostic Aids
- Exploded Views
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
- Axle Shaft Assembly
- Body and Frame
- Brake Hose/Line
- Brake Master Cylinder
- Brake Pedal Assy
- Clutch, M/T
- Cylinder Block Assembly
- Cylinder Head Assembly
- Differential Assembly
- Disc Brake System
- Drive/Propeller Shaft
- Electronic Brake Control Module
- Engine Lubrication
- Engine Mount
- Exhaust System
- Hydraulic Control Assembly - Antilock Brakes
- Lateral Accelerometer
- Manual Transmission/Transaxle
- Parking Brake System
- Power Steering Pump
- Radiator
- Radiator Cooling Fan
- Steering Column
- Steering Gear
- Suspension
- Timing Belt
- Water Pump
- Wheel Speed Sensor
- Yaw Rate Sensor
- Connector Views
- Electrical Diagrams
- Power and Ground Distribution
- Air Bag Systems
- Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems
- Antitheft and Alarm Systems
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
- Charging System
- Cruise Control
- Heated Glass Element
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators
- Keyless Entry
- Lighting and Horns
- Mirrors
- Navigation System
- Oil Pressure Sender
- Parking Brake System
- Powertrain Management
- Radiator Cooling Fan
- Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc
- Rear Vision Camera
- Seat Belt Systems
- Seats
- Starting System
- Sunroof / Moonroof
- Tire Monitoring System
- Windows
- Wiper and Washer Systems
- Mechanical Diagrams
- Connectors
- Grounds
- Harness
- Specifications
- Electrical Specifications
- Mechanical Specifications
- Pressure, Vacuum and Temperature Specifications
- Capacity Specifications
- Fluid Type Specifications
- Technical Service Bulletins
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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