Subaru Forester Battery Location
Find exactly where the battery is in your Subaru Forester. Includes size and replacement guide.
Last updated: 2026-10-28 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
Quick Answer
The Subaru Forester battery is under the hood on the passenger side (right) for all years.
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| SK (2019-2024) | 2019-2024 | Under hood, passenger side |
| SJ (2014-2018) | 2014-2018 | Under hood, passenger side |
This vehicle's factory manual
The spec is above. This opens the 2019 Subaru Forester factory book. Use another year if yours is older.
Subaru Forester maintenance schedule
Know the exact battery location job for your Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester battery is under the hood on the passenger side (right) for all years.
Battery access can move between the engine bay, cargo floor, cowl, or under-seat trays depending on hybrid hardware and trim. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.
Exact Vehicle Check
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SK (2019-2024)
SJ (2014-2018)
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Subaru Forester Replacement Battery
Get the correct battery size and type for your Subaru Forester.
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Battery — Manual's Parts List
The right battery, the right tools, no lost settings.
- 1Replacement BatteryShop →
Under hood, passenger side — AGM strongly recommended for modern cars
- 2OBD2 Memory SaverShop →
Keeps radio presets, seat memory, idle learn data
- 3Terminal Cleaner BrushShop →
Corrosion under the clamp causes voltage drop
- 4Battery Terminal Protector SprayShop →
Prevents the green crust from coming back
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One-Trip Shopping List
Recommended supplies and tools for this job, grouped so you can buy everything before the repair starts.
Replacement Battery
Match your Group Size (e.g. H6, 35) and CCA rating.
Terminal Cleaner
Removes corrosion for a reliable electrical connection.
Memory Saver
Keeps your car settings while the battery is disconnected.
Battery Carrier
Makes lifting heavy batteries much safer and easier.
Battery Charger
Helpful for revive-and-test jobs before you replace a weak battery.
Terminal Spray
Protects battery posts from future corrosion.
Project Essentials
Basic tool sets, gloves, and cleaning supplies for your Subaru Forester so the job is ready when the parts arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What size battery does a Subaru Forester take?
- Most Foresters use a Group 25 battery. The Optima RedTop 25 and Interstate MT-25 are popular upgrades over OEM.
- What battery location does a Subaru Forester use?
- The Subaru Forester battery is under the hood on the passenger side (right) for all years.
- What battery size for a Subaru Forester?
- The Subaru Forester battery is under the hood on the passenger side (right) for all years.
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Author & Review
Published by AllOEMManuals, founded by Lyndon Bedford, an automotive technician with 20 years of experience. He owned and operated a mechanic shop in Hurst, Texas from 2014 to 2022 and continues hands-on repair work.
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Last updated: 2026-10-28