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  1. Cooling Systems
    Okay so I’ve owned a forester for a while with almost no issues and my girlfriend recently purchased an 07. It’s been great for the past year but recently overheated on a 2 hour drive from a remote job she was on. What I know: -The head gaskets have been replaced with multi layer steel turbo...
  2. Cooling Systems
    Has anyone installed a Koyo Radiator Forester XT M/T 04-08 (VH13026) along with the auxiliary Mishimoto Transmission Fluid Cooler (MIMMMTC-TF-1575) into a 04 Forester X A/T? Curious to hear what challenges might arise.
  3. Cooling Systems
    I have an 09 forester xt Im currently putting a 2012 non sti wrx engine into. The old radiator cracked and unfortunately cooked the old engine so im looking to put something substantial in with this swap but it goes to ask the question; am I looking for a radiator to suit a forester or a wrx? Im...
  4. Cooling Systems
    Hello all, My HVAC system is plagued by gurgling, bubbling and glugging noises while the engine is running. They continue for about 15 seconds after I stop the engine. Separate but perhaps related, I have poor heat until the car is fully warmed up ~20 minutes run time. Heat is also poor unless...
  5. HVAC - Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    It's December in New England, which means I am facing my perennial issue: How can I get some decent heat out of my '16 Forester base model? Previously, I have replaced the thermostat with a high-temp thermostat. I also block the radiator air flow with big sheets of cardboard in the winter. In...
  6. Cooling Systems
    When I have the radiator in it looks like its a very tight fit is that normal or should there be more room? Also I can't seem to remove the cap from the mishimoto radiator. Any help or advise would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
  7. Cooling Systems
    I wish Subaru would consider using stainless steel bolts on certain parts of the engine bay...good lord. Had a bad radiator and had to remove the transmission cooler from it int order to extract it, and when it came time to remove the lower two mount bolts they were utterly rusted to the point...
  8. Cooling Systems
    $172 for one for my 2019 Forester. Coolant pooling on the radiator mount. Has to be the radiator as the lower coolant hose looks fine.
  9. Forester Shopping
    Hi, Currently car shopping and wanted to ask about this before I purchased this 2006 XT turbo Forester. The seller disclosed that he puts about 500ml of coolant water per week into the car and says doesn't have any issues with overheating as a result. The engine was also tuned about 6 years...
  10. EJ25 - 2.5L Non-Turbo (1998-2010)
    I'm preparing all my tools and parts to do the timing belt and water pump on my 2010 Forester NA. This is a new to me vehicle and the coolant that's currently in there is green and so I don't know if it's the proper coolant, the age of the coolant, etc. I will be refilling the car with Subaru...
  11. Cooling Systems
    Hello folks, long time since a post for me. I've done my due diligence and have done all possible that I know of. But here's my issue. My 2016 Forester 2.5i has been over heating while cruising down the highway. If I smash the gas the temp drops. The coolant reservoir overflows and recently was...
  12. Cooling Systems
    Hi all, Coolant issue: 30 minute ride then when at driveThur red light(temp) came on. Disappeared after driving. Few weeks later, drove 15 mins in am, left car for day, drove 15 mins back home in evening, light came on. Had it towed to the shop. Shop said: was low 3qts of anti. Drove it about...
  13. Cooling Systems
    Hey guys, I believe my radiator is leaking out the top (see images attached) and have been wondering about a replacement. Initially replaced upper and lower rad hoses as well as heater core inlet/outlet after the latter split open, and the overflow continues being drawn from. Looking at...
  14. Cooling Systems
    (06 XT automatic) First of all, see this post for the original way this happened. ('06-'08) - 2006 - Constant (yellow) radio... I replaced my "heater #2" fuse and then on the very next drive across town, the radiator started putting out white smoke on the highway and had coolant all over the...
  15. Cooling Systems
    I am about to flush my Forester 2012 (AT/non turbo) radiator but I'm not sure if there is a drain plug for the engine block besides the radiator drain plug itself? Crawled under, removed the plastic covering protection but couldn't find any drain plug for the engine block, only the outlet hose...
  16. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    My transmission cooler is leaking in my '06 Forester so I need to replace my radiator. It's an automatic. I don't know what maintenance was done by the previous owner, but my accessory belts were starting to crack so I assume the timing belt maintenance is long overdue as well. I'm just gonna...
  17. Cooling Systems
    Hey y’all. It’s been a while since I’ve needed help here. Last week my radiator ruptured on my way home from work. Got my new radiator from Rock Auto today. Replaced it without issue other than needing to replace trans line hoses. I fill radiator and started running the engine. At first there...
  18. Cooling Systems
    Hello all! It's unfortunately my turn at the radiator leak party (exactly at 100k miles, third gen 2.0L NA), the upper part stated leaking all over the place and spraying coolant on the engine. I bought a Nissens 67723. Unfortunately once arrived I noticed two side cuts on the brackets almost...
  19. Cooling Systems
    Hi all, Late last year my beloved 2003 with 230k miles overheated on the interstate--we had it towed home and discovered a cracked radiator. Radiator, thermostat, water pump, and timing belt components were all replaced. After replacing those parts, it idled fine and drove fine for several...
  20. Cooling Systems
    Today I ran my car for a few minutes, shut if off and looked under the hood and my coolant overflow was full to the top, with my radiator looking very empty again. When I opened the radiator cap some coolant shot out of the reservoir, scared the crap out of me but it was barely even warm, I...
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