Common problems, need your help - FAQ!

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abacall

Discussion Starter · Feb 21, 2008 (Edited by Moderator)

I notice so many posts asking the same questions. I thought it would be really beneficial to start a thread that will contain common problems and solutions to the new and old Forester owners. All in one place.

Since this forum is read-only, please PM a mod or admin with any common problems you have noticed, and include a link to a thread that does a good job covering the issue. We'll take it from there.

Format:
Suggested Heading
Common problem
Link

Example:
Turbo Questions
What does this acronym mean?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=17064

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abacall

Discussion Starter · #2 · Feb 21, 2008 (Edited)

Turbo questions

What does this acronym mean?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=17064

Am I hitting the right target boost?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=16146

Can I use non-premium fuel in the Turbo?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=19634
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=20711

I want to go Faster!!
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=8337

I want a quiet exhaust
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=25959

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abacall

Discussion Starter · #3 · Feb 21, 2008 (Edited)

Suspension questions

I want to turn better!
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=10696

abacall

Discussion Starter · #4 · Feb 21, 2008 (Edited)

Brakes questions

Brake vibration
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=15608

Are there differences in rotors?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=23992

abacall

Discussion Starter · #5 · Feb 21, 2008 (Edited by Moderator)

Exterior/Interior/Electronics

Can't turn off my parking lights!
Help, I can't turn off my parking lights - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

Help! Airbag light is on.
Most likely the infamous yellow connectors. Easy fix, if you're lucky!

I installed aftermarket Driving Lights but they won't go off when I switch to low beams.
How to fix that....

How do I disable my D.R.L.'s? Non HID
Scoobymods has you covered! DRL disable

High pitch sound from windshield at speeds
Windscreen noise at speed or during strong crosswinds - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

What are these green connectors for?
Green connectors/test mode

Screeching Window
Window Vibration/Ear Piercing noise?? - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

My Clock is dead!
SF
Oh no my clock doesn't work - Subaru Forester Owners Forum
Overhead Console Clock FIX - ScoobyMods
SG
2003 Forester - Clock Repair - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

One Dim Headlight!
What happens when a headlight fuse blows - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

Melted Headlight Socket
Headlamp Connector Replacement - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

Where can I get ACC power?
Where to get Power for an accessory - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

Weird Cruise Control Actions
Cruise control making me nuts - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

Can I get an Ipod hardwired?
iPod using Aux Input on rear - Subaru Forester Owners Forum

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abacall

Discussion Starter · #6 · Feb 22, 2008 (Edited by Moderator)

General ownership questions

Who is this Jackie person I keep hearing about?
Jackie is the Internet Sales person in the parts department at Annapolis Subaru, one of our supporting vendors. She has established herself as a genuine friend of our forum. Give her a call (866 509-3019 toll free) and she'll sort out any parts problem you might have, give you a great price, and get the parts on their way to you right away. Be sure to tell her that you're one of us.

General Forester Info
http://www.cars101.com/forester.html

Break-In Procedure
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=23682
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=11409

Synthetic Oil?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=23276
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=20517
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=26004

How often do I change the oil?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=26815
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=19468
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=23245

Ticking/Tapping noise from engine
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=171741&postcount=9
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=26529

P0420 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency Below Threshold
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=19374

Any tranny questions
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=14804

My Car is Lurching
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=23712

Check Engine Light and Flashing Cruise light
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=28379

Hill Holder?
http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=1611

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bbottomley

· #7 · Feb 9, 2012

Links to Scoobymods don't work!

Try this workaround.

http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f62/broken-links-scoobymods-108017/

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