Maintenance on a 2003 subaru forester car talk community. Installing a subaru forester exhaust system is a simple matter for as long as you follow the guide. Forester mpg fuel efficient cars 2016 subaru forester. Failed catalytic converters have also been reported. As part of that commitment, weve made it easy to learn more about the takata airbag inflator recall the largest recall in automotive history, currently affecting vehicles across the industry and how your subaru may be impacted. Ive noticed that the auto at least on the 2006s is rated 1 mpg better than the manual. The allwheeldrive awd subaru forester, first brought to america in 2002, is a popular compact crossover suv in the snowbelt. Took my 3 lifted forester out to play in some mud with some other 4wds. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2007 subaru forester wagon 5d x awd. We barely get 400 km per tank if we run it almost dry.
Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2003 subaru forester wagon 5d xs awd. Brand new 2011 outback shouldnt have problems with steering 2015 subaru outback 5,000 mi. Ive scoured within 100 miles, and out in the boonies i found a lone 2003 forester x, manual, 75k miles. In this application it develops power and torque figures of 5 bhp 7 ps101 kw at 5600 rpm and 186 nm 7 lbft19 kgm at 3200 rpm. Subaru forester p0741 obdii transmission code diagnosis. Can you recommend a product to prevent catalytic converter theft. Getting white smoke at startup after sitting over night or for multiple hours usually temps around 40 50 degrees. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Gas mileage 2003 forester subaru forester owners forum.
Discussion in general started by gabe1475, feb 10, 2010. This car has a 5 door offroad vehicle type body with a front mounted engine driving through all four wheels. The subaru forester xt is a four wheel drive car, with its engine mounted in the front, and a 5 door offroad vehicle bodyshell. Save time and money by doingit yourself, with the confidence only a 20032005 subaru foresterservice repair manual can provide. Co2 carbon dioxide, mileage, fuel economy and other emissions data for subaru forester cars. The vehicles pcm powertrain control module will throw the p0741 trouble code in the forester if there is a difference that is greater than 200 rpm between the transmission input shaft and the torque converter speed. The subaru foresters gas mileage figures are good for an awd model, with highway ratings for the naturallyaspirated editions in the high twenty mile per gallon mpg range. The supplemental restraint system srs air bags affords the driver and front passenger additional protection in a moderate to severe frontal or when equipped with frontseat sideimpact air bags a sideimpact collision.
Replacing spark plugs according to owners manual recommendations an using genuine subaru spark plugs will help maintain maximum mpg. Get detailed information on the 2003 subaru forester including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. Subaru dealers pretty much hose the customer with the head gasket repair. Blew the head gasket causing antifreeze leak stephen g. Were a bit strapped for cash and are looking to trade in plus some cash for a forester no outbacks says the wife, because she likes the height of the forester. Gas mileage of 2003 vehicles by subaru fuel economy. Summary of contents for subaru forester 2003 page 1 2003 model year pdf service manual general information section pub. This manual includes the procedures for maintenance, disassembling, reas.
Ended up with 41 for the trip back and 29 for the trip there 35mpg average for the. Poor fuel economy we have had our 2003 forester for 7 years, and the fuel economy is notoriously poor. Replace camshaft drive belt, engine oil, and oil filter, and inspect disk brake pads, steering, suspension, front and rear wheel bearing lubricant. For this model it provides power and torque figures of 216 bhp 219 ps161 kw at 5500 rpm and 309 nm 228 lbft31. Steering wheel not only vibrates at high speeds 6575mph, car shutters when turning at slower speeds and when accelerating 520mph. How much different would you estimate is the manual tranny vs. Generally goes down in the summer when i have the array of racks on the roof and up in the winter.
Why should you consider or avoid a used subaru forester. Its 4 cylinder, single overhead camshaft naturally aspirated powerplant has 4 valves per cylinder and a volume of 2 litres. Achieving up to 32 highway mpg 1 with standard subaru symmetrical allwheel drive, the 2016 forester enables you to go up to 500 miles on a tank of fuel 2. Furthermore, aftermarket subaru forester exhaust systems come with a polished exhaust tip attached to enhance the gleaming exterior of your car. The problem is a stuttering mostly in 2nd gear on acceleration. Page 1 2003 owner s manual always wear your seatbelt page 2 foreword congratulations on choosing a subaru vehicle. We noticed pretty quickly how capable the subaru was compared to the other 4wds in t. Can i assume you were in 5th gear overdrive between 60 75 mph at a steady pace. With plenty of room for storage on family trips, or when taking items to be recycled or moved, your vehicle provides the room and convenience for your task at hand. Subaru maintenance schedules and new car breakin period 2000 through 2009, links for 2010, 2011.
On the trip to flagstaf over the weekend, i shut the engine on the way back for an 11 mile coast and got the mpg up to 50 for the first 60 miles. Id like to get 300,000 miles out of this car, and have been happy so far. The most accurate 2003 subaru foresters mpg estimates based on real world results of 3. View and download subaru forester 2003 service manual online. View detailed gas mileage data for the 2003 subaru forester. Repairsurge is compatible with any internetenabled computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet device. Use our handy tool to get estimated annual fuel costs based on your driving habits. The subaru foresters gas mileage figures are good for an awd model. The used 2003 subaru forester wagon is offered in the following styles. The 2017 subaru foresters in this analysis were driven mostly in the city about 54. Owner mpg estimates 2003 subaru forester awd 4 cyl, 2.
This all seems reasonable, but i thought id ask for comments anyway. This service manual haseasytoread text sections with top quality diagrams and instructions. The 4 cylinder, double overhead camshaft turbocharged engine has 4 valves per cylinder and a displacement of 2 litres. To see how frequently 2003 subaru forester problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Manufacturers also provide an instruction manual to providing all the installation help you need. Recently i have heard a high pitched screeching sound that appears to be coming from the front of the car under the hood. White smoke exhaust startup subaru forester owners forum. Subaru forester performance exhaust systems mufflers. This is standard for any vehicle made in or after the 1996. View and download subaru 2003 forester owners manual online. Select a model to see real mpg figures or submit your own. Please see the subaru navigation system owners manual for more information on how to properly connect your smartphone devices bluetooth.
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