Maintenance SUBARU FORESTER 2007 SG / 2.G Repair Manual

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Wattage Bulb No.
1) High beam headlight 12V-60W 9005 (HB3)
2) Low beam headlight Canada-spec. 2.5XT 12V-35W D2R
All except Canada-spec.
2.5XT 12V-55W H1
3) Front turn signal light 12V-21W (Amber) 1474
4) Map light 12V-8W –
5) Dome light 12V-8W –
6) Side marker light (Front) 12V-5W 168
7) Front fog light 12V-51W 9006 (HB4)
8) Parking light 12V-5W 168
9) High mount stop light 12V-13W 912
10) Cargo area light 12V-5W –
11) Tail/stop light 12V-21/5W 7443
12) Backup light 12V-16W 921
13) Rear turn signal light 12V-21W (Amber) 1474
14) Tail/stop light 12V-21/5W 7443
15) License plate light 12V-5W 168
„ Headlights (Canada-spec.
2.5XT)
Replace any bulb only with a new
bulb of the specified wattage. Using
a bulb of different wattage could re-
sult in a fire.
High-intensity-discharge (HID) bulbs
are used for the low beams of the
headlights on the Canada-spec.
2.5XT. These HID bulbs use an ex-
tremely high voltage. To avoid the
risk of an electric shock and result-
ing serious injury, you should not at-
tempt to replace them. Neither
should you attempt to replace the
high-beam bulbs, remove/refit the
headlight assemblies, or remove any
headlight-assembly components.
For replacement of the headlight
bulbs (low-beam and high-beam), re-
moval and installation of the head-
light assemblies, and removal of
headlight-assembly components,
contact your SUBARU dealer.

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„Headlights (Except Canada-
spec. 2.5XT)
NOTE
y If headlight aiming is required, con-
sult your SUBARU dealer for proper
adjustment of the headlight aim. y It may be difficult to replace the
bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer re-
place the bulbs if necessary. Before replacing the left-hand (battery-
side) low- or high-beam light bulb, remove
the screw that retains the windshield
washer nozzle and tip the windshield
washer nozzle sideways. T
Low beam light bulbs
1. Remove the bulb cover, by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the retainer spring, then pull
out the bulb and electrical connector unit.
Halogen headlight bulbs become
very hot while in use. If you touch
the bulb surface with bare hands or
greasy gloves, finger prints or
grease on the bulb surface will de-
velop into hot spots and cause the
bulb to break. If there are finger
prints or grease on the bulb surface,
wipe them away with a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol.
B00393
B00385
B00386

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3. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb.
4. Install a new bulb into the electrical
connector, then set the retainer spring se-
curely.
5. Install the bulb cover.
T
High beam light bulbs
1. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb.
2. Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Replace the bulb with new one.
4. Reconnect the electrical connector. At
this time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
5. To install the bulb to the headlight as-
sembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. „
Rear combination lights
1. Remove the upper and lower screws.
Then, slide the rear combination lamp as-
sembly to the rear and remove it from the
vehicle.
B00387
700093
B00388
B00389

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1) Tail/stop light
2) Backup light
3) Rear turn signal light
4) Tail/stop light
2. Remove the bulb holder from the rear
combination light assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb from the holder. Install a
new bulb.
4. Set the bulb holder into the rear combi-
nation light assembly and turn it clockwise
until it locks.
5. Reinstall the rear combination light as-
sembly. „
License plate light
0
1. Remove the mounting screws using a
Phillips screwdriver.
2. Remove the cover and lens.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.
4. Reinstall the lens and cover.
5. Tighten the mounting screws. „
Dome light and map light
Dome light
Map light
1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
1
2
3
4B00390
B00391B00090
B00091

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the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.
3. Reinstall the lens. „High mount stop light
0
1. Remove the mounting screws using a
Phillips screwdriver and then remove the
high mount stop light cover.
2. Pull the bulb from the socket. Install a
new bulb.
3. Reinstall the cover.
4. Tighten the mounting screws then rein-
stall the covers.
NOTE
Other bulbs may be difficult to replace.
Have your SUBARU dealer replace these bulbs if necessary.
B00547

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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Tire information .................................................. 13-2Tire labeling ............................................................. 13-2
Recommended tire inflation pressure .................. 13-5
Glossary of tire terminology .................................. 13-6
Tire care – maintenance and safety practices ..... 13-7
Vehicle load limit – how to determine ................... 13-8
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ...................................................... 13-10
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires .............. 13-11
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit ........... 13-11
Uniform tire quality grading standards ............ 13-12 Treadwear ................................................................ 13-12
Traction AA, A, B, C ................................................ 13-12
Temperature A, B, C ............................................... 13-12
Reporting safety defects (USA) ......................... 13-13

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asymmetrical tire that has a particu-
lar side that must always face out-
ward when mounting on a vehicle.
y Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be
replaced) of floor mats, leather seats
and cross bars to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether installed
or not). y Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and
coolant and air conditioning. y Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of curb weight, accessory
weight, vehicle capacity weight and
production options weight. y Normal occupant weight
150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of
occupants (3 occupants). y Occupant distribution
Distribution of occupants in a vehicle,
2 in front, 1 in rear seat. y Production options weight
The combined weight of those in-
stalled regular production options weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in ex-
cess of those standards items which
they replace, not previously consid-
ered in curb weight or accessory
weight.
y Vehicle capacity weight
The total weight of cargo, luggage
and occupants that can be added to
the vehicle. y Vehicle maximum load on a tire
Load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its
share of the maximum loaded vehicle
weight and dividing by two. y Vehicle normal load on a tire
Load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its
share of the curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight
and dividing by two. „ Tire care – maintenance and
safety practices
y Check on a daily basis that the tires
are free from serious damage, nails,
and stones. At the same time, check
the tires for abnormal wear. y Inspect the tire tread regularly and
replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible. When
a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes
visible, the tire is worn beyond the ac-
ceptable limit and must be replaced
immediately. With a tire in this condi-
tion, driving at even low speeds in wet
weather can cause the vehicle to hy-
droplane. Possible resulting loss of
vehicle control can lead to an acci-
dent.
y To maximize the life of each tire and
ensure that the tires wear uniformly, it
is best to rotate the tires every 7,500
miles (12,500 km). Rotating the tires
involves switching the front and rear
tires on the right-hand side of the ve-
hicle and similarly switching the front
and rear tires on the left-hand side of
the vehicle. (Each tire must be kept on
its original side of the vehicle.) Re-
place any damaged or unevenly worn
tire at the time of rotation. After tire ro-
tation, adjust the tire pressures and
make sure the wheel nuts are correct-
ly tightened. A tightening torque spec-
ification and a tightening sequence
specification for the wheel nuts can be
found “Flat tires” in Chapter 9.

Index 14-5
M
Main fuse ........................................................................ 11-42
MaintenancePrecautions .................................................................. 11-3
Schedule ...................................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt ....................................................................... 1-19
Tools ............................................................................ 9-14
Malfunction indicator lamp ................................................ 3-11
Manual
Climate control system .................................................. 4-3
Seat ............................................................................... 1-3
Transmission ................................................................. 7-9
Transmission oil ......................................................... 11-18
Map lights ........................................................................... 6-3
Maximum load limits ......................................................... 8-18
Meters and gauges ............................................................. 3-6
Mirrors .............................................................................. 3-25
Moonroof ................................................................. 2-21, 9-13 N
New vehicle break-in driving ............................................... 8-2 O
Odometer/Trip meter .......................................................... 3-6
Off road driving ................................................................... 8-6
Oil filter ............................................................................. 11-8
Oil level
Engine ......................................................................... 11-8
Manual transmission .................................................. 11-18
Rear differential ......................................................... 11-22
Oil pressure warning light ................................................. 3-12 Outside mirrors ................................................................. 3-27
Outside temperature indicator ............................................ 3-8
Overhead console ............................................................... 6-6 P
Parking brake ......................................................... 7-20, 11-30
Stroke ......................................................................... 11-30
Parking light switch ........................................................... 3-20
Parking your vehicle ......................................................... 7-19
Periodic inspections ............................................................ 8-4
Pocket ................................................................................. 6-7 Power
Door locking switches .................................................... 2-6
Seat ................................................................................ 1-4
Steering ........................................................................ 7-15
Steering fluid level ...................................................... 11-23
Windows ...................................................................... 2-18
R
Rear Combination lights ..................................................... 11-47
Differential gear oil level ............................................. 11-22
Gate .................................................................... 2-20, 9-13
Seats .............................................................................. 1-7
Viscous limited slip differential (LSD) ........................... 7-15
Rear window
Defogger button ........................................................... 3-24
Wiper and washer switch ............................................. 3-23
Wiper blade ................................................................ 11-38
Remote keyless entry system ............................................. 2-6

14-6 Index
ReplacingAir cleaner element .................................................... 11-15
Battery (remote keyless entry) ....................................... 2-8
Bulbs ......................................................................... 11-44
Transmitters ................................................................... 2-9
Rocking the vehicle .......................................................... 8-11
Roof rail and crossbar ...................................................... 8-13 S
Safety
Precautions when driving .................................................. 4
Symbol .............................................................................. 2
Warnings ........................................................................... 2
Seat height adjustment (drivers seat) ................................. 1-4
Seatbelt .................................................................................. 4
Extender ...................................................................... 1-20
Maintenance ................................................................ 1-19
Pretensioners .............................................................. 1-21
Safety tips .................................................................... 1-10
Warning light and chime ....................................... 1-12, 3-9
Seatbelts .......................................................................... 1-10
Seats Fabric .......................................................................... 10-4
Heater ............................................................................ 1-7
Selector lever (AT vehicles) ............................................. 7-11
Self-leveling rear suspension ........................................... 7-25
Shift lock release .............................................................. 7-14
Shift position indicator ...................................................... 3-15
Shopping bag hook .......................................................... 6-14
Snow tires ........................................................................ 8-10
Snowy and icy roads .......................................................... 8-9
Spark plugs .................................................................... 11-17 Specifications ................................................................... 12-2
Speedometer ...................................................................... 3-6 SRS
Airbag system warning light ......................................... 3-10
Frontal airbag ............................................................... 1-40
Side airbag ................................................................... 1-52
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 4, 1-36
Steering wheel Power ........................................................................... 7-15
Tilt wheel ...................................................................... 3-28
Storage compartments ....................................................... 6-4
Sun visors ........................................................................... 6-3
Supplemental Restraint System airbag ............................ 1-36
Synthetic leather upholstery ............................................. 10-5 T
Tachometer ........................................................................ 3-7
Temperature gauge ............................................................ 3-8
Temperature warning (AT OIL TEMP) .............................. 3-12
Tie-down hooks ................................................................ 9-11
Tilt steering wheel ............................................................. 3-28
Tire Chains .......................................................................... 8-10
Inspection .................................................................. 11-30
Pressures and wear ................................................... 11-31
Replacement .............................................................. 11-34
Rotation ..................................................................... 11-34
Types ......................................................................... 11-30
Top tether anchorages ..................................................... 1-34
Towing .............................................................................. 9-10
All wheels on the ground ............................................. 9-12
Flat-bed truck ............................................................... 9-12

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TrailerConnecting .................................................................. 8-16
Hitch ................................................................... 8-16, 8-21
Towing ......................................................................... 8-18
Towing tips .................................................................. 8-23
Turn signal indicator lights ................................................ 3-15
Turn signal lever ............................................................... 3-19 U
Under-floor storage compartment ..................................... 6-15 V
Valet mode ....................................................................... 2-15
Vanity mirror ....................................................................... 6-3
Vehicle Capacity weight ........................................................... 8-12
Identification .............................................................. 12-10
Symbols ............................................................................ 3
Ventilator ............................................................................ 4-2 W
Warning and indicator lights ............................................... 3-9
Warning lights
ABS ............................................................................. 3-13
All-Wheel Drive ............................................................ 3-15
Anti-lock Brake system ................................................ 3-13
AT OIL TEMPerature ................................................... 3-12
Brake system ............................................................... 3-13
Charge ......................................................................... 3-12
CHECK ENGINE ......................................................... 3-11
Door open .................................................................... 3-14 Low fuel ........................................................................ 3-14
Oil pressure .................................................................. 3-12
Seatbelt ................................................................. 1-12, 3-9
SRS airbag system ...................................................... 3-10
Warranties and maintenance ............................................ 8-18
Washing ............................................................................ 10-2
Waxing and polishing ........................................................ 10-3
Wear indicators ............................................................... 11-33
Wheel Alignment ..................................................................... 12-5
Aluminum ................................................................... 11-35
Balance ...................................................................... 11-32
Replacement .............................................................. 11-35
Windows ........................................................................... 2-18
Windshield Washer fluid ............................................................... 11-35
Wiper and washer switches ......................................... 3-22
Wiper deicer ................................................................. 3-24
Windshield wiper blades
Replacement .............................................................. 11-37
Winter driving ...................................................................... 8-7
Wiper and washer ............................................................. 3-21