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The Subaru Forester is a crossover produced because 1997 by Fuji Heavy Industries plus available beneath the Subaru brand.The Forester was introduced at the Tokyo Motor Show November 1995 because the Streega concept, plus prepared accessible for sale February 1997

The Subaru Forester is a crossover produced because 1997 by Fuji Heavy Industries plus available beneath the Subaru brand. Available inside Japan from 1997, the Forester shares its platform with all the Impreza. It was introduced inside 1997 because a compact crossover wagon. After 10 years of creation, it grew with a mid-size crossover SUV.

The Forester was introduced at the Tokyo Motor Show November 1995 because the Streega concept, plus prepared accessible for sale February 1997 inside Japan, plus with the US marketplace inside 1998. The Forester was among the initial emerging crossover SUVs. It was integrated the design of the auto, however, had a taller stance, high h-point seating, plus an all-wheel drive drive train. Subaru advertising employed the slogan "SUV tough, Car Easy". It selected the Impreza platform nevertheless with all the bigger 2.5-liter DOHC EJ25D four-cylinder boxer engine within the Outback, creating 165 hp at 5600 rpm plus 162 lb·ft of torque at 4000 rpm.

In Japan, the Forester changed the Subaru Impreza Gravel Express, acknowledged inside the USA because the Subaru Outback Sport. But, the Outback Sport stayed inside creation for the U.S. marketplace. The Forester appeared following the introduction of the Nissan Rasheen inside Japan with a synonymous appearance, as well as the Forester's Japanese competitors include the Mitsubishi RVR, as well as the Suzuki Grand Vitara. Due to the Forester's low center of gravity, it meets the United States federal protection guidelines for passenger cars, plus refuses to need the risk of rollover alert label found on the driver's visor. Size plus price-wise, it fits involving the shared Impreza platform, as well as the heavier Legacy.
2000–2002 Subaru Forester Limited

The automatic transmissions chosen about AWD prepared cars can usually send 90% of the engine's torque with the front wheels plus 10% with the back wheels, utilizing a computer-controlled, constantly varying, multi-plate transfer clutch. Whenever the transmission detects a speed difference of better than 20% involving the front plus back axle sets, the transmission slowly sends force with the back wheels. Under slip conditions it will achieve an equal split inside front plus back axle speeds.

Whenever accelerating or driving uphill, the vehicle's fat shifts rearward, reducing front wheel traction, causing the transmission with automatically send torque with the back wheels with pay. Whenever braking or driving downhill, the vehicle's fat shifts towards the front, reducing back wheel traction. The transmission again compensates by sending torque with the front wheels for greater steering control plus braking performance. If the automatic is located inside reverse or initially gear, the transmission divides the torque 50-50 with both front plus back wheels. The manual transmission vehicles are set up with a close 50/50 torque split because a base setting, plus it varied from there. Essentially, the manual vehicles are set up with more bias towards the back than the automatic vehicles.

The trim degrees were the simple model, followed by the "L" as well as the totally prepared "S" for the USA versions.

Forester L comes with a significant amount of standard equipment, including ABS, air conditioner, force windows, energy locks, cruise control, digital temperature gauge, multi-reflector halogen headlights, fog lights, rooftop rack, back window defogger, trailer harness connector, reclining front bucket seats with adjustable lumbar help, tilt steering, tinted glass, AM/FM/cassette stereo with its antenna laminated inside the left-rear quarter window, 24-hour roadside assistance. Notably new inside 2001 are the three-point seatbelts for all five seating positions, including force limiters inside front plus height-adjustable shoulder belt anchors for front plus back outboard positions, and back seat headrests for all 3 seating positions.

Forester S adds a viscous limited-slip differential, back disk brakes, 16 × 6.5-inch alloy wheels with 215/60R16 wheels, upgraded moquette upholstery, heated front seats with web storage pouches inside back, double vanity mirrors, heated sideview mirrors plus keyless entry. New equipment for 2001 involves Titanium pearl paint for the bumpers plus cladding; six-disc in-dash CD sound system; leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift knob plus handbrake handle; varying intermittent wipers with de-icers plus driver’s side fin; as well as the five-spoke alloy wheels. Many models were loaded with the $1000 optional premium package found on the Forester S, including monotone paint, force moonroof, front side-impact airbags, plus gold highlight wheels. Other choices were the $800 automatic transmission, $39 chrome tailpipe cover plus $183 auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass, delivering the sticker cost with $25,412 including $495 delivery.

The Forester had 4 principal models obtainable in Australia:

There had been a change inside body styling for all 2001–2002 models, as well as the 2001/2002 GT spec additionally had a change inside engine administration plus force output was improved from 125 kW with 130 kW.

GX - naturally aspirated 2.0 L flat-4, 92 kW
Engine size 1994 cc
Compression ratio 9.7:1
Dual range gearbox - guide only
Acceleration 0–100 km/h 10.7 secs

Limited - naturally aspirated 2.0 L flat-4, 92 kW
Engine size 1994 cc
Compression ratio 9.7:1
Dual range gearbox - guide only
Acceleration 0–100 km/h 10.7 secs

Special Edition - naturally aspirated 2.0 L flat-4, 92 kW
Engine Size 1994 cc
Compression Ratio 9.7:1
Dual range gearbox - guide only
Acceleration 0–100 km/h 10.7 secs

GT - turbocharged 2.0 L flat-4, 125 kW
GT - turbocharged 2.0 L flat-4, 130 kW
Engine size 1994 cc
Turbo TF035
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Acceleration 0–100 km/h 8.4 secs


Many automatic transmissions provide the driver a certain amount of manual control over the transmission's shifts. Those controls take many forms:

Throttle kickdown
Many automatic transmissions include certain signifies of forcing a downshift into the lowest potential gear ratio when the throttle pedal is totally depressed. In numerous elder designs, kickdown is accomplished by mechanically actuating a valve inside the transmission. Many contemporary designs employ a solenoid-operated valve which is caused with a switch found on the throttle linkage or by the engine control device inside reaction with an abrupt heighten inside engine energy.
Mode selection
Allows the driver with select between preset shifting programs. For instance, Economy mode saves gas by upshifting at lower engine speeds, when Sport mode delays upshifting for maximum acceleration. Some transmission units have Winter mode, where high gear ratios are selected with keep revs because low because potential when about slippery surfaces. The methods furthermore change how the computer responds with throttle input.
Lower gear ranges
Conventionally, automatic transmissions have selector positions which enable the driver with limit the maximum ratio which the transmission can engage. On elder transmissions, this was accomplished with a mechanical lockout inside the transmission valve body preventing an upshift till the lockout was disengaged; about computer-controlled transmissions, the same impact is accomplished by firmware. The transmission could nevertheless upshift plus downshift automatically between your staying ratios: for illustration, inside the 3 range, a transmission may shift from initially with next with 3rd, however not into 4th or high ratios. Many transmissions might nevertheless upshift automatically into the high ratio when the engine reaches its maximum permissible speed inside the chosen range.
Manual controls
Many transmissions have a mode inside that the driver has full control of ratio changes, completely overriding the automated function of the hydraulic controller. Such control is very beneficial inside cornering, with avoid unwelcome upshifts or downshifts which can compromise the vehicle's balance or traction. "Manumatic" shifters, initially popularized by Porsche inside the 1990s below the trade name Tiptronic, have become a prevalent choice about sports vehicles plus additional performance cars. With the near-universal prevalence of electronically controlled transmissions, they are comparatively easy plus inexpensive, requiring just software changes, as well as the provision of the actual guide controls for the driver. The amount of true guide control offered is very variable: certain systems might override the driver's choices below certain conditions, mostly inside the interest of preventing engine damage. Because these gearboxes have a throttle kickdown switch, it really is impossible with totally exploit the engine force at low with medium engine speeds.
Second gear takeoff
Many automatics, very those fitted with bigger capability or excellent torque motors, either whenever "2" is manually chosen, or by engaging a winter mode, can begin off inside next gear rather of initially, plus then not shift into a high gear till returned with "D." Additionally note which because with many American automatic transmissions, choosing "2" utilizing the selection lever will likely not tell the transmission with be inside just 2nd gear; quite, it might merely limit the transmission with 2nd gear following prolonging the length of first gear by high speeds than regular surgery. The 2000–2002 Lincoln LS V8 began inside 2nd gear throughout many begins both inside winter plus different seasons by choosing the "D5" transmission selection notch inside the shiftgate, while "D4" might constantly commence inside first gear. This really is completed with minimize torque multiplication whenever proceeding forward from a standstill inside conditions where traction was limited — about snow- or ice-covered roads, for illustration.

Many automatic transmissions modified or crafted particularly for drag racing can moreover include the transmission brake, or "trans-brake," because element of the guide valve body. Activated by electric solenoid control, a trans-brake simultaneously engages the initial plus reverse gears, locking the transmission plus preventing the input shaft from turning. This enables the driver of the auto with raise the engine RPM from the resistance of the torque converter, then launch the vehicle by releasing the trans-brake switch.

The 2nd generation was initially introduced because a 2003 model at the 2002 Chicago Car Show, based found on the modern Impreza platform, featuring many fine-tune improvements over the previous model. The 2003 Forester qualities weight-saving refinements including an aluminum bonnet, perforated rails, along with a hydro-formed front sub-frame. The many noticeable change was the providing of 2.5 L versions plus inside the U.S. the introduction of the turbo charged 2.5L model.

In the U.S., inside 2003, a turbocharged Forester, the XT, was introduced alongside the naturally aspirated X plus XS inside the United States because a 2004 model. But, the same model had been accessible because the late 1990s elsewhere inside the globe. The X plus XS models feature a 2.5 L SOHC engine, when the XT model attributes a 2.5 L turbocharged DOHC engine. Both machines have timing belt driven camshafts. The XT model utilizes the same Mitsubishi TD04 turbocharger chosen inside the Subaru Impreza WRX. The engine inside the 2004 with 2005 Forester XT is the EJ255. Those looking more energy for their Forester XT will substitute the turbocharger plus intercooler with selected STI components that are available. All Forester 2.5 L machines are of the interference engine kind.

In 2004, Subaru introduced an STI variant of the Forester, the Forester STI, for the Japanese Market. It shared the same engine because the 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STI, nevertheless because of different tuning produced 320 bhp. 2005 equally saw the introduction of Subaru's AVCS program because standard about all machines chosen inside the Forester.

For the 2006 model year, Subaru gave the SG a facelift, utilizing redesigned headlights, tail-lights, bonnet, grille, front bumper plus side-moldings.
Safety

MY03-04 Models has a 4-Star ANCAP protection rating MY05 Forester Model had a mid-life update, the update improved its ANCAP protection rating with 5 Stars.

In 2006, the turbocharged engine was granted International Engine of the Year. This engine is furthermore employed inside the Subaru Impreza WRX, and also the re-badged Saab 9-2XAero.
Maintenance

The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder machines have a timing belt made from rubber plus cord. This belt need to be changed at 105,000 miles. These machines are interference motors, meaning which when the timing belt breaks or stretches, the pistons usually hit the valves, causing an engine teardown, along with a probably rebuild. Additionally, when this belt is changed about 105,000 miles, it happens to be a wise decision with change water pump, thermostat, belt tensioner plus all of the idler pulleys for this belt. The water pump plus thermostat are behind this belt. It makes sense with substitute them at this time. In Australia for the Series II vehicles, the Subaru changed the recommended service interval for the timing belt substitution within the 100,000 kilometers with 125,000 kilometres. The 3.0-liter 6-cylinder motors never have this belt; they have a timing chain. This refuses to need to be changed at 105,000 kilometers. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine inside the first-generation Foresters showcased head gaskets that were inclined with premature failure. For 2003 plus later, this problem was addressed with a revised, high operating shape.

The Forester had 3 key models obtainable in Australia till July 2005:

X - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 112 kW
XS - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 112 kW
XT - turbocharged 2.5 L flat-4, 155 kW

The Forester at the time had 3 key models obtainable in Australia from August 2005 Series II:

X - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 121 kW
XS - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 121 kW
XT - turbocharged 2.5 L flat-4, 169 kW

The Luxury Pack edition was an alternative about all models - permitting for leather seats along with a sunroof. These choices were furthermore included with all the Columbia edition. The Weekender edition included fog lights, rooftop racks plus alloy wheels. Standard with all the Manufacture Year 2006 Forester came with greater side mirrors with signal lights, curtain airbags providing a 5 star protection rating, remodelled centre system plus outdoor with a unique look nose, lights plus bumpers as well as the back lost the big Subaru badge beneath the back window.

X - Air conditioning, CD player, force windows, ABS plus cruise control.
XS - Car levelling back suspension, 16 inch Alloy Wheels, Fog lights, Climate Control plus Cd Stacker - 6 Disc In Dash.
XT - As the XS however with 17 inch Alloy Wheels, high-intensity discharge headlights, Momo steering wheel plus 7 Speaker Stereo.


Subaru unveiled the model year 2008 Forester inside Japan about December 25, 2007. The North American variation debuted at the 2008 North American International Car Show inside Detroit.
Pre-facelift Subaru Forester 2.5 XS

The 3rd generation Forester was styled by Subaru Chief Designer Mamoru Ishii. The dimensions obtain from technicians utilizing the simple body structure of the Japanese-spec Impreza wagon with all the back platform of the U.S.-spec Impreza sedan. The Forester's wheelbase has improved 3.5 inches, with total increases of 3.0 inches inside size, 1.8 inches inside width plus four.3 inches inside height. Notably, the 3rd generation Forester forgoes the frameless side windows utilized about Subarus because the early 1970s. The 3rd generation embraces the vehicle based SUV, plus leaves behind the elder wagon design; it's greater inside almost each dimension plus qualities a sloping rooftop line with more cargo area.

The independent double wishbone back suspension has been redesigned for greater handling along with a easier ride over the past generation. "Sportshift" has been included with all the four-speed computer-controlled automatic transmission. The in-dash, touch-screen satellite navigation program is Bluetooth suitable, plus has the premium stereo integrated. Subaru moreover has the six-speaker premium stereo, with surround sound enlargement, separate within the navigation program.

The brand-new model adds 3.5 inches with the Forester's wheelbase, therefore improving inside area plus cargo space expandable with 69 cu ft). Ground clearance for the Forester is today 8.9 inches.
Europe
Pre-facelift Subaru Forester 2.0 X

The Forester is obtainable in Europe with all the prevalent 2.0 liter EJ20 gasoline engine with Active Valve Control System paired with either 5-speed guide or 4-speed automatic gearbox, as well as the all-new diesel-powered horizontally opposed engine, called the Subaru EE plus six-speed guide gearbox, that was introduced at the 2008 Paris Motor Show inside October. The diesel engine produces a energy output of 147 PS.

In the UK, the gasoline-powered Forester is available inside the favored X plus XS models, whilst trim level for the diesel models are X, XC, plus XS NavPlus.
Australia
Interior

There are 7 requirements with many trim plus performance levels:

X: Base model - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 126 kW 229 Nm
XS: Lower deluxe non-turbo model - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 126 kW 229 Nm
XS: Premium deluxe non-turbo model - naturally aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 126 kW 229 Nm
2.0 Diesel: turbo-diesel 2.0 L flat-4, 108 kW 350 Nm
2.0 Diesel: Premium - turbo-diesel 2.0 L flat-4, 108 kW 350 Nm
XT: Lower deluxe turbo model - turbocharged 2.5 L flat-4, 169 kW 320 Nm
XT: Premium deluxe turbo model - turbocharged 2.5 L flat-4, 169 kW 320 Nm
S-Edition: - turbocharged 2.5 L flat-4 193 kW 347 Nm



Summary of standard trim plus equipment over different Australian models.

Wheels plus tyres. The X model comes with 16" steel wheels. The 2.0 diesel model comes with 16" alloy wheels. All additional models come with 17" alloy wheels.
Suspension. The X model comes with double wishbone sort, independent suspension found on the back of the vehicle. All additional models come with self-levelling double wishbone sort, independent suspension found on the back.
Miscellaneous. The Premium versions of the 2.0 diesel, XS plus XT models come with leather seating plus an electrical sunroof. These goods are not accessible because choices about additional models.
Transmission. The X guide comes with a double range, 5-speed guide transmission. The X car comes with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Both diesel models come with a 6-speed guide transmission just. All alternative models come with either a single range, 5-speed guide or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Entertainment. The XT Premium comes with a multi-information in-dash satellite navigation program plus single CD/DVD player. The X plus 2.0 diesel come with an AM/FM Radio, CD player, 4 speaker stereo. All different models come with an AM/FM radio, 6-stack in-dash CD player, along with a 6-speaker SRS stereo program with subwoofer. The program within the XT Premium is optional about all different models, yet fees A$4851.50.