2007 SUBARU Forester EJ253/EJ20 (SG5/SG9/SGS)
SG5/SG9/SGS / Compact SUV / Global (variations in North America, Japan, Europe, Australia)
EJ253EJ20EJ255Registro exacto de año/versiónGold
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Head gasket leaks on older high-mileage EJ25 engines
- Turbocharger wear on turbo models
- Throttle body carbon buildup
First checks
- Inspect timing chain condition
- Check known head gasket areas
- Verify turbocharger operation on turbocharged trims
Antes de cambiar piezas
- Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
- Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
- Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.
Important notes
- Engine and specs vary significantly by market - US Forester typically with EJ253 and EJ255 engines; Japan and Europe offered EJ20 versions.
- Oil capacity includes filter change - consult service manual for exact procedure per market.