Auto Parts Search
2004 Subaru Forester CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Subaru REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
Learn how to repair a car or truck, install or remove parts, wire an engine, reset warning lights, replace fuel filter, fix auto body and more. Get Automotix DIY!Select Section
- Component Locations
- Wiring Diagrams
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Specifications
- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Import Compressor Service -> Zexel Compressor -> Clutch Air Gap, Adjust
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS
- Inspect clearance around entire clutch disc using a feeler gauge.
- Disc pulley clearance should ...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Subaru -> Disc Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES
FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Subaru -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Justy w/Carbureted Engine -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
- On Impreza, SVX, 1990-94 Legacy models,fold down the rear seat back, then remove the floor mat and access hole lid.
- On 1995-00 Legacy models, remove the rear seat cushion and seat back, then the floor mat and access hole lid.
- On all models, disconnect the fuel pump relay electrical connector.
- Start the engine and operate until it stalls.
- After the engine has stalled, crank the engine for at least 5 seconds.
- Place the ignition switch in Off position.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable.
- Connect the fuel pump electrical connector.
- On...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS
Wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material. Rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with adjacent metal parts during removal.
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Place vehicle in neutral.
- Release parking brake.
- Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
- Remove differential mount front exhaust cover bolts, then cover.
- Place reference mark on front driveline and rear differential flange. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage rear driveline shaft flange yoke or companion flange
- Remove bolts and then remove driveline from rea...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS
- Disconnect ground cable from battery.
- Disconnect solenoid wiring at starter.
- Re...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Subaru -> 2003-07 Forester
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS
The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 7,500 miles.
- Remove nine the glove compartment retaining screws, the glove compartment, Fig. .
- Remove the cabin air filter cover, Fig. .
- Remove the cab...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Subaru -> Automatic Transmission (A/T) Fluid Temperature Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS
The A/T fluid temperature lamp will turn on when ignition switch is placed in On position and should turn off after a few seconds. If lamp illuminates while driving, the vehicle should be pulled off the road and allowed to idle with transmission lever in Park until the lamp goes off. If the lamp goes off vehicle can ...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES
RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS
- Remove battery from vehicle.
- On all models, drain engine coolant into suitable container.
- On models equipped with turbocharger, remove hoses attached to coolant filler tank, then filler tank and bracket.
- On models equipped with automatic transaxle,remove AFT cooler lines from radiator.
- On all models, disconnect radiat...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS
- Remove drive belt cover. Wipe off any oil or water on belt and pulley.
- Loosen lockbolt on slider bolt.
- Loosen slider bolt.
- ...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES
COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Electrical Components Location Diagram for 2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS Components on diagram: |
Underhood Component Locations Diagram for 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS Components on diagram: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester PARTS/COMPONENTS LOCATION DIAGRAMS!
WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2004 Subaru Forester XS 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester WIRING DIAGRAMS!
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC
INFORMATION Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester X 2.5 H4 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: Turbocharger Mesh Filter Screen Vehicle: 2004 Subaru Forester XT 2.5 H4 GAS Auto Systems: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS!
COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Subaru Forester AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2004 Subaru Forester cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2004 Subaru Forester SPECIFICATIONS DATA!
Shop online for auto body parts, engines, wheels, lights...
More parts |
Get the Complete Technical Service Bulletins! |
Access diagrams and repair information such as wiring diagrams, diagnosis and repair charts, manufacturer service bulletins, and OEM Part numbers of your 2004 Subaru Forester vehicle. |
Access the Complete guide! |