Engine compartment overview

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Ride & Handling
The original Forester was one of the first SUVs to adopt a four-wheel-independent suspension, and this year's model has a new double-wishbone rear setup. Several journalists on the media drive com ...

Pulling off the fender lining
It is necessary to pull off the fender lining when replacing some bulbs. 1. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fully in the opposite direction of the bulb to be replaced. 2. Stop the eng ...

Checking the brake pedal free play
1) 0.08 – 0.18 in (2 – 5 mm) Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times. Lightly pull the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 ...