Target Audience:
Professional technicians and DIY owners performing their own service and repair
Class:
Compact crossover SUV
Key Advantage:
Symmetrical all-wheel drive standard across the range
Rivals:
Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape
Drivetrain:
Permanent all-wheel drive with boxer engine
Body Style:
5-door station wagon / crossover
Coverage Areas:
Complete service, repair, diagnostics and overhaul procedures for the 2001 Forester
Manual Type:
Factory service and repair manual
Delivery:
Instant download after payment
Printable:
Yes - all pages printable
Engine:
Complete mechanical, lubrication and cooling system overhaul
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel injection, intake, exhaust and emission control systems
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmission removal, disassembly and rebuild
Drivetrain:
Transfer case, differentials, axles and AWD system
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, struts and alignment specifications
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, pads, rotors, parking brake and ABS
Steering:
Power steering system and linkage
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
Electrical:
Starting, charging, lighting, gauges and body electrical
Body:
Panels, doors, trim, glass, bumpers and interior
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval and troubleshooting charts
Step-by-Step Repairs:
Disassembly, inspection, repair and reassembly procedures
Torque Specifications:
Torque values for all fasteners
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete wiring schematics
Illustrations:
Detailed diagrams and exploded views
Detail Level:
Complete teardown and rebuild detail, same level as dealer service departments
Specifications:
Full factory specifications and tolerances
Parts Data:
Part identification and exploded diagrams within procedures
Part Numbers:
N/A - not a parts catalog, service procedures only
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Wheelbase:
Approximately 99.4 in (2,525 mm)
Length:
Approximately 173.8 in (4,415 mm)
Ground Clearance:
Approximately 7.5 in
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3,050-3,200 lb depending on trim and transmission
Oil and Filter:
Every 3,750 miles or 3.75 months
Air Filter:
Periodic inspection, replace as needed
Spark Plugs:
Replace at scheduled mileage intervals per factory schedule
Coolant:
Replace at scheduled intervals
Engine Oil:
Per factory viscosity and capacity specifications in manual
Coolant:
Subaru genuine long-life coolant
Transmission Fluid:
Gear oil (MT) / Subaru ATF (AT) per specification
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 brake fluid
Known Issues / Common Wear
Head Gaskets:
Head gasket service is a known item on EJ-series engines - procedures included
Wheel Bearings:
Common wear item on higher-mileage AWD models
Common Wear Items:
Brakes, struts, CV joints and exhaust components
Manufacturer:
Subaru Corporation (Fuji Heavy Industries), Japan
Heritage:
Known for symmetrical all-wheel drive and boxer engines since the 1970s
First Generation:
Forester introduced in 1997 (SF chassis)
Second Generation:
Redesigned in 2000 on the SG platform with more power and refined styling
Assembly Plant:
Gunma, Japan
