Why does my Subaru Forester have a flashing engine light?
This seems to be an ongoing problem for the Forester. People have had lots of work done at Subaru without fixing the issue. I’m going to try to following suggestion: plug in MAF sensor after replacing air filter with an after market. Unplug battery for 1/2 hour. If that doesn’t work, I’ll try replacing the oxygen sensor and resetting the computer.
Where to find check engine light code on Subaru?
When retrieving Subaru check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the steering column. The connector may have a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on.
What kind of cruise control does a 2007 Forester have?
My 2007 Forester had CEL come on with blinking cruise (and cruise dosn’t work either) about 35 miles after i filled up at a non-mainstream gas station. I turned to the owners manual and i guess the Forester can be picky.
Is there a smoke test on a forester?
A mechanic said they’d have to due a smoke test, service meter, and induction test (for $70 each). Also said there are 3 CCs on the Forester. Any suggestions would be welcome. submom answered 9 years ago I found an answer on another post. This seems to be an ongoing problem for the Forester.
How to turn on dash lights in Subaru Forester?
Warm up the engine (Engines warm – i had driven it for about 30 minutes before this) 2. Turn the ignition switch OFF (Went onto side of road – put it in park, turned off car, removed key) 3. Turn the ignition switch ON (Waited 5 seconds, then put key in and turned on ignition so dash lights up)
What makes the temp light flashing on a Subaru Forester?
Short or disconnection in engine torque control signal circuit 31 Throttle sensor. Short or disconnection in input circuit 32 Vehicle speed sensor 1. No signal input to speed sensor 1 above 20km/h 33 Vehicle speed sensor 2. No signal input to speed Sensor 2 above 20km/h 34 Turbine sensor.
What are the sensors on a Subaru Forester?
27 ATF temperature sensor. Detects open or shorted input signal circuit. 31 Throttle position sensor. Detects open or shorted input signal circuit. 33 Front vehicle speed sensor. Detects open or shorted input signal circuit. 36 Torque converter turbine speed sensor. Detects open or shorted input signal circuit. 38 Torque control signal.
What is the solenoid on a Subaru Forester?
73 Low clutch timing solenoid. Detects open or shorted output signal circuit. 74 2-4 brake timing solenoid. Detects open or shorted output signal circuit. 75 Line pressure duty solenoid. Detects open or shorted output signal circuit.
This seems to be an ongoing problem for the Forester. People have had lots of work done at Subaru without fixing the issue. I’m going to try to following suggestion: plug in MAF sensor after replacing air filter with an after market. Unplug battery for 1/2 hour. If that doesn’t work, I’ll try replacing the oxygen sensor and resetting the computer.
Are there any problems with the 2009 Subaru Forester?
2009 Subaru Forester Problems For the 2009 Forester, the top Subaru Forester problems include the engine, interior accessories, and the AC and heater system.
How much does it cost to repair a Subaru Forester?
The typical repair cost comes in at around $1,800 to replace the head gasket at nearly 78,000 miles to fix the head gasket failure. For the 2009 Forester, the top Subaru Forester problems include the engine, interior accessories, and the AC and heater system.
My 2007 Forester had CEL come on with blinking cruise (and cruise dosn’t work either) about 35 miles after i filled up at a non-mainstream gas station. I turned to the owners manual and i guess the Forester can be picky.
What makes the Check Engine light turn on?
The manual (see 7-2 in 2007 owners manual) states that some gas stations put an “…octane-enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If you use such fuels, your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp may turn on.”
A mechanic said they’d have to due a smoke test, service meter, and induction test (for $70 each). Also said there are 3 CCs on the Forester. Any suggestions would be welcome. submom answered 9 years ago I found an answer on another post. This seems to be an ongoing problem for the Forester.