Mar 28, 2010 · I am now on my second Forester which is a 2010 X, and chose the X model over the XT because I needed a relaible, economical commuter car that will get me through the Northeastern Ohio snow and is ultra safe for the times when the family is riding along. I owned a 2002 WRX and had a blast while it lasted, but the X gives me all that I really need.

Sep 13, 2010 · The X premium replaced it. Both of those got 4 wheel disc brakes. Only the base 2.5 X has drums on the rear. 07 and 08 got the sport model with the STI front bumper, autos got the VTD+VDC auto trans. However no fog lights and the 07 sport model was pretty stripped down. The sport is available in both the XT turbo model and the X NA model.

Nov 3, 2024 · I think all Subaru Immobilizer systems allow cranking the engine. This is something I haven't pinned down anywhere, yet. iWire says, "Unlike conventional aftermarket security systems that use a starter interrupt to keep the car from cranking over, the Subaru immobilizer system uses a combination of fuel and ignition cut-off so it can't be defeated.

Oct 3, 2014 · X-Mode Hi, BMWs have X-Drive. Subaru has X-Mode. Many useful for < 20 mph off road or on snow/ice. 2013 Subaru Forester Winter Off Road Test (X-MODE): 2013 Subaru Forester Winter Off Road Test (X-MODE) - YouTube

Apr 20, 2014 · X-Mode is new technology designed by Subaru for use on their CVT equipped crossovers, at this time the Forester (2014+) and the Outback (2015+). X-Mode is standard all on USDM 2014+ Foresters other than the Base and Premium level trims and it is standard on all 2015 Outback trims. X-Mode is...

Feb 21, 2024 · New member with an engine rebuild dilemma. I bought a 2012 Forester X with 113k miles, one owner, below-average miles and Carfax maintenance seemed to check out. Nevertheless, the engine didn't make it past 4 months or to the first oil change. No signs of a problem in terms of leaks or...

Jan 31, 2024 · Recently picked up a 2006 Forester. 126k miles, Fixing it up. Have a broken driver side control arm. Looking to rebuilt that part of the front on both sides. TRQ has a 2005 forester set with bushings and ball joints, tie rods too for $200. Will that fit the 2006? When I search 2006 nothing comes...

Jun 15, 2024 · So first time Subaru owner I have an 06 Forester 2.5X Premium built in Japan. I'm located in Canada and am having a heck of hard time finding front control arms (aka Transverse link assembly) someplace other then the dealer where the price is just plain stupid (appears to be dealer only here), and am having no luck finding someplace in the US ...

Dec 31, 2024 · For sale is my 2011 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited. 196,662 miles. $6,500 We purchased this car in February of 2018 at around 58k and have daily driven it ever since. Full maintenance records will be included with the car, and there are no major outstanding problems, we just bought a new car to...

Dec 27, 2024 · I have an 05 Forester with 328k miles, still running great, uses about 1.5 qts of oil every 3k miles. Thats my oci by the way. Don't like the newer cvt models, car is in great shape, no rust, I have kept everything repaired along the way, to my knowledge the only thing that doesn't work is the trip odometer reset.