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How to Replace the Brake Pads on the Subaru Forester 2

Model: Subaru Forester MK 2, SG - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Brake pads

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This video shows how to remove and replace the brake pads, whether front or rear, on the second series Subaru Forester. First, lift the vehicle and remove the wheel by unscrewing the bolts; then, unscrew the bolts of the brake caliper to remove it, as illustrated in the video.

At this point, extract the old pads and replace them with new ones (of the correct type and original spare); clean the brake caliper of any residual dirt and lever the caliper piston. Insert the new pads and reassemble everything!


Updated on 6 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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