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When and How to Replace the Timing Belt on the Subaru Forester

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

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Today's guide will show you the useful information for removing and replacing the timing belt on the Subaru Forester; the manufacturer states that the timing belt should be replaced every 62,000 miles or 5 years. To replace the timing belt, you must first remove the serpentine belt and then take off the timing cover; now take the necessary references for the timing replacement, installing the new original belt, and follow the video tutorial to the end for reassembly!


Updated on 7 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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