2014 Subaru Forester Service and Repair Manual

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2014 Subaru Forester service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • 2.0XT Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
  • X Sport Utility 4-Door
  • XS Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.5i Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.5i Touring Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.0XT Touring Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.5i Convenience Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.5i Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.0XT Premium Sport Utility 4-Door
  • XSL Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 2.5i Premium Sport Utility 4-Door
  • XT Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.0L 1998CC 122Cu. In. H4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 2.5L 2498CC 152Cu. In. H4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2014 Subaru Forester Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #13V15900024/04/2013Component: EQUIPMENT

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2014 Forester vehicles manufactured from January 2013 through March 2013. The backing for the carpeted floor mats was not manufactured to specification. As a re

Consequence

Curling of the driver side floor mat could distract the driver and/or interfere with proper operatio

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace each of the vehicle's four (4) carpeted floor ma

TSB #11032040

This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures.

TSB #11032039

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

TSB #11032035

This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected.

TSB #11032034

This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.

TSB #11030567

This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully

TSB #11030561

This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming immobilizer keys/fobs.

TSB #11030560

This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.

TSB #11030557

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

Showing the 8 most recent of 620 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20250327Component: AIR BAGSCrash reportedFire reported

While I was driving to work, with Cruise control set at 65, I hit a deer head on. All airbags deployed and engine ceased and I was able to brake car to a stop on the shoulder of the road. Within minut

20250327Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reportedFire reported

While I was driving to work, with Cruise control set at 65, I hit a deer head on. All airbags deployed and engine ceased and I was able to brake car to a stop on the shoulder of the road. Within minut

20250327Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reportedFire reported

While I was driving to work, with Cruise control set at 65, I hit a deer head on. All airbags deployed and engine ceased and I was able to brake car to a stop on the shoulder of the road. Within minut

20251119Component: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMCrash reported5 injured

I was driving my 2014 Subaru Forester (about 148,000 miles) behind a minivan at a safe distance and speed. Without warning, my vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Despite applying the brakes, shifting

20251119Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported5 injured

I was driving my 2014 Subaru Forester (about 148,000 miles) behind a minivan at a safe distance and speed. Without warning, my vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Despite applying the brakes, shifting

Showing the 5 most serious of 575 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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