2010 SUBARU FORESTER battery

&Engine
Engine model EJ253
(2.5-liter, SOHC, non-turbo) EJ255
(2.5-liter, DOHC, turbo)
Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke gasoline engine
Displacement cc (cu-in) 2,457 (150)
Bore 6Stroke in (mm) 3.963.1 (99.5 679.0)
Compression ratio 10.0 : 18.4 : 1
Firing order 1
–3–2 –4
& Electrical system
Battery type and capacity (5HR) MT 12V-48AH (55D23L)
AT 12V-52AH (65D23L)
Alternator Non-turbo models 12V-90A
Turbo models 12V-110A
Spark plugs Non-turbo engine
FR5AP-11 (NGK)
Turbo engine SILFR6A (NGK)
AT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmission Specifications
12-3
– CONTINUED –

12-6Specifications
Fuses and circuits &Fuse panel located in the passenger compartmentFuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
1 20A .Trailer
2 Empty
3 15A .Door locking
4 10A .Front wiper deicer relay
5 10A .Combination meter
6 7.5A .Remote control rear
view mirrors
. Seat heater relay
7 15A .Combination meter
. Integrated unit
8 20A .Stop light
9 15A .Front wiper deicer
10 7.5A .Power supply (battery)
11 7.5A .Turn signal unit
. Clock
12 15A .Automatic transmission
unit
. Engine control unit
. Integrated unit
13 20A .Accessory power outlet
(center console)
14 15A .Position light
. Tail light
. Rear combination light
15 Empty (FWD connector for AWD AT models)

sory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim. .Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at substantially 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread. . Recommended inflation pres-
sure
The cold inflation pressure recom-
mended by a vehicle manufacturer. . Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and at higher inflation pres-
sures than the corresponding stan-
dard tire. . Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire
and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated. . Rim diameter
Nominal diameter of the bead seat. . Rim size designation
Rim diameter and width. .
Rim type designation
The industry of manufacturer ’s des-
ignation for a rim by style or code. . Rim width
Nominal distance between rim flanges. . Section width
The linear distance between the
exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, excluding elevations
due to labeling, decoration, or
protective bands. . Sidewall
That portion of a tire between the
tread and bead.. Sidewall separation
The parting of the rubber com-
pound from the cord material in
the sidewall.. Test rim
The rim on which a tire is fitted for
testing, and it may be any rim listed
as appropriate for use with that tire.. Tread
That portion of a tire that comes
into contact with the road. .
Tread rib
A tread section running circumfer-
entially around a tire. . Tread separation
Pulling away of the tread from the
tire carcass. . Treadwear indicators (TWI)
The projections within the principal
grooves designed to give a visual
indication of the degrees of wear of
the tread. . Vehicle capacity weight
The rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times thevehicle ’s designated seating capa-
city. . Vehicle maximum load on the
tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight and dividing
by two. . Vehicle normal load on the tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
13-9
– CONTINUED –

14-2Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-23
Warning light ................................................. 3-16, 7-23
Accessories ....................................................... 5-4, 11-46
Accessory power outlet ................................................. 6-9
Active head restraint ..................................................... 1-5
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-15
Air conditioner Automatic climate control system ............................. 4-10
Manual climate control system ................................... 4-7
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-13
Airflow selection Automatic climate control system ......................... 4-2, 4-9
Manual climate control system ............................. 4-2, 4-4
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-14
All-Wheel Drive warning light ....................................... 3-18
Aluminum wheel ....................................................... 11-37
Cleaning ............................................................... 10-3
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-23
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-15
Armrest ....................................................................... 1-7
Ashtray ..................................................................... 6-11
AT OIL TEMP warning light ......................................... 3-14
Audio Antenna system ....................................................... 5-2
Auxiliary input jack ................................................. 5-25
CD player operation ............................................... 5-17
Control button ........................................................ 5-28
FM/AM radio operation ........................................... 5-10
Power and sound controls ......................................... 5-7 Satellite radio operations
......................................... 5-13
Set ........................................................................ 5-4XM
TMsatellite radio reception ................................... 5-2
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .............................. 3-32, 3-34
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-8
Automatic headlight beam leveler ................................. 3-27
Warning light .......................................................... 3-18
Automatic transmission ............................................... 7-15
Capacities ............................................................. 12-4
Fluid ................................................................... 11-20
MANUAL mode ...................................................... 7-19
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ............. 3-14
Select lever ........................................................... 7-16
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-17
Shift lock release .................................................... 7-17
SPORT mode ........................................................ 7-20
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-12
Auxiliary input jack ...................................................... 5-25
BBattery .................................................................... 11-43
Drainage prevention function ..................................... 2-5
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-10
Replacement (remote engine start transmitter) ........... 7-12
Replacement (remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-10
Booster seat .............................................................. 1-29
Bottle holder ............................................................... 6-9
Brake
Assist .................................................................... 7-22
Booster ....................................................... 7-22, 11-26
Fluid ................................................................... 11-24

14-8Index
R Rear Combination lights ................................................. 11-49
Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-22
Gate ............................................................. 2-22, 9-17
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-49
Rear seat .................................................................... 1-7
Center table ............................................................ 6-7
Folding down ......................................................... 1-10
Reclining ................................................................. 1-9
Rear window Defogger ............................................................... 3-40
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 3-31
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-41
Recommended Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 11-21
Brake fluid. ........................................................... 11-25
Clutch fluid ........................................................... 11-26
Engine oil ................................................... 11-11, 11-12
Front differential gear oil ........................................ 11-22
Manual transmission oil ......................................... 11-20
Power steering fluid ............................................... 11-24
Rear differential gear oil ......................................... 11-22
Spark plugs .......................................................... 11-18
Refueling .................................................................... 7-3
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-10
Remote keyless entry system ........................................ 2-7
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-28
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-39 Replacing
Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-16
Battery (remote engine start transmitter) .................... 7-12
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ....................... 2-10
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-11
Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-46
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-50
Dome light ........................................................... 11-50
Door step light ..................................................... 11-50
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-49
Headlight ............................................................. 11-46
License plate light ................................................. 11-50
Map light ............................................................. 11-50
Position light ........................................................ 11-49
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-49
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-11
Roof molding and crossbar .......................................... 8-14
Roof rails ................................................................... 8-14
SSafety Precautions when driving ............................................. 4
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-6
Height adjustment .................................................... 1-4
Power .................................................................... 1-4
Rear ...................................................................... 1-7