Wrenchbender2.1

Good evening all, the tires are practically new and a matched set yes. I hate mismatched tires. I do the fluid changes, not a big fan of quick oil change establishments, nothing wrong with them, just dont use them... oil undercoating keeps most rust problems to a minimum. So I was thinking a good investment would be a a parts vehicle, one with a decent 2.5 that I could pull and and rebuild, have ready for a motor swap when the time is needed. Currently doing my homework on what years would interchange with 04 and checking CL for possible donor vehicles. So when I get started on a project, will open a thread with lots of pics and info for some good reading!

Hi there, I picked up a nice 04 Forester 2.5x in pretty good shape. 197k on it, head gaskets and timing belt done sometime between 100 and 130k. Runs great. I got an ABS light on, fixed a couple of sensor problems at the wheels, last code I'm getting is DTC-52, "Abnormal Motor and / or Motor Relay". So I found the ABS PDF document online, leads me to SBF-1 voltage problem, repaired corrosion issue in the underhood fuse block, however, low voltage still present at pin 25 at the ABS module connector. According to the wiring diagram there are a couple additional connectors in the circuit between the SBF-1 and the connector at the ABS module. My question is does anyone have knowledge of where the connectors may be located in the wiring harness?

Hi all, bought my wife a 2004 Forester for a winter car. Found your forum while searching for problem fixes, seems like a good place to find real answers to the problems encountered with these vehicles. I wanted something noted for running the extra miles and seemed like Subaru was a good choice. Looking forward to reading and contributing as I learn how to fix the new to us ride!