Subaru Forester Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (1998 - 2024)

From the model year 1998 to 2024 the Subaru Forester has various engines with either a timing belt or a timing chain. However, all of its engines are interference.

Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.

The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.

If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.

Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.

Subaru Forester Timing Belt Or Chain (1998 - 2024)
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterferenceService Interval
20242.5L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20232.5L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20222.5L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20212.5L 4 Cyl. 182 hp (FB25 DI H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20202.5L 4 Cyl. 182 hp (FB25 DI H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20192.5L 4 Cyl. 182 hp (FB25 DI H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20182.0L 4 Cyl. 250 hp (FA20F H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20182.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20172.0L 4 Cyl. 250 hp (FA20F H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20172.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20162.0L 4 Cyl. 250 hp (FA20F H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20162.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20152.0L 4 Cyl. 250 hp (FA20F H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20152.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20142.0L 4 Cyl. 250 hp (FA20F H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20142.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20132.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20132.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20122.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20122.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20112.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20112.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (FB25 H4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20102.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20102.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20092.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20092.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20082.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20082.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20072.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20072.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20062.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20062.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20052.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20052.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20042.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20042.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20032.5L 4 Cyl. 224 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20032.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25 H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20022.5L 4 Cyl. 165 hp (EJ25D H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20012.5L 4 Cyl. 165 hp (EJ25D H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20002.5L 4 Cyl. 165 hp (EJ25D H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
19992.5L 4 Cyl. 165 hp (EJ25D H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
19982.5L 4 Cyl. 165 hp (EJ25D H4)Timing BeltInterference105k miles

TimingBeltInfo.com is a website designed to quickly find the timing belt (or chain) information for your vehicle.

Understanding the timing system in your vehicle or a possible purchase can save you money and headaches in the long run.

When in doubt, always consult with a professional mechanic.

Also, you can consult the vehicle's owner's manual.