Subaru Forester 2012

Subaru Forester 2012 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Subaru Forester 2012 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• Does my 2012 Subaru Forester have a timing belt or timing chain?

  Subaru's EE20 diel engine is an interesting one as it was claimed to be the world's first turbo-diesel engine with Subaru's trademark boxer layout (where the cylinders run in pairs, opposed to each other (like an air-cooled Volkswagen).

  The brand has switched from timing belts to timing chains and back at various points in its engineering history, but the EE20 in your car is from the point in history where timing chains were in vogue at Subaru. As such, the timing chain should last the life of the engine and not require periodic replacement as a timing belt does.

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• Subaru Forester 2012: What oil should I use?

  Unless you’re spending the winter months in alpine areas use 5W-30.

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• Subaru Forester 2012: Recommended tow speed?

  Remember the speed limit is the maximum allowed if the conditions are favourable. If you disregard the Subaru recommendation you are taking a risk, and you could find yourself in trouble with your insurer in the event of a crash.

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• Subaru Forester 2012: Rattle isn't being fixed

  First you should get their agreement that there is a rattle and that it needs to be fixed. Then you've got a starting point, from which you should be able to work out a plan of action. You need to impress on the dealer that you are unhappy with the car and with the service you have received, and make sure they understand that you will not go away until you are satisfied.

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