2016 Subaru Forester (SJ) — Repair Solution

2.5L FB25A 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Lost Gas · HVAC Control System

Subaru Forester (SJ) Lost Gas HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Forester (SJ)
Year: 2016
Engine: 2.5L FB25A 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: Lost Gas

Customer Complaint

Customer noticed that the A/C system was not cold.


Problem Summary

Verified A/C system poor cooling.

Ended up being a small leak in the condenser that was difficult to see in-situ.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBSJ16615
Vehicle2016 Subaru Forester (SJ)
Engine2.5L FB25A 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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