2007 Subaru Forester (SG) — Repair Solution

2.5L EJ253 4cyl 16v SOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Intermittent Non Starting · Engine

Subaru Forester (SG) Intermittent Non Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Forester (SG)
Year: 2007
Engine: 2.5L EJ253 4cyl 16v SOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Area: Engine
Category: Intermittent Non Starting

Customer Complaint

Intermittently engine would not start, and warning lights on dash.
Customer mentioned that this only occurred a couple of times in a week or so.

Problem Summary

After discussing further with customer, able to confirm the following symptoms:
- Engine MIL was remaining on
- Cruise Control warning lamp was flashing
- Occasional engine not restarting

Result was a failed crankshaft position sensor.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBSG07111
Vehicle2007 Subaru Forester (SG)
Engine2.5L EJ253 4cyl 16v SOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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