2018 Subaru Forester (SJ) — Repair Solution

2.5L FB25A 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Check Engine Light / MIL - On · Engine

Subaru Forester (SJ) Check Engine Light / MIL - On Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Forester (SJ)
Year: 2018
Engine: 2.5L FB25A 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 78,490
Area: Engine
Category: Check Engine Light / MIL - On

Customer Complaint

The customer claimed they hit a kerb and then lost cruise control. Check engine light came on as well as Eyesight-related warnings. Cruise control was their only concern as they had driven up from Victoria and hit the kerb halfway through their journey.

Problem Summary

Confirmed the lights on the dash and cruise control was inoperative.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBSJ18116
Vehicle2018 Subaru Forester (SJ)
Engine2.5L FB25A 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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