2008 Subaru Forester (SH) Repair Solution

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru

Model: Forester (SH)

Year: 2008

Engine: 2.5L EJ255 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto

Kilometres: 280,000

Area: Electrical

Category: Battery Flat / Current Drain

Customer Complaint

The battery repeatedly goes flat.

Problem Summary

The vehicle only charges when there is an electrical load present, such as headlights or A/C. Without a load, the ECU stops sending a PWM signal to the alternator, causing charging voltage to drop back to battery level.

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Quick Facts

Code	SUBSH08447
Vehicle	2008 Subaru Forester (SH)
Engine	2.5L EJ255 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto
Complaint	Visible
Diag. Sequence	Members Only
Solution	Members Only

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2008 Subaru Forester (SH) — Repair Solution

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