Completed the 4eat to 6 speed swap in my 04 xt premium. Feb 12, 2017 discussing automatic to 6 speed swap in my 2004 xt forester. Price dropped 2006 subaru xt luxury forester manual turbo car isnt perfect as it has done around 260xxx kms and the body has a couple little dents but it still drives very well and would be a perfect car for a subie enthusiast or someone looking for something fun with practicality. After almost 17 years of service, the original transmission. Any and all help and advice would be greatly appreciated. Complete manual transmissions for subaru forester for sale ebay. Usdm forester 0405 5 speed manual transmission replacement. The 2016 subaru forester is making its dealer launch now and it still comes with a 6speed manual gearbox. Assuming there are differences, are the 20042005 forester xt engines also distinct. I had an 02 wrx and an 04 fxt wthe 4eat, and it was 7.
We have 61 2004 subaru forester vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 25 1owner cars, and 85 personal use cars. The car is a semisti clone, but still needs several parts in order to complete the swap. I still cant believe that it happened, but yesterday i became the very proud new owner of this beautiful 2005 forester xt 5s manual premium, with a gorgeous leather interior. View and download subaru forester 2004 service manual online.
Discussing automatic to 6 speed swap in my 2004 xt forester. Pa 04 sti swap and parts subaru forester owners forum. The 2004 model year release of the subaru sti into the north american market was a landmark year for american subaru performance lovers. Car was built to race in road courses so it was built to be reliable and fast. My forester includes a complete ej257 swap professionally tuned by gst at 16lbs on vf39, close ratio sti 6mt, r180 diff, brembos, bc coilovers, cosmis xt206r 18x11 wheels, and much much more. For sale or trade jump to latest follow 1 17 of 17 posts. May 04 2020 haynessubaruforestermanual 15 pdf drive search and download pdf files for free. One issue i need to address still is a gap between the old seal from the hood scoop and the new sti intercooler which sits lower, and of course bigger, than the stock xt unit.
Page 3 foreword congratulations on choosing a subaru vehicle. Hello, ive found very iffy manual swap threads that have helped, but i need more detail. Just a quick taste for the forester lovers out there. Unfortunately, as im sure you know, the manuals are rare. At the chicago auto show in february 2003, subaru announced a new forester 2. Visit our online store to buy subaru forester aftermarket and performance parts online at best price. In 2004, subaru launched an sti variant of the forester, the forester sti, for the. All i can say is patience is a virtue as i had to look for a long time to find this one. Subaru forester questions engine swap on a 2003 forester.
This owner s manual has all the information necessary to keep your subaru in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. View and download subaru 2004 forester service manual online. Get free subaru forester service manual record subaru forester service manual record how to service a subaru they are all pretty much the same and we are back with operation sportswagon. Regarding engine interchange, what differences are there between the ej255 used in the forester xt vs the baja turbo. I work for a subaru dealership so maintenance and parts are pretty easy to get and pay for. How to remove subaru manual transmission 2004 subaru forester xt 5mt transmission swap replacement subaru transmission removal and subaru transmission replacement. Direct replacement complete engines for subaru forester for. Apr 03, 2018 my forester includes a complete ej257 swap professionally tuned by gst at 16lbs on vf39, close ratio sti 6mt, r180 diff, brembos, bc coilovers, cosmis xt 206r 18x11 wheels, and much much more. The weight difference between the wrx sedan and forester xt are definitely minimal, with the weight distribution on the forester xt being a bit more.
The 1999 legacy ob, sus and gts ej25d used a phase 2 shortblock but with the phase 1 9698 2. Aug 01, 2003 the forester xt is another case of an excellent engine transforming a bland car into something sweet. If a clean 0809 outback xt 5mt came my way for a good price, id probably trade up in a heartbeat. Since someone brought this back from the dead im looking at putting the forester xt transmission into my 09 2. This is my 09 usdm forester xt that ive just finished swapping an 04 jdm sti 6 speed transmission and r180 rear diff into. The subaru forester xt is wellloved by automotive enthusiasts around the globe because it offers the utility of a small suv, allwheeldrive offroad capabilities, matched with subarus 2. May 23, 2016 the 2004 model year release of the subaru sti into the north american market was a landmark year for american subaru performance lovers. Selling my 2004 subaru forester xt with a full sti swap including a 6 speed tranny and all sti suspension components. Building your own subaru forester sti modified magazine.
Haynes subaru forester manual haynes subaru forester manual. After almost 17 years of service, the original transmission in. Jdm subaru ej20x engine 2004 2005 2006 subaru legacy gt forester xt baja turbo. Search over 45,200 listings to find the best local deals. You have a choice of any wrx 5mt6 speeds obviously swap in too, but i will not cover that. Subaru gives 3 reasons why they axed popular forester 2. So much so in fact that you can, as doug nelsons secondgeneration sg forester xt project proves, start with a much newer machine an 04 forester xt.
Both would have to have manual tranny im assuming that both use the exact same transmission. Sell used 2004 subaru forester xt full sti swap with 6. People wthe 5speed manual could do it forester xt 5s manual premium, with a gorgeous leather interior. Currently shopping for a new dd, and looking at an 04 07 forrester xt. Page 3 2004 forester service manual quick reference index general information section foreword how to use this manual specification precaution this service manual has been prepared to provide subaru service personnel note with the necessary information and data for the correct maintenance and repair of subaru vehicles. Subaru made it bolt right up, iwire makes it plug right in. If that xt has the 4eat youll want the displacement as the autos suck the life out of the turbod engine. In early 04, they used female axles and then switch to male. Subaru auto to manual transmission conversion basic overview. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Used subaru 5speed wrx gda 20022005 replacement manual. Detailed features and specs for the used 2004 subaru forester including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more.
Everything works, all electronics, ac and heater work. I have a 2007 subaru forester xt limited i am thinking of parting ways with. It was only available in 04, 05 forester xts and the 04 baja turbos. Charlie says, it is running lean pings at high rpms. Complete manual transmissions for subaru forester ebay. Fwy sugarhouse to 2153300s overheatsredlines this is in 4th or 5th max speed 65 mph. People wthe 5speed manual could do it subaru foresters near you. First question, i have an extra 5mt from a na 06 impreza.
I pulled most everything off a 95 impreza sedan at the junkyard and. Can someone point me in the right direction of everything i need. I havent been able to find any wiring diagrams either. I have been looking at subaru s for my next car and am having trouble deciding on which one. Im doing all the work myself on my 04 forester xt auto to manual swap. My forester includes a complete ej257 swap professionally tuned by gst at 16lbs on vf39, close ratio sti 6mt, r180 diff, brembos, bc coilovers, cosmis xt 206r 18x11 wheels, and much much more.
Jdm subaru legacy spec b aluminum front lower control arms pair bp5 bl5. Forester xt engine swap ultimate subaru message board. I also still have oe parts that i can include with the sale. Today, we have to service operation sportswagon, because just like stivva, it is a. The forester xt is another case of an excellent engine transforming a bland car into something sweet. I will also throw in my additional parts such oem sti bbs wheels, extra set of fender flares, two extra catback exhausts, oem cats, and any other. New to this forum trying to do an order to manual swap in my 04 xt. The 1999 legacy ob, sus and gts ej25d used a phase 2 shortblock but with the phase 1 9698.
The xt model uses the same mitsubishi td04 turbocharger used in the. Currently shopping for a new dd, and looking at an 0407 forrester xt. I can provide a detailed list of parts upon request. The manual transmission cars are set up with a near 5050 torque split as a base. Jdm subaru 5 speed manual transmission swap for sale. With cobb stage ii and some sti suspension bits, it is really quick. Subaru manual transmission service overview of 2005 subaru legacy 2. No major issues to speak of, drives like a stock sti but retains the classic subaru angry toaster forester good looks. I want to do it but i dont have a clue where to start. Leave the subaru wiring headaches to us and focus on the mechanical aspects of your subaru swap. The subaru forester is a compact crossover suv sport utility vehicle thats been.