The timing belt on a 2003 Forester should be done at around 168k km or 105k miles. The auto-tensioner may also have to be changed as well as the idler rollers. A Subaru dealer will usually ask around $180 for the belt, $200-225 for the tensioner (if it needs to be replaced). You are looking at a good $500+ for the job if they don't run into problems.
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105000 mi
Subaru Forester has a timing belt.
Yes, and it must be replaced every 105,000 miles. Warning: This is an interference engine.
The 2.5 litre four cylinder engine in a 2000 Subaru Forester has a timing BELT
Every 60,000 miles is recommended!
My dealer told me the 2012 Forester 2.5 (non Turbo) has a timing CHAIN. No belt to replace.
It goes by mileage ....100,000 miles is recommended
You don't "set" a timing belt. There is no adjustment, either it's right or it's not. You change a timing belt at whatever interval Subaru recommends for your Forester. --Ken
Follow the recommendation in your owner's manual.
It has a timing belt that must be replaced every 105,000 miles.
it was most likely installed incorrectly or you had a pulley seize up
According to the local Subaru dealership, it should be replaced at 105,000 miles (U.S.). Estimated price for parts and labor as of 2007 is $625.00 USD.