Gasoline Fuel System Related Problems of the 2002 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows four common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2002 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the gasoline fuel system (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel hoses lines/piping and fittings (two problems).

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Subaru Forester


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of the 2002 Subaru Forester

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

A very strong fuel smell comes into the cab of my 2002 Subaru Forester when temperatures drop below 35. I recently moved to montana and hadn't noticed it before because portland doesn't get this cold. . After researching the issue online, found out several others are having the same problem.   Read details...

The Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

In very cold conditions. When the car is in idol or running it has a very strong gas smell around the engine and in the cabin area. I have heard the wrx and outback models have also have this problem. I was told it is the fuel line hose the connects to the clamp and contracts in severe cold and   Read details...

The Fuel Injection problem

From a stand still vehicle will hesitate or once getting started will lunge forward. Dealership looked over vehicle, and contacted Subaru which told dealership that vehicle met all requirements, and returned vehicle to consumer with no modifications. Please describe details.   Read details...


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