BEFORE YOU BUY: Subaru Forester XT (SG w/ EJ25) - 8 issues that you should know about the vehicle

Here's 8 common issues to be aware of before you purchase a Subaru model with the EJ25 engine! You've been warned!

More information coming soon for common issues, thanks!

00:00 Description of video

00:46 AC clutch failure / re-shim

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ptUvOv_AfY

01:17 Banjo bolt filter replacement / removal

- https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2004-forester-xt-banjo-bolts.643177/

01:53 Window gusset failure
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EYcwbj152A&t=6s

02:13 Secondary air pump replacement / delete
- https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/air-pump-delete-2006-xt.105494/

02:57 Valve gasket failure
- https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2004-xt-valve-cover-gaskets-on-an-xt-sg-dohc.70127/

03:15 EVAP system failure / delete
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lRFVaJbzqo

03:40 Timing belt replacement
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEJcw0SLG5s

04:30 Head gasket failure
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aq0hDvKJ5Q

05:47 Bonus -- delete check engine lights (CEL)
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06:20 Conclusion and end

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