Paul_JJ

Does anyone tried an aftermarket fuel filter? The original one seems to be way overpriced -) Can you recommend one for me please?

I agree, well the cold readings are not always accurate, so what I'll do is change the oil completely and see if it's going to be ok then!

The cols one is here https://picasaweb.google.com/108629679967946639907/Subaru?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCIzdteiyn9K5Fw&feat=directlink

HOT, after a spirited drive!

Can anyone tell if this level is too low or too high or just how it should be? really confusing for me - hot gearbox! https://picasaweb.google.com/108629679967946639907/HOTGearboxOILLevel?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCOmrp73PqbW98QE&feat=directlink THANK YOU!!!!

Great info. Thank you! Cost a fortune need to save up for the kit, but definitely worth the hassle! Now if someone has any info regarding the Auto Gearbox (TZ103ZB1AA) and if it has a filter at all? and if yes a part number would be great?

I found a couple of screws under the glovebox indeed, didn't realise that I would need a screwdriver for that -) The Toyota one had plastic screws with wide caps, so it was easy to undo by hand...

Great reply! Thank you very much. Is there any chance someone could make a list of ALL the bushes as If I'm to replace them then the whole lot once, as I'm pretty sure the 19 year old ones are pretty old now -) I'll have a look for the pollen filter! Yes I do have some wooden trims on the doors -)

Do these cars have pollen filter by any chance? and where is it located?

Well this is a Japanese Import, so I believe like you mentioned may be the cambelt replacement interval is longer? Any advise regarding the gearbox fluid and diff fluids? What should I get? original Subaru? What's the difference between S/Tb and T/Tb? Anyone experienced flashing gearbox orange light? I would probably start with the rear brakes and all the bushes - if anyone has a full link for all the bushes needed that would be appreciated. Also the rear ARB sounds great, where can I get one and what's the part number?

Hi, it's good to hear some feedback!!! As far as I know - googled -) the T/Tb version is indeed factory 250 ps, also being a de-cat would surely push some more.Yes the UK petrol is not as good as the Japanese one, indeed so probably would be around 230 mark, indeed. It pulls really good though and I know what is a 6 second 0-60 talking from experience -) The fuel pump is STANDARD WRX pump, which is 218 bhp, so hence the question if it's ok for the forester or not? IS it really just 45k miles per cambelt change??? Usually it's about 60k at least? Are these engines non interference ones? or would the damage occur if the cambelt will snap? Mines an Auto by the way!

HI everyone. I'm Paul. I've recently bought a 1997 Forester T/Tb which is pretty much standard, however I was told that the exhaust has been replaced!!!! I used to have a Glanza running 177 bhp -) but now since I have a family now I needed a bigger car! The car is pretty good, also I already experienced some issues with it, first my fuel pump went... The mechanic who was looking at the car advised to put a Subaru WRX fuel pump which he had in stock at a good price. Also the WRX is 218 bhp and mine is 260 - do you think it would work ok without any problems? I've noticed that the car takes about a second longer to start up now with the fuel pump replaced, I wonder if it's pump related? Can anyone advise on the rear brakes - where can I get the caliper service kit and what discs and pads would you recommend (with part number if possible), as far as I know the rear brakes are the same on many Subaru's including the Legacy and Forester models. The fronts were 267 mm twinpot and I believe the same model as the Legacy ones. Another problem I have is that the gearbox light is flashing on a cold start, but not every time (the snowflake + HOLD sign), did anyone had the same problem? The fluid level seems to be confusing to me as it was pretty difficult to measure the exact level, there is a bit of a strong smell, but no black or burnt colour. What kind of the gearbox fluid would you recommend for TZ103ZB1AA gearbox? Would 5L be sufficient? Is there a filter for the gearbox and where is it located (part number would be a great help). What are the service intervals for the cambelt? Would you advise on the K&N air filter for this model? Can you recommend the iridium spark plugs for this model? Feel free to point me to the correct links to have a read, I'm new to the forum and it's pretty complicated at first -) Thank you. Paul