The Forester is a Japanese compact crossover SUV produced by Subaru since 1997, built on the Impreza platform at the Gunma Yajima Plant in Ota, Japan. This article provides detailed fuse box diagrams and assignment tables for second-generation Subaru Forester models (chassis codes SG5, SG6, SG9) manufactured from 2002 to 2009.
Below you will find the locations, diagrams, and photos of the power distribution centers. Fuses for the "Cigarette Lighter" and "Fuel Pump" are highlighted in bold.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
The engine compartment fuse box is located on the left side of the engine bay, adjacent to the battery.
Overview.
| Fuse Box Diagram | ||
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| No. | Protected Circuit | Rating (A) |
| F1 | Spare | 30 |
| F2 | Spare | 30 |
| F3 | Engine Control Module (ECM) | 30 |
| F4 | ABS / VDC System | 30 / 50 |
| F5 | Generator / Alternator | 120 |
| F6 | Rear Window Defroster | 20 |
| F7 | Spare | 15 |
| F8 | Spare | 15 |
| F9 | Transmission Control Module (TCM) | 10 |
| F10 | Generator / Alternator Sense | 10 |
| F11 | Spare | 15 |
| F12 | Headlight (Left) | 15 |
| F13 | Parking Lights / Clearance Lights | 20 |
| F14 | Spare | 15 |
| F15 | Not Used | - |
| F16 | Secondary Air Injection System | 10 |
| F17 | Secondary Air Pump | 60 |
| F18 | Spare | 30 |
| F19 | Spare | 30 |
| F20 | Cabin Junction Box / Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel | 50 |
| F21 | 50 | |
| F22 | Ignition Switch Circuit | 50 |
| Relays | ||
| 1 | Not Used | |
| 2 | Secondary Air Pump Relay | |
| 3 | Not Used | |
| 4 | Secondary Air Pump Relay | |
| 5 | Not Used | |
| 6 | Not Used | |
| 7 | Not Used | |
| 8 | Not Used | |
| 9 | Horn Relay | |
| 10 | Headlight Relay (Right) | |
| 11 | Headlight Relay (Left) | |
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
The cabin fuse box is located on the driver's side, behind the lower dash access cover.
Overview of the Subaru Forester SG interior fuse panel.
| Fuse Box Diagram | ||
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| No. | Protected Circuit | Rating (A) |
| F1 | Blower Motor / Heater Fan | 10 |
| F2 | 15 | |
| F3 | Central Power Locking System | 15 |
| F4 | Cigarette Lighter / Accessory Power Socket | 15 |
| F5 | Taillights / Rear Clearance Lights | 10 |
| F6 | Airbag System (SRS) | 15 |
| F7 | Front Fog Lights | 15 |
| F8 | ABS / VDC Control Unit | 30 |
| F9 | Audio System, Clock | 15 |
| F10 | Rear Fog Light | 10 |
| F11 | SRS Control Unit, Ignition Signals | 15 |
| F12 | Instrument Cluster Illumination | 10 |
| F13 | Windshield De-Icer | 20 |
| F14 | Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) / Odometer | 10 |
| F15 | Windshield Wiper and Washer System | 30 |
| F16 | Brake Lights / Stop Lights | 20 |
| F17 | Air Conditioning System (A/C) | 15 |
| F18 | Backup Lights (Reverse Lights), Cruise Control | 15 |
| F19 | Auxiliary Power Connectors / Accessory Power | 20 |
| F20 | Rear Window Wiper and Washer System | 15 |
| F21 | Ignition Coils | 15 |
| F22 | Heated Seats | 15 |
| F23 | Not Used | |
| Relays | ||
| 1 | Main Ignition Relay | |
| 2 | Power Window Relay | |
| 3 | Fog Light Relay | |
| 4 | Starter Relay | |
| 5 | Windshield De-Icer Relay | |
| 6 | Heated Seat Relay | |