The Subaru Forester (SJ) was introduced in November 2012. In Japan, it was offered with 2.0-liter horizontally opposed (boxer) four-cylinder engines rated at 146 hp (198 N·m) and 276 hp (350 N·m). In the U.S., it was additionally equipped with a 2.5-liter engine producing 173 hp, while European models were available with a 2.0-liter diesel engine producing 150 hp. This article details the fuse box diagrams and relay layouts for the fourth-generation Subaru Forester (body codes SJ5, SJ9, SJG) for model years 2012 through 2019.
Here you will find the locations, diagrams, and photos of the distribution blocks. The fuses responsible for the "Cigarette Lighter" and "Fuel Pump" are highlighted in bold.
Engine Compartment
The main fuse box is located on the left side of the engine compartment.
General view.
| Diagram | ||
|---|---|---|
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| No. | Description | A |
| A | ABS Module, Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) Module | 120 |
| 1 |
|
30 |
| 2 | Main Radiator Fan | 25 |
| 3 | Sub Radiator Fan | 25 |
| 4 | Not used | - |
| 5 | Audio System | 25 |
| 6 | Headlights | 30 |
| 7 | Headlights | 15 |
| 8 | Backup Power Supply Circuit | 20 |
| 9 | Horn | 15 |
| 10 |
|
25 |
| 11 | Subaru Forester Fuel Pump Fuse | 20 |
| 12 | CVT Control Module (TCU) | 20 |
| 13 | Engine Control Module (ECM) | 7.5 |
| 14 | Turn Signals and Hazard Warning Lights | 15 |
| 15 | Parking Lights and Clearance Light Relay | 15 |
| 16 | Generator / Alternator | 7.5 |
| 17 | Secondary Air Combination Valve (Turbocharged Gasoline Models) | - |
| 18 | Not used | - |
| 19 | Low Beam Headlight (Right) | 15 |
| 20 | Low Beam Headlight (Left) | 15 |
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| 21 | Engine Compartment Fuse Box | 50 |
| 22 | Passenger Compartment Fuses: "1", "8", "9", "17" | 50 |
| 23 | Passenger Compartment Fuses: "27", "28", "29" | 50 |
| 24 | Power Window Master Switch | 30 |
| 25 | Mass Air Flow (MAF) & Oxygen Sensor Relay | 30 |
| 26 | Ignition Switch, Accessory Relay, IG 1 Relay, IG 2 Relay | 40 |
| 27 | Non-Turbo: Main Relay, IG Relay, Electronic Throttle Control Relay | 30 |
| Turbo: Main Relay, IG Relay, Electronic Throttle Control Relay | 50 | |
| 28 | Accessory Relay, IG 2 Relay, Passenger Compartment Fuse: "7" | 50 |
| Relays | ||
| R1 | Main Radiator Fan | |
| R2 | Low Beam Headlight | |
| R3 | High Beam Headlight | |
| R4 | Rear Defogger | |
| R5 | Empty | |
| R6 | Horn | |
| R7 | Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | |
| R8 | Sub Radiator Fan | |
| R9 | A/C Compressor Clutch | |
| R10 | Main Radiator Fan 2 | |
Passenger Compartment
Located on the driver's side, at the bottom of the instrument panel, behind the trim panel.
Overview of the Subaru Forester SJ passenger compartment fuse box.
| Diagram | ||
|---|---|---|
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| No. | Circuit / Description | A |
| 1 |
|
20 |
| 2 | Empty | - |
| 3 | Power Door Lock Actuators | 15 |
| 4 | Windshield Wiper De-icer Relay | 10 |
| 5 |
|
10 |
| 6 | Power Exterior Mirrors | 7.5 |
| 7 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 15 |
| 8 | Brake Lights | 15 |
| 9 | Windshield Wiper De-icer | 15 |
| 10 | Battery Power Supply (+B) | 7.5 |
| 11 | Turn Signal Flasher Unit | 7.5 |
| 12 |
|
15 |
| 13 |
|
20 |
| 14 |
|
15 |
| 15 |
|
10 |
| 16 | Interior Illumination | 7.5 |
| 17 | Seat Heaters | 15 |
| 18 | Backup (Reverse) Lights | 10 |
| 19 | Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | 7.5 |
| 20 | Auxiliary Power Socket (Instrument Panel) | 10 |
| 21 |
|
7.5 |
| 22 |
|
10 |
| 23 | Not used | - |
| 24 |
|
10 |
| 25 | Supplemental Restraint System (SRS / Airbags) | 15 |
| 26 |
|
7.5 |
| 27 | Blower Motor (Climate Control) | 15 |
| 28 | 15 | |
| 29 | Front Fog Lights | 15 |
| 30 | Empty | - |
| 31 |
|
7.5 |
| 32 | Clutch Switch / A/C Compressor Switch | 7.5 |
| 33 | ABS / VDC Control Module | 7.5 |
| Rear Panel Relays | ||
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| R1 | Ignition (IG2) | |
| R2 | Accessory (ACC) | |
Additional relay holders may be installed adjacent to the main unit depending on vehicle equipment.
Relay Box Layout:
Relay Holder #1
R1. MAF & oxygen sensors;
R2. Electronic throttle control;
R3. Tail lights & illumination;
R4. Power windows;
R5. Starter 1;
R6. Starter cut (push-button start);
R7. Ignition (IG1);
R8. Ignition (IG2);
R9. Starter cut (push-button start);
R10. Empty.
Relay Holder #2
R1. Fuel pump (turbo);
R2. ECU self-shutoff;
R3. Main;
R4. Ignition (IG);
R5. Fuel pump (naturally aspirated);
R6. Empty;
R7. Seat heaters;
R8. Wiper / Windshield de-icer;
R9. Empty;
R10. Front fog lights.