The 2014 Subaru Forester comes with a timing chain. Subaru introduced the FB series of engines in 2011, and those engines are fitted with a timing chain. Therefore, any fourth-generation Forester from 2013 or later will have a timing chain.
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- How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a 2014 Subaru?
- Will a timing belt last 200000 miles?
- When should I replace my timing chain on my Subaru Forester?
- Does a 2014 Subaru have a timing chain?
- What year did Subaru start using timing chains?
- How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a 2014 Subaru Forester?
- Which Subarus have a timing chain?
- What are symptoms of a timing chain going bad on a Subaru?
- When should timing chain be replaced on 2014 Subaru Outback?
- Which Subaru Foresters have timing chains?
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a 2014 Subaru?
The real cost is in the labor, because a lot of parts need to be disassembled to get to the belt. Shopping around to get a few quotes is your best bet to get the best deal, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $409 to $919 (including parts and labor).
Will a timing belt last 200000 miles?
The best guide would be the car handbook to see what the manufacturer mileage recommendations are. It is safer to replace the timing belt even earlier than the manufacturer recommends. In general, however, timing belts needs to be replaced from 60,000 miles up to 150,000 miles.
When should I replace my timing chain on my Subaru Forester?
Older cars may have a timing chain, similar to a chain on a motorcycle, with a life cycle of around 60,000 miles. Newer models use timing belts made of polyurethane and Kevlar for long life and durability. They can go as long as 100,000 miles although it’s always a good idea to change it before then.
Does a 2014 Subaru have a timing chain?
This Fits Your 2014 Subaru Outback. Your engine’s timing chain can stretch over time resulting in a check engine light that comes along with excessive noise from your engine’s timing cover. If the chain has broken, which is a rare occurrence, the engine will not start.
What year did Subaru start using timing chains?
2011
2011 was the first year for the newest version of the 2.5L normally aspirated engine. Years previous to 2011 the 2.5L, as did all Subaru flat four engines, used a timing belt. Beginning in 2011 the 2.5L uses a timing chain.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a 2014 Subaru Forester?
$409 to $919
The real cost is in the labor, because a lot of parts need to be disassembled to get to the belt. Shopping around to get a few quotes is your best bet to get the best deal, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $409 to $919 (including parts and labor). Have a timing chain instead of a timing belt?
Which Subarus have a timing chain?
If you have a Subaru Outback, Forester or other non-STI vehicle from the 2014 model year or newer, your car is equipped with a timing chain that doesn’t need regular maintenance. However, if your Subaru model is older than that, you may have a timing belt under the hood.
What are symptoms of a timing chain going bad on a Subaru?
Signs of a Faulty or Failing Timing Chain
One of the most common signs of a faulty timing chain is a rattling sound when you start the engine, let it idle, or brake. That rattle is a loose chain banging against the housing it’s in, indicating the chain is stretched beyond what it should be.
When should timing chain be replaced on 2014 Subaru Outback?
Subaru timing belts need to be replaced after seven years or 105,000 miles; whichever comes first.
Which Subaru Foresters have timing chains?
Simply, then, a 1997 to 2011 Forester will have a timing belt, while any of the fourth-gen Foresters (from 2013 or later) will have a timing chain. And for a brief period from 2011 to 2012, the Forester was fitted with either a timing belt or a timing chain depending on which engine was fitted.
