2004 forester xt manual swap

After almost 17 years of service, the original transmission in the forester suffered a critical failure. Hsf029aa the illustrated vehicle is one of the forester series. This subaru forester xt has been prepped with a full sti engine swap, upgraded suspension and brake components, flared fenders, and, most importantly, hand controls, as its owner is paralyzed from. How to remove subaru manual transmission 2004 subaru forester xt 5mt transmission swap replacement subaru transmission removal and. The following schematic depicts the 2004 subaru forester wiring harness diagram. Feb 23, 2018 iwire auto to manual transmission conversion connector package this post is a general overview of how to convert your subaru transmission from auto to manual. I work for a subaru dealership so maintenance and parts are pretty easy to get and pay for. Selling my 2004 subaru forester xt with a full sti swap including a 6 speed tranny and all sti suspension components. Feb 24, 2019 subaru transmission removal and subaru transmission replacement. The viscous fluid which is used to transfer torque frontback needs slippage before it can react and transfer torque. Currently shopping for a new dd, and looking at an 0407 forrester xt.

Up for sale is a complete sti transmission swap package pulled from a good running and driving jdm grb sti in japan. Assuming there are differences, are the 2004 2005 forester xt engines also distinct. Unfortunately, as im sure you know, the manuals are rare. How much it cost to sti swap my subaru forester a lot of people have asked me how much it cost to sti swap my forester. Complete manual transmissions for subaru forester ebay. The 5 speed mates up with the engine the same way as the 4eat does. Used 2004 subaru forester for sale near you edmunds. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. I still cant believe that it happened, but yesterday i became the very proud new owner of this beautiful 2005 forester xt 5s manual premium, with a gorgeous leather interior. How to remove subaru manual transmission 2004 subaru.

Used jdm subaru ty856ub1ka 6 speed manual grb 20082014 sti transmission with 5x114 hubs, brembos, axles, diff, subframes etc. Regarding engine interchange, what differences are there between the ej255 used in the forester xt vs the baja turbo. Planning a swap into a bh outback and i see a lot more drivetrains available from forester. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Manual transmission 2004 subaru forester xt 5mt transmission swap replacement subaru transmission removal. After almost 17 years of service, the original transmission in. Im in the middle of swapping a 5mt into a 2005 forester xt. At the chicago auto show in february 2003, subaru announced a new forester 2. Switch from a 2006 forester that had a 5 speed originally.

Most specifically, how much it cost to 6 speed swap my. In this multipart series, we join my good friend brett and head to the rumble shack the sydney subaru specialist as we do a complete driveline swap from an 02 wrx sti into his 01 gt forester. Compare prices of all subaru forester s sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. Used subaru forester with manual transmission for sale. Up for sale is a complete sti transmission swap package pulled from a good running and dri. I am the original owner of a 04 fxt with a manual transmission.

Search over 46,700 listings to find the best local deals. Used subaru forester with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Subaru forester questions engine swap on a 2003 forester. All subaru vehicles distributed by subaru of ameri ca, inc. Discussing automatic to 6 speed swap in my 2004 xt forester. Jul 07, 2015 the 2016 subaru forester is making its dealer launch now and it still comes with a 6speed manual gearbox. Subaru wrx 20022005 5 speed transmission replacement. Use our free online car valuation tool to find out exactly how much your car is worth today. I was just wondering if anyone has seen or done an engine swap on a 2004 subaru forester xt. Completed the 4eat to 6 speed swap in my 04 xt premium. Unfortunately its not as practical for work anymore. Usdm forester xt 2004 2005 5speed transmission, replacement.

Custom gauge pod modified gc8 ebay pod that was shaved and made to fit the forester dash, and still allow use of the upper dash pocket registered users of the site do not see these ads. I am just ready to begin a 6mt swap into a 2006 4eat forester fxt. Aug 01, 2003 the forester xt is another case of an excellent engine transforming a bland car into something sweet. I was actually thinking this afternoon that if i put in the sti front and rear differentials, the higher gears in those might make the 6th gear no longer needed. Car was built to race in road courses so it was built to be reliable and fast.

The manual wrx on the other hand, has the same viscous coupling awd system present in all other manual subarus, which is a reactive system, as opposed to the proactive nature of the vtdawd system of the autowrx. Leave the transmission computer plugged in, unless you swap to a manual abs pump in which case you can remove the auto transmission computer. Page 3 2004 forester service manual quick reference index general information section foreword how to use this manual specification precaution this service manual has been prepared to provide subaru service personnel note with the necessary information and data for the correct maintenance and repair of subaru vehicles. Complete engines for 2004 subaru forester for sale ebay. How to remove subaru manual transmission 2004 subaru forester xt 5mt transmission swap replacement subaru transmission removal and subaru transmission replacement. Subaru sti 6 speed manual transmissions jspec auto. It comes with the ecu, wiring loom, tuned zf and a tran. All i can say is patience is a virtue as i had to look for a long time to find this one. I also just bought everything i need from a wrecked 2007 sti to do a 6 speed swap into it. Used 2004 subaru forester xt for sale with photos cargurus.

We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation. You may know about my subaru forester from the florida to alaska road trip series, but what you probably didnt know is that my forester used to be bone stock and. Why you cant get a 6speed manual subaru forester black. Sell used 2004 subaru forester xt full sti swap with 6. Page 2 this manual describes the following vehicle types.

With cobb stage ii and some sti suspension bits, it is really quick. Custom grill with f badge sti scoop rear wing pioneer head unit with apple car play. Search forester sti 6 speed swap package jspec auto sports. See good deals, great deals and more on a 2004 subaru forester. Subaru sf airbox 20022007 wrx, 2004 2007 sti, 2004 2008 fxt.

Dont change the transmission fluid on a subaru unless you know the correct information. Get 635csi, swap automatic to manual celebrate until bmw electrical gremlins pop up. It was only available in 04, 05 forester xts and the 04 baja turbos. We wish we could offer a product to make this simple but because of the many changes in subaru wiring between car model and years, we cant make a product that w. After almost 17 years of service, the original transmission in the forester suffered a. Subaru forester questions transmission swap subaru forester. Complete engines for subaru forester for sale ebay. Subaru auto to manual transmission conversion basic overview.

A 6 speed or 5 speed swap is going to be the same process except you will not have to replace as many things if you do a 5 speed swap into your car. Up for sale swap is my 2004 subaru forester xt, ej255 dohc 2. Manual transmission 2004 subaru forester xt 5mt transmission swap replacement subaru transmission removal and subaru transmission replacement. View and download subaru forester 2004 service manual online. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Subaru transmission removal and subaru transmission replacement. Swap my subaru forester a lot of people have asked me how much it cost to sti swap my forester.

Everything works, all electronics, ac and heater work. As a concession, subaru is offering the new 2018 forester 2. Get your tradein, private party and dealer retail value with edmunds free appraisal. Subaru complete engines for 2004 subaru forester for sale. Modified subaru forester xt w hand controls one take. Since it is based on the impresa, many wrx parts swap right into it.