Subaru Forester

[Archerfish]

Nangyari na kinalatakot ko. Nagkadent ung rear bumper. Hindi ko napansin poste. Wala pa orcr.. paano po kya ito? Salamat mga sir!

This gives me the impression that new cars are "magnet to dents".

The first time I used the​ 2.0 L Jetta, I discovered that it has back up sensors and functioning properly. I don't have this with my CR-V 98 but instead a back up camera. So as I was backing up, the sensors were giving me those high pitched sounds and so my friend warned me. I answered back, "Don't worry, it's still very far." Just as I finished​ my word, we heard a big "scratch"! They all laughed at me saying, "The sensors are working, that's great!" I kept my mouth shut.

Several months ago as I was using the Mazda 6, I turned to the usual corner that I pass and hit a flower pot. I thought I was far from it and I didn't feel anything back then not until I reached our garage to find out the big dent from that flower pot.

I know and I've seen the pot, I just thought I'm still far from it (again).

According to your post, you didn't see the post. That post must be a short post!

If anything, your story have consoled me with all the scratches and dents that I have.

😀

You'll get used to it, just like me.

[Wh1stl3r]

This is why I think backup sensors should still be standard even with oem backup cams.

[dreamur]

If it's of any consolation, I backed my forester into a steel barrier used to block the parking slot behind me. It was raining and the back up camera was blurred by the water droplets. Made me think that back up sensor should have been your first upgrade. Oops, too late.

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[Egan101]

This is why I think backup sensors should still be standard even with oem backup cams.

I did wish my FXT had the back up sensors also but after a few months of using just the rear camera, I gauged properly the distances with the colored lines shown on the camera.


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[Wh1stl3r]

If it's of any consolation, I backed my forester into a steel barrier used to block the parking slot behind me. It was raining and the back up camera was blurred by the water droplets. Made me think that back up sensor should have been your first upgrade. Oops, too late.

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I did wish my FXT had the back up sensors also but after a few months of using just the rear camera, I gauged properly the distances with the colored lines shown on the camera.


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The more safety aids the merrier. 🙂 They're also handy for those idiot mc riders who speed into your path while you're backing up.

[SpinCycle]

I also nicked my bumper of my Forester SH when it was new. For some reason, the backup camera initially gave me tunnel vision and I was just focused on what was on the screen instead of my usual way of checking everything around the back.


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[tsik_r2d2]

hahaha salamat mga sir. Natawa ako sa stories nyo. First drive ko rin ito coming from a driving school 10 yrs ago.

Sa may plastic po ung lubog. Malapit sa tambucho. Kaya ba ng hot water po un or iinit lng po ulo ko bwhaha

[tsik_r2d2]

I did wish my FXT had the back up sensors also but after a few months of using just the rear camera, I gauged properly the distances with the colored lines shown on the camera.


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Eto po huhu

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[SpinCycle]

Eto po huhu

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Buti hindi tumama sa painted area. Try mo buhusan ng kumukulong tubig and then bend it back to shape.


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[Lin Dan]

This is why I think backup sensors should still be standard even with oem backup cams.

Ah yes definitely. When it's raining hard, the back up cam can't give you better visibility. The back up sensor is still an old friend to trust.

[Woof]

Eto po huhu

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Kaya po maayos yan kung DIY type of person ka. You will have to heat up the affected area using a heat gun or hair dryer. From the inside of the bumper, use a pointed tool (not sharp) to gently and slowly push out the dented part back to its proper form while keeping the heat on the affected area. After that, wet sand the scuff marks with fine grit sandpaper. Finish off by applying plastic trim conditioner to even out the lighter shade of the sanded parts with the rest of the bumper.

[Walter]

Reverse sensor is the first accessory we install on all vehicles ... Even if the vehicle has a reverse camera ...

[Archerfish]

I also nicked my bumper of my Forester SH when it was new. For some reason, the backup camera initially gave me tunnel vision and I was just focused on what was on the screen instead of my usual way of checking everything around the back.


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The thing is, I never had any scratch with those low-tech vehicles I have driven. Some of them, you needed to "pump" the brakes for it to work. Imagine how old is that kind of technology. Just when I started relying on those cameras and sensors, that is the time I "collected" all those dents and scratches.
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[monty_GTV]

Buti hindi tumama sa painted area. Try mo buhusan ng kumukulong tubig and then bend it back to shape.


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mas mainam ba gamitin ang kumukulong tubig? or pwede rin ba hot air kung merong hair dryer?

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[SpinCycle]

mas mainam ba gamitin ang kumukulong tubig? or pwede rin ba hot air kung merong hair dryer?

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I think mas mabilis in total time ang hot water. Pero pwede din naman ang hair dryer.


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[Egan101]

2019 Forester for PH market only comes with an updated FB20 engine. Only two models will be available.

Subaru Reveals Launch Timeline, Variants, Specs of 219 Forester for Philippine Market | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Automotive Features, and New Car Prices | ************

[jojopad]

2019 Forester for PH market only comes with an updated FB20 engine. Only two models will be available.

Subaru Reveals Launch Timeline, Variants, Specs of 219 Forester for Philippine Market | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Automotive Features, and New Car Prices | ************

Only 2.0 Li, that seems a bit underpowered for the new forester that's larger. I'd like to see how it compares with the previous version when it comes to fuel economy.

From the youtube review vids I've seen, they say the responsiveness of the transmission is much better now with the new forester. It's the same CVT used in the 2018 Outback.

[SpinCycle]

Sad to see the XT go the way of the dodo.

Will definitely hang on to ours now.


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[ericknewbie]

Hi, anyone upgraded HU for the 2016+ foresters? Any recommendations where to get a scosche 2 din?

What HUs do you guys recommend? Would love to keep the steering wheel remote functionalities and back up camera on the HU.

Thanks

For reference

Scosche Double Din Mounting Kit and Bezel - 215+ WRX / 215+ STI / 216+ Forester / 215+ Crosstrek - Audio & Stereo Upgrades - Interior - 14+ Forester

[Egan101]

Only 2.0 Li, that seems a bit underpowered for the new forester that's larger. I'd like to see how it compares with the previous version when it comes to fuel economy.

From the youtube review vids I've seen, they say the responsiveness of the transmission is much better now with the new forester. It's the same CVT used in the 2018 Outback.

Most of the reviews are for the 2.5L NA model and not the 2.0L model slated for Southeast Asia. I guess not much difference in fuel economy even if they bring here the 2.5L model.

Besides, Filipinos are allergic to big displacement engines so I guess it is a marketing move for Motor Image to just offer the 2.0L model here.

Sad to see the XT go the way of the dodo.

Will definitely hang on to ours now.


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Maybe in the latter part of the life of this new generation, Subaru might field a new XT model with the newer FA25 turbo engine which is used on the 3-row Ascent.

No way I am letting go of my FXT.