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2010 Subaru Forester Questions & Answers
Suddenly the remote keys don't unlock the car
A common problem is the button switches on key fob circuit board have broken their soldering point. If you have (or know someone technical with) a FINE point soldering iron, the switches can be resoldered. This may not fix the your problem. If not, you need a new fob (try
Amazon.com) Read up your owners manual on the procedure to reprogram the security system for new fobs. The process is tedious and usually takes some effort to the procedure to work.
Brake pedal will not depress.
whats a casual problem if and when brake boosters fail brake pedal is like stepping on a brick if you dont trust mechanic get second opinion but sounds like booster failing or vacuum valve failure
Brake pedal will not depress.
indicates that it is the booster or second ,a faulty brake master cylinder
boosters can be repaired for considerably less than that or get a good unit from the wreckers /junk yards
get a second opinion from an accredited brake specialist shop
2010 subaru forester engine cuts out
consider this
when at the stop lights , you will have your foot on the brake as it will still be in drive or in gear and you don't want the car to move
a simple test is to apply the hand brake to stop the car and don't touch the foot brake
if it idles ok but cuts out when you apply the foot brake , replace the brake booster as it has a vacuum leak that is causing the problem
you can do this test in the garage by starting in neutral and allowing the engine to idle , then apply the foot brake
iof it dies it is the booster
What does this mean
The lights will illuminate for two seconds when the ignition is turned to the on position
The lights will turn on and then off when the engine is started
The lights may come on and stay lit after the engine has started then turns off when the vehicle reaches about 25 mph / 40 kph
The lights may come on during driving but then turn immediately off. - - However, do not hesitate having the computer codes and system checked by your Subaru specialist. Good luck.
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