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Is there a timing belt or chain in the 2005 Subaru Forester?
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The 2005 Subaru Forester originally had a timing belt but switched to a timing chain in 2012, possibly because chains require less maintenance than belts. Belts need more maintenance as they are external and exposed, while chains are internal and protected. For the Forester, the timing belt should be replaced every 60,000 to 90,000 miles, but with a chain, inspection is needed only every 150,000 miles. The labor cost for changing a timing belt ranges from $240 to $380, plus additional for parts.
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The 2005 Subaru Forester comes with a timing belt that should be replaced every 105,000 miles, as advised.
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The 2005 Subaru Forester offers two engine choices: a turbocharged and a non-turbocharged 2.5L box-4. Both these options utilize timing belts, and Subaru advises changing them every 105,000 miles.
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