2007 New Model Update
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2007 Forester Page 81
August 2006
* Refer to STIS (Subaru Technical Infromation System)
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2007MY FORESTER AND IMPREZA
The 2007 model year Forester and Impreza models maintain the same body style as the 2006
model year. Changes and enhancements to vehicle equipment make it necessary to review this
material to maintain a current understanding of this year’s product.
The next 14 pages review the changes and contents of equipment on the Forester and Impreza
models. Key changes or enhancements include: Sirius satellite radio capability, engine power
output specifications and the deletion of sodium filled exhaust valves (always consult the newest
service bulletins and service information to stay current with vehicle or changes enhancements).
Also being introduced to Impreza turbo models is the Secondary Air Injection System. (Refer back
to page 67)
2007 FORESTER
EMISSIONS
Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) Standard
2.5 Liter (Non-Turbo) Engine models
The Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) standard has been adopted for non-turbo 2007 model
year Forester vehicles to comply with California Air Resources Board (CARB) Low Emission Vehicle
(LEV) standards.
PZEV vehicles are required in the following states that have adopted the California Air Resources
Board (CARB) Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) standards:
- California
- Massachusetts
- Vermont
- Maine
- New York
The 2.5 Liter (non turbo) engine models sold in the remaining 45 states are manufactured as Federal
Specification U6: Tier II / Bin 5.
These models cannot be sold in CA, MA, ME, NY and VT states.
ENGINE
APPEARANCE
2.5XT Limited models: Engine cover 6-star logo will be in black paint (formerly silver)
Horsepower and Torque Ratings
Max horsepower and max torque ratings for the 2.5L Turbo engines change this year to comply
with modifications to SAE spec J1394
Horsepower: 224 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque: 226 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Cylinder Heads
2.5XT Limited models: Sodium filled exhaust valves have been deleted
