How to Remove and Replace an A/C Compressor on Subaru Forester?

Have a technician discharge and recover the refrigerant. Disconnect the battery, remove the A/C compressor drivebelt, and the electrical harness from the alternator for older models, or the alternator for newer models. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the compressor and plug the fittings. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch electrical connector, remove the compressor mounting bolts and the compressor. If installing a new compressor, drain excess oil and possibly transfer the clutch from the old unit. Reinstall in reverse order, using new O-rings coated with refrigerant oil. Tighten bolts and fittings to torque. Use A/C-specific O-rings. Reconnect the battery and have a technician evacuate, recharge, and test the system.

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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111SC020
$950.30 MSRP: $1356.02
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- Other Name: Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2013 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, X Premium | 2.5L H4 DOHC
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111FJ040
$866.96 MSRP: $1237.10
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- Replaced by: 73111FJ042
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2016 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring | 2.0L H4, 2.5L H4
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111SA001
$747.29 MSRP: $1066.33
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- Other Name: Compressor
- Replaces: 73111SA000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2007 Subaru Forester | L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111FG001
$557.15 MSRP: $795.02
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 73111FG002
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111FJ041
$866.96 MSRP: $1237.10
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Compressor
- Replaced by: 73111FJ042
- Replaces: 73111FJ040
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring | 2.0L H4, 2.5L H4
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111FG002
$557.15 MSRP: $795.02
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Compressor
- Replaces: 73111FG001, 73111FG000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111SA010
$737.83 MSRP: $1052.83
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111FG000
$557.15 MSRP: $795.02
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Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: ZXL/506021-7562
- Replaced by: 73111FG002
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111SA000
$747.29 MSRP: $1066.33
You Save: $319.04 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 73111SA001
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Subaru Forester | L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester Compressor Assembly
Part Number: 73111AE021
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Subaru Forester | L, S | 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Compressor
Part Number: 73111FA132
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Compressor Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: CAL/2F670 45010
- Replaced by: 73111FA133
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2000 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC

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Q: How to Remove and Replace an A/C Compressor on Subaru Forester?
A: Have a technician discharge and recover the refrigerant. Disconnect the battery, remove the A/C compressor drivebelt, and the electrical harness from the alternator for older models, or the alternator for newer models. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the compressor and plug the fittings. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch electrical connector, remove the compressor mounting bolts and the compressor. If installing a new compressor, drain excess oil and possibly transfer the clutch from the old unit. Reinstall in reverse order, using new O-rings coated with refrigerant oil. Tighten bolts and fittings to torque. Use A/C-specific O-rings. Reconnect the battery and have a technician evacuate, recharge, and test the system.