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2009 SUBARU FORESTER

2.5L H4AWDCVTgas
18 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2303high severityPowertrain

Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit

on 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD

What this code means

Fault in ignition coil C secondary circuit (typically cylinder 3).

Symptoms

  • Cylinder 3 misfire
  • Check engine light

Common causes

  • Failed coil
  • Worn spark plug
  • Boot damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Swap coil
  2. Check plug
  3. Inspect for arcing

Repair notes

Replace coil and spark plug as needed.

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