Parts for your 2000 Subaru Forester-Thermostat

2000 Subaru Forester thermostat — what it does and when to replace it

A thermostat is absolutely fitted to the 2000 Subaru Forester and it’s a key part of the cooling system. Technical sources that specify its presence and operation include: the Subaru Forester (SF series, MY1999–2002) Service Manual Cooling System section, which lists the thermostat opening spec at roughly 78–82°C and fully open near 95°C with the air-bleed at the 12 o’clock position