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Model Number Plate: Notes

The model number plate indicates: the applied model, the option code, the trim code, the engine type, the transmission type, and the exterior color code. This information is helpful when placing orders for parts.

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MODEL NUMBER PLATE MEANING

Digits Code Meaning Details
1 S Series S: Forester
2 G Body type G: Wagon
3 9 Engine displacement Drive system Suspension system 9: 2.5L AWD
4 C Model year C: 2005MY
5 Y Destination Y: U.S.A., Canada
6 7 Grade 6: L. L. Bean
7: 2.5X
8: 2.5XS
B: 2.5XT
7 J Transmission, fuel feed system J: SOHC MFI 5-speed MT
L: SOHC MFI 4-speed AT
D: DOHC Turbo MFI 5-speed MT
T: DOHC Turbo MFI 4-speed AT

The engine and transmission type are as follows: