Model Number Label
The model number label 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.
SK9AY1L
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | S | Series | S: Forester |
| 2 | K | Body type | K: Wagon |
| 3 | 9 | Total engine displacement/drive system | 9: 2.5 L AWD non-turbo |
| 4 | A | Model year | A: 2019MY |
| 5 | Y | Destination | Y: U.S., Canada and Mexico |
| 6 | 1 | Grade | 1: 2.5 i EyeSight 3: 2.5 i+ 4: 2.5 i+ EyeSight 5: 2.5 i-Premium 6: 2.5 i-Premium EyeSight 7: 2.5 i-Premium EyeSight base 9: 2.5 i-Sport EyeSight A: 2.5 i-Sport EyeSight base D: 2.5 i-Limited EyeSight E: 2.5 i-Limited EyeSight base H: 2.5 i-Touring EyeSight |
| 7 | L | Fuel feed system/transmission | L: DI DOHC non-turbo CVT |
The engine and transmission type are as follows.
ENGINE
FB25DXZHTA
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 and 2 | FB | Engine type symbol | FB: 4 cylinder gasoline |
| 3 and 4 | 25 | Displacement | 25: 2.5 L |
| 5 | D | Valve train/fuel supply system/steering | D: DOHC DI non-turbo (LH) |
| 6 | X | Exhaust regulations | X: U.S. (Tier 3/LEV 3) |
| 7 | Z | Intake/exhaust system | Z: Intake AVCS, exhaust AVCS, TGV, EGR |
| 8 | H | Mounted transmission | H: CVT |
| 9 and 10 | TA | Detailed specifications | Used when ordering parts. For details, refer to the parts catalog. |
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
TR580DHTAA
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | T | Transmission symbol | T: Transmission |
| 2 | R | Transmission system | R: Full-time AWD CVT |
| 3 and 4 | 58 | Distance between pulley centers | 58: 158 mm (6.22 in) between pulley centers |
| 5 | 0 | Classification | 0: CVT |
| 6 | D | Transmission specifications | D: With Auto Start Stop, with CVTF cooler (with warmer feature), without CVTF cooler (air cooler) |
| 7 | H | Mounted engine | H: 2.5 L DOHC non-turbo |
| 8 - 10 | TAA | Detailed specifications | Used when ordering parts. For details, refer to the parts catalog. |
REAR DIFFERENTIAL
| Identification | Reduction gear ratio | LSD |
|---|---|---|
| 42 | 3.700 | None |
OPTION CODE
BF
- 1-digit number
A B F G H S T V X Alloy wheel (17-inch) ◦ ◦ - - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ - Alloy wheel (18-inch) - - ◦ ◦ - - - - - Advanced package - - ◦ - - - - - - Safety view package - - - - - - - - - Dark-colored glass ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ - ◦ - - Sunroof - - ◦ ◦ ◦ - ◦ - - Cold weather package - ◦ ◦ ◦ - - ◦ ◦ - Y 3 Alloy wheel (17-inch) - ◦ Alloy wheel (18-inch) - - Advanced package - ◦ Safety view package - - Dark-colored glass ◦ ◦ Sunroof - ◦ Cold weather package - ◦ - 2-digit number
A C E F H I P R S Leather seats and leather door trim - - - - - - - ◦ ◦ Power seat ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Navigation system - ◦ - - - - ◦ - - harman/kardon audio + high grade audio ◦ - - - - - - - - harman/kardon audio + navigation - - - - ◦ - - ◦ - Keyless access with push button start ◦ ◦ ◦ - ◦ ◦ - ◦ ◦ Power rear gate ◦ ◦ - - ◦ ◦ - ◦ ◦ V W X Leather seats and leather door trim ◦ ◦ - Power seat ◦ ◦ - Navigation system - - - harman/kardon audio + high grade audio - ◦ - harman/kardon audio + navigation ◦ - - Keyless access with push button start - ◦ - Power rear gate ◦ ◦ -