--- title: "2014-2018 Subaru Forester Brake Pads and Rotor Sizes" description: "Brake pad references and rotor diameters for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester, front and rear. Front rotors measure 294 mm. Includes electronic parking brake service notes where they apply." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/brakes" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Brake Pad and Rotor Specifications Brake pad references and rotor diameters for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester, front and rear. Front rotors measure 294 mm. Includes electronic parking brake service notes where they apply. ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester brake specifications (Check your manual) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Front rotor diameter | 294 mm | | Rear rotor diameter | 286 mm | Note: 2.5i uses the smaller front rotor; Limited/Touring/2.0XT use a larger ~316mm front rotor. Conventional cable parking brake, no service mode needed. Figures based on the shared FB-platform Forester/Impreza brake architecture used through this generation. ## Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover? These brakes specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2014 through 2018, the SJ (4th generation), compact crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2014 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014) - [2015 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2015) - [2016 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2016) - [2017 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2017) - [2018 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2018) ## What changed during the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2014 | Full redesign: all-new SGP-adjacent platform, FA20DIT turbo replaces the EJ25 turbo and moves to the CVT, first EyeSight availability on Forester | | 2015 | Standard rearview camera added across all trims; 18-in wheels become available on the 2.5i | | 2016 | New touchscreen-based infotainment interface across the lineup, with a standard 6.2-in touchscreen on the base 2.5i trim | | 2017 | Facelift: revised front/rear styling, updated infotainment, LED headlight option on Touring | | 2018 | Final year of this generation | ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester brakes: common questions ### What size are the brake rotors on a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester? 294 mm front and 286 mm rear. Measure before ordering if the vehicle may have a towing or performance brake package. ### Anything special about servicing the brakes on a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester? 2.5i uses the smaller front rotor; Limited/Touring/2.0XT use a larger ~316mm front rotor. Conventional cable parking brake, no service mode needed. Figures based on the shared FB-platform Forester/Impreza brake architecture used through this generation.. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Subaru Forester generations (SJ)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Forester) - [subaruforester.org, 2017 Forester engine oil capacity thread (5.1 qt, FB25)](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2017-engine-oil-capacity.832865/) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2016 Forester 2.0L FA20F Turbo oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2016/subaru/forester/2-0l-4-cyl-engine-code-fa20f-3-turbo/) - [MotorWeek, 2014 Subaru Forester review (2.0XT: 250 hp / 258 lb-ft, ~23/28 mpg)](https://motorweek.org/road_tests/2014_subaru_forester/) - [subaruforester.org, 2014 Forester 2.0XT HP and torque discussion](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2014-forester-2-0xt-hp-and-torque.134114/) - [turbochargersdirect.com, Subaru banjo bolt oil feed line/cylinder head connection explainer](https://turbochargersdirect.com/subaru-tsb-banjo-bolt-at-oil-feed-line-and-cylinder-head-connection/) - [NHTSA, Recall 19V701000 product campaign bulletin (WUM-98, passenger ODS sensor)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RCRIT-19V701-9656.pdf) - [Consumer Reports, Subaru Forester SUVs recalled for airbag deactivation risk](https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/subaru-forester-suvs-recalled-for-airbag-deactivation-risk/) - [classaction.org, Subaru windshield settlement given preliminary approval](https://www.classaction.org/news/subaru-windshield-settlement-given-preliminary-approval-reimbursements-extended-warranty-available) - [tirecalculatorhub.com, Subaru Forester OEM tire size guide by year](https://tirecalculatorhub.com/guides/subaru-tire-calculator) - [wiperhaus.com, Subaru Forester wiper blade size guide](https://wiperhaus.com/blogs/subaru-forester-information/2024-subaru-forester-windshield-wiper-blade-size) ## Other Subaru Forester generations - [2025-2026 Subaru Forester brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2025-2026/brakes) - [2019-2024 Subaru Forester brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/brakes) - [2012-2013 Subaru Forester brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2012-2013/brakes) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/brakes). ## More for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/bulbs) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.