--- title: "2019-2024 Subaru Forester Cabin & Engine Air Filters" description: "Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/filters" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2019-2024 Subaru Forester Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY. ## Cabin air filter (High confidence) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Location | Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY | | Replace every | Every 15,000-30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions) | ## Engine air filter (Check your manual) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clip-on lid, no tools | | Replace every | Every 30,000 mi | ## Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover? These air filters specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2019 through 2024, the SK (5th generation), compact crossover suv (subaru global platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2019 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019) - [2020 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2020) - [2021 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2021) - [2022 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2022) - [2023 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2023) - [2024 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2024) ## What changed during the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2019 | Generation launch on the Subaru Global Platform; direct-injected FB25D replaces the port-injected FB25; no turbo XT offered in the US; EyeSight standard | | 2022 | Wilderness trim introduced with raised suspension, all-terrain tires, and additional underbody protection | | 2024 | Final model year of this generation before the SL redesign | ## 2019-2024 Subaru Forester air filters: common questions ### Where is the cabin air filter on a 2019-2024 Subaru Forester? Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY. ### How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2019-2024 Subaru Forester? Every 15,000-30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Subaru Forester generations (SK)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Forester) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2020 Forester 2.5L FB25D oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2020/subaru/forester/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-fb25d-1/) - [subaruforester.org, FB25DI correct oil level / capacity discussion (4.4 qt per owner's manual)](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/fb25di-correct-oil-level-clarify-how-to-measure-oil-level-non-fb25di-posts-will-be-deleted.832532/) - [Subaru Service Bulletin 09-119-24, Thermo Control Valve Warranty Extension (2019-21MY Forester)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10253930-0001.pdf) - [Reddit r/SubaruForester, Subaru now covering TCV issues for 2019+ models](https://www.reddit.com/r/SubaruForester/comments/1bvqbgk/psa_subaru_is_now_covering_thermo_control_valve/) - [classaction.org, Subaru windshield settlement given preliminary approval](https://www.classaction.org/news/subaru-windshield-settlement-given-preliminary-approval-reimbursements-extended-warranty-available) - [classaction.org, Subaru lawsuit: 2019-2025 vehicles, parasitic battery drain (Taylor v. Subaru)](https://www.classaction.org/news/subaru-lawsuit-says-2019-2025-vehicles-plagued-by-electrical-system-defect-causing-parasitic-battery-drain) - [Reddit r/subaru, 2019-2020 CVT warranty extension to 10 yr/100k thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/subaru/comments/1ltsv9m/20192020_us_cvt_warranty_extension_to_10/) - [Reddit r/subaru, 2019 Forester front brake rotor sizes (294/316mm front, 285mm rear)](https://www.reddit.com/r/subaru/comments/1nvat0r/2019_subaru_forester_front_rotor_question/) - [tirecalculatorhub.com, Subaru Forester OEM tire size guide by year](https://tirecalculatorhub.com/guides/subaru-tire-calculator) - [wiperhaus.com, 2024 Subaru Forester windshield wiper blade size](https://wiperhaus.com/blogs/subaru-forester-information/2024-subaru-forester-windshield-wiper-blade-size) ## Other Subaru Forester generations - [2025-2026 Subaru Forester air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2025-2026/filters) - [2014-2018 Subaru Forester air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/filters) - [2012-2013 Subaru Forester air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2012-2013/filters) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/filters). ## More for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/wipers) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.