2003 Forester.... Rear (SLS) Suspension Question?

[EB#]

Hi there,
I have a standard 2003 Forester 2.5 (05/03 build) and was just wondering
if this model has the 'self levelling' rear suspension or not. I am assuming
that as it is not the XT (or other top end model) that it does NOT have
SLS.... Correct? How do I tell in this instance?

I am looking to replace the rear shocks and will likely go with a pair of
KYB units.

Thanks.

[yarney]

They shouldn't be, The easy way to check is to have a look at the strut there should be a canister along side the main part of the strut
In where the spring is. That is the self leveler if there is no canister then they are normal

Jan

[Subyroo]

Hi there,
I have a standard 2003 Forester 2.5 (05/03 build) and was just wondering
if this model has the 'self levelling' rear suspension or not. I am assuming
that as it is not the XT (or other top end model) that it does NOT have
SLS.... Correct? How do I tell in this instance?

I am looking to replace the rear shocks and will likely go with a pair of
KYB units.

Thanks.

My stock 2003 XS Forester 2.5 (04/03 build - still within the family circle) has SLS on the rear end.

[EB#]

Thanks Yarney....
I had a look and they are a standard shock body without the additional cannister on my 03 Foz X.

I scoped around on the web and found a pic of the SG SLS rear shock, just for comparison.