What does the manufacturer recommend when installing the rear Sway Bar Link, Sway Bar Bushing, and Sway Bar Kit on a Subaru Forester?

New self-locking mounting nuts are suggested by the manufacturer to be utilized when fitting the sway bar links. Start by lifting the back part of the car using a jack and secure it on jackstands, while chocking the wheels of the front part of the car. On a Legacy model starting with 2005 up to the present year, detach the rear wheels. Eliminate the link to the sway bar kit by loosening the captive nut and ball stud; on models up to and including 2002 Forester only bolts are needed to be removed. While to detach the sway bar kit, it is enough to undo the upper fastener of the link, the lower one enables you to take off the link as a whole. Then, first, loosen the retainer of the base and then, unscrew it from both sides of the sway bar kit and release the bar. Remove the Sway Bar Bushing from the bar and look for signs of wear and cracks on the bushings, replace the bushings, inspect and replace both the link and ball joints on the sway bar kit in the 2002 and earlier Forester model. The installation is carried out in the reverse sequence to its removal and all nuts and bolts tightened to the correct torque.

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Subaru Forester Rub Bush STABILIZER
Part Number: 20414SG000
$6.55 MSRP: $9.10
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- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer; Bushings, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Replaced by: 20414SG001
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2021 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring, Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring | 2.0L H4, 2.5L H4
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Subaru Forester BSHG STABILIZER
Part Number: 20464SC010
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- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer; Bushings, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Manufacturer Note: D=15
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring, X, X Limited, X Premium, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.0L H4, 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester BUSHING STABILIZER
Part Number: 20464FL010
$10.36 MSRP: $14.38
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2021 Subaru Forester | Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring
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Subaru Forester Rub Bush STABILIZER
Part Number: 20414AG070
$5.46 MSRP: $7.58
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer; Bushings, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Replaces: 20464AG08A, 20414AG030
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, X Premium, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester BUSHING STABILIZER Inner D16
Part Number: 20401AA020
$5.84 MSRP: $8.12
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer; Bushings, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Manufacturer Note: FOR STABILIZER(D=17)
- Position: Inner
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester Bush STABILIZER Inner
Part Number: 20401FA021
$5.23 MSRP: $7.27
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer
- Manufacturer Note: FOR STABILIZER(D=19)
- Position: Inner
- Replaces: 21047GA770, 21047GA820, 21047GA821, 20401FA020, SPS47GA821
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2002 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Bush STABILIZER Inner D12
Part Number: 20401FA000
$4.97 MSRP: $6.90
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer; Bushings, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Manufacturer Note: FOR STABILIZER(D=13)
- Position: Inner
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2002 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Bush(Stab)Inner D20
Part Number: 20401AC031
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer
- Manufacturer Note: FOR STABILIZER(D=21)
- Position: Inner
- Replaced by: 20414SA000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester PB000971 BUSHING STABILIZER
Part Number: 20414AG030
$5.46 MSRP: $7.58
You Save: $2.12 (28%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bushing-Stabilizer
- Replaced by: 20414AG070
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester RUB BUSH STAB
Part Number: 20414SG001
$6.55 MSRP: $9.10
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Product Specifications
- Replaces: 20414SG000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022-2025 Subaru Forester | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 4 Cyl 2.5L Hybrid

Subaru Forester Sway Bar Bushing

The Subaru Forester Sway Bar Bushing is responsible for attaching the stabilizer bar to the frame of the vehicle, allowing the body to stay stable and controllable during cornering. The part cushions the bar and chassis, absorbing jolts, muffling sounds, and allowing the sway bar to move smoothly, which helps calm the ride. Each Subaru Forester employs a front Sway Bar Bushing and a rear Sway Bar Bushing at the stabilizer bars to keep them in their correct position. Sway Bar Bushing prevents the bar from slapping or sliding against the vehicle frame. The front unit shares the identical objective with the rear unit. Specifically, the front unit connects the bar to the front suspension arms. Meanwhile, the rear unit connects the bar to the rear suspension. When adequately lubricated, bushings may have a long lifespan. However, rubber becomes hard with wear, resulting in looseness that may cause rattles, squeaks, sluggish steering feel, or increased roll. As long as any ominous signs seen many times are addressed immediately, Subaru's handling of the Forester remains balanced as can be expected. When the Sway Bar Bushing wears out, replacing the damaged piece restores the stabilizer bar's ability to resist roll, bringing back expected cornering and comfort to the Subaru Forester.

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Subaru Forester Sway Bar Bushing Parts Questions & Experts Answers

BUSHING STABILIZER Inner D16
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Q:
What does the manufacturer recommend when installing the rear Sway Bar Link, Sway Bar Bushing, and Sway Bar Kit on a Subaru Forester?
Posted by Donald S.
A:
New self-locking mounting nuts are suggested by the manufacturer to be utilized when fitting the sway bar links. Start by lifting the back part of the car using a jack and secure it on jackstands, while chocking the wheels of the front part of the car. On a Legacy model starting with 2005 up to the present year, detach the rear wheels. Eliminate the link to the sway bar kit by loosening the captive nut and ball stud; on models up to and including 2002 Forester only bolts are needed to be removed. While to detach the sway bar kit, it is enough to undo the upper fastener of the link, the lower one enables you to take off the link as a whole. Then, first, loosen the retainer of the base and then, unscrew it from both sides of the sway bar kit and release the bar. Remove the Sway Bar Bushing from the bar and look for signs of wear and cracks on the bushings, replace the bushings, inspect and replace both the link and Ball Joints on the sway bar kit in the 2002 and earlier Forester model. The installation is carried out in the reverse sequence to its removal and all nuts and bolts tightened to the correct torque.
Answered by Subaru Parts Specialist Anthony / Jun 21, 2025