Purge valve solenoid exact location?

2015 SUBARU FORESTER
10,100 MILES • 2.0L • TURBO • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MIKED1967
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I am trying to replace my purge valve solenoid. This if for the Forester XT and not the not turbo Forester. I am not sure of its loacation. thank you.
Jun 12, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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The purge valve solenoid 2.0 turbo is mounted on-under the intake manifold area, toward the driver’s side and rear/center of the engine, under the top-mounted intercooler. Here is a diagram to help. It is kind of near the oil dip stick tube. Check out the images (below). Let me know if you need anything else.



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Jun 12, 2026 at 5:16 PM
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MIKED1967
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Thank you. Much appreciated.
Jun 12, 2026 at 5:19 PM
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You are welcome, please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Jun 12, 2026 at 5:19 PM
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