{"id":17510,"date":"2026-08-30T01:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-08-30T01:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/?post_type=product&#038;p=17510"},"modified":"2026-08-30T01:58:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-30T01:58:31","slug":"2014-2021-subaru-wrx-forester-2-0l-turbo-engine-jdm-fa20dit-fa20-engine-motor","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/produit\/2014-2021-subaru-wrx-forester-2-0l-turbo-engine-jdm-fa20dit-fa20-engine-motor\/","title":{"rendered":"2014-2021 SUBARU WRX FORESTER 2.0L TURBO ENGINE JDM FA20DIT FA20 ENGINE MOTOR"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>SUBARU FORESTER 2.0L TURBO FA20DIT ENGINE \u2014 FULL ASSESSMENT<\/p>\n<p>PRICE:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not provided<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ENGINE IDENTIFICATION:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make: Subaru<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle: Subaru Forester<\/li>\n<li>Model Years Listed: 2015\u20132017<\/li>\n<li>Engine: 2.0L Turbocharged<\/li>\n<li>Engine Code: FA20 \/ FA20DIT<\/li>\n<li>Configuration: Flat-4 (Boxer)<\/li>\n<li>Number of Cylinders: 4<\/li>\n<li>Number of Valves: 16<\/li>\n<li>Fuel Type: Gasoline<\/li>\n<li>Condition: Used<\/li>\n<li>Type: Complete Assembly<\/li>\n<li>Manufacturer Part Number: FA20<\/li>\n<li>OE\/OEM Part Number: JDM<\/li>\n<li>Mileage: Approximately 41,000 miles<\/li>\n<li>Seller Mileage Range: 50,000\u201374,999 miles<\/li>\n<li>Warranty: 30 days after receiving the engine<\/li>\n<li>Actual Item Pictures: Yes<\/li>\n<li>Item ID: 9886<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ENGINE TYPE:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>FA20DIT 2.0L turbocharged Subaru Boxer engine.<\/li>\n<li>This is a JDM replacement engine.<\/li>\n<li>The listing specifically warns that WRX applications require the timing cover and cam phasers to be swapped.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>WHAT IS INCLUDED:<br \/>\nThe seller states that the following components are included:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engine head and block<\/li>\n<li>Timing components<\/li>\n<li>Intake manifold<\/li>\n<li>Throttle body<\/li>\n<li>Fuel rail and injectors<\/li>\n<li>Distributor\/coil packs<\/li>\n<li>Alternator<\/li>\n<li>Power steering pump<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>IMPORTANT WRX NOTE:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The seller specifically states: &#8220;FOR WRX: TIMING COVER \/ CAM PHASERS MUST BE SWAPPED.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>This is VERY important if your vehicle is a WRX.<\/li>\n<li>Do not assume this engine is a direct plug-and-play WRX replacement.<\/li>\n<li>The original WRX timing cover and cam phasers may need to be transferred to this engine.<\/li>\n<li>Confirm exactly what year\/model WRX the seller says this engine will work with before purchasing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>COMPATIBILITY:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The listing is primarily described for the 2015\u20132017 Subaru Forester 2.0L Turbo.<\/li>\n<li>Engine code: FA20DIT.<\/li>\n<li>Because this is a JDM engine, compatibility with a North American Subaru must be verified carefully.<\/li>\n<li>FA20 engines can differ in sensors, wiring, intake\/exhaust components, timing components, ECU requirements and other details depending on the vehicle\/application.<\/li>\n<li>For a WRX, the timing-cover\/cam-phaser warning is a major compatibility consideration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>MILEAGE:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Approximately 41,000 miles according to the description.<\/li>\n<li>The item specifics show a broader mileage category of 50,000\u201374,999 miles, which is inconsistent with the seller&#8217;s stated approximately 41,000 miles.<\/li>\n<li>This discrepancy should be clarified before purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>TESTING INFORMATION:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The listing says the item has actual pictures.<\/li>\n<li>However, it does NOT state that the engine was compression-tested.<\/li>\n<li>It does NOT provide compression readings.<\/li>\n<li>It does NOT state that a leak-down test was performed.<\/li>\n<li>It does NOT provide oil-pressure test results.<\/li>\n<li>It does NOT provide a running video.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>WARRANTY:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>30-day warranty after receiving the engine.<\/li>\n<li>The item specifics also state a 1-month manufacturer warranty.<\/li>\n<li>This is essentially a short warranty period.<\/li>\n<li>You should ask exactly what the warranty covers and whether labor, shipping and replacement costs are excluded.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>IMPORTANT CONCERNS:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>WRX COMPATIBILITY<br \/>\nThe seller explicitly says the timing cover and cam phasers must be swapped for WRX applications. This means it should not be treated as a straightforward WRX plug-and-play engine.<\/li>\n<li>JDM ENGINE<br \/>\nThis is identified as a JDM engine. Make sure the engine&#8217;s physical and electronic configuration matches your specific market and vehicle.<\/li>\n<li>MILEAGE DISCREPANCY<br \/>\nThe description says approximately 41,000 miles, while the item specifics categorize it as 50,000\u201374,999 miles. Ask the seller to confirm the actual mileage.<\/li>\n<li>NO COMPRESSION RESULTS<br \/>\nNo cylinder-by-cylinder compression readings are provided.<\/li>\n<li>NO LEAK-DOWN TEST<br \/>\nThere is no leak-down information.<\/li>\n<li>SHORT WARRANTY<br \/>\nThe warranty is only 30 days, giving you a relatively short period to install and test the engine.<\/li>\n<li>ACCESSORY DIFFERENCES<br \/>\nEven though multiple accessories are included, some may not be directly compatible with your vehicle. You may need to transfer components from your original engine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>QUESTIONS TO ASK THE SELLER BEFORE BUYING:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is the actual mileage 41,000 miles or 50,000\u201374,999 miles?<\/li>\n<li>What exact vehicle did this engine come from?<\/li>\n<li>Can you provide the donor VIN?<\/li>\n<li>Is this definitely an FA20DIT?<\/li>\n<li>What year was the donor vehicle?<\/li>\n<li>Has the engine been compression-tested?<\/li>\n<li>Can you provide compression readings for all four cylinders?<\/li>\n<li>Has a leak-down test been performed?<\/li>\n<li>Was the engine running before removal?<\/li>\n<li>Can you provide a running video?<\/li>\n<li>What exactly needs to be swapped for a WRX?<\/li>\n<li>Does the timing cover need to be swapped?<\/li>\n<li>Do the cam phasers need to be swapped?<\/li>\n<li>Which intake\/exhaust components need to be transferred?<\/li>\n<li>Are the injectors and fuel rail included?<\/li>\n<li>Is the turbocharger included?<\/li>\n<li>Is the alternator included?<\/li>\n<li>Is the power steering pump included?<\/li>\n<li>What exactly does the 30-day warranty cover?<\/li>\n<li>Does the warranty cover internal engine failure?<\/li>\n<li>Who pays shipping if the engine is defective?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>OVERALL RATING:<\/p>\n<p>Engine identification: 4.5\/5<br \/>\nMileage: 4\/5<br \/>\nCompatibility information: 3\/5<br \/>\nTesting information: 2\/5<br \/>\nWarranty: 2.5\/5<br \/>\nIncluded components: 4\/5<br \/>\nWRX compatibility: 2.5\/5<br \/>\nOverall purchase confidence: 3.5\/5<\/p>\n<p>VERDICT:<br \/>\n\ud83d\udfe1 GOOD POTENTIAL \u2014 BUT VERIFY COMPATIBILITY BEFORE BUYING.<\/p>\n<p>This is a considerably more attractive listing than the high-mileage engines you&#8217;ve shown because the seller claims approximately 41,000 miles and provides a 30-day warranty. The FA20DIT engine identification is also clear, and several useful components are included.<\/p>\n<p>However, the biggest issue is the WRX warning. If you are buying this for a WRX, the seller specifically says that the timing cover and cam phasers must be swapped. That means additional work and potentially additional parts are required.<\/p>\n<p>The mileage discrepancy also needs to be resolved before purchase.<\/p>\n<p>RECOMMENDATION:<br \/>\n\u2713 Good candidate if you need an FA20DIT for a compatible Forester application.<br \/>\n\u2713 Potentially usable for a WRX, but only after confirming the required swaps.<br \/>\n\u2713 Preferable to a high-mileage engine with no warranty.<br \/>\n\u26a0\ufe0f Do not purchase until the seller confirms the exact donor vehicle, mileage, compression condition and WRX conversion requirements.<\/p>\n<p>RISK LEVEL: MEDIUM<br \/>\nRECOMMENDATION: GOOD CANDIDATE \u2014 VERIFY WRX\/JDM COMPATIBILITY AND MILEAGE BEFORE BUYING.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SUBARU FORESTER 2.0L TURBO FA20DIT ENGINE \u2014 FULL ASSESSMENT PRICE: Not provided ENGINE IDENTIFICATION: Make: Subaru Vehicle: Subaru Forester Model<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":17511,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[42],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-17510","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-shop-by-parts","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"sale","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17510","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17510"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17510\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17522,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17510\/revisions\/17522"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17511"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17510"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=17510"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=17510"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/generalmotors.store\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=17510"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}