2015 Forester 2.0

[Djcoolmax]

To use the "cloud", you need to add a data device (from Blackvue) with "sim card with data plan", so that video files can be sent to the "cloud". Pro is that you can access video files remote. The con is that you need a data plan.

 

Actually the device can be any mifi, doesn't have to be from BlackVue. BlackVue requirements is a Internet connection via Wifi. So if you have a spare phone that can enable tethering.. also can.

 

Also Power Magic cuts off power before camera sucks it dry... can consider Cellink-B, which is like another set of batteries that BlackVue connects to. How this works is BlackVue is connect to Cellink-B and the car charges that battery when on the move. Celllink-B batt dead, BlackVue cannot record. Engine start.. charging starts and Blackvue working again.

[Oxen69]

Hello,

 

Does anybody know where to get a OEM ashtray that will fit the cup holder in the 2015 Forester?

 

Thank you.

[BenTong]

Hello,

 

Does anybody know where to get a OEM ashtray that will fit the cup holder in the 2015 Forester?

 

Thank you.

Quit smoking bro...

[Rachdanom]

Actually the device can be any mifi, doesn't have to be from BlackVue. BlackVue requirements is a Internet connection via Wifi. So if you have a spare phone that can enable tethering.. also can.

 

Also Power Magic cuts off power before camera sucks it dry... can consider Cellink-B, which is like another set of batteries that BlackVue connects to. How this works is BlackVue is connect to Cellink-B and the car charges that battery when on the move. Celllink-B batt dead, BlackVue cannot record. Engine start.. charging starts and Blackvue working again.

How to get the cellink B setup done? Some options I thought were :

 

OPTION 1)Ask MI do but without Powermagic Pro. MI I believe will connect the BV to the fuse box at driver seat and conceal all the wires swee swee.

 

Then get 3rd party to install Cellink B by disconnecting BV power cable from fuse and attach to Cellink B below driver seat. Cellink B connect to 12v outlet in armrest. Alternatively connect to fuse.

 

Questions a) Will there be sufficient length cable for 3rd party to run BV power cable to Cellink B under driver seat? Can MI bundle excess length if cable to fuse is too long and 3rd party unbundle later?

 

b) Will disconnecting BV power cable from fuse or connecting Cellink to fuse for power make MI say affect warranty?

 

OPTION 2) Ask 3rd party to install BV and Cellink B.

 

Question : Will there be further warranty issues now for fitting the BV by 3rd party which involve tucking cables around the gasket etc.

 

All this running in my head...

[Icarus]

I got MI to do my BV + PMP... no time to go outside to do and risk warranty issues.

[Axela72]

Why don't u ask MI directly? If someone here told u it won't void warranty, do u believe?

 

i ask MI whether can I change the horn outside during servicing, they straight off told me void related warranty. They offer me better horn which is the one use in Legacy but I have to pay them like $150 or $200 (cant remember) for this upgrade.

 

Note: Even change rim from outside (except at Stamford tyre?) also void warranty.

 

If you worried about voiding warranty like me, don't ever think of changing/adding anything (except aesthetic) that is not done by MI.

 

If they void your electrical warranty based on the changes you intend to do, good luck....

 

 

How to get the cellink B setup done? Some options I thought were :

OPTION 1)Ask MI do but without Powermagic Pro. MI I believe will connect the BV to the fuse box at driver seat and conceal all the wires swee swee.

Then get 3rd party to install Cellink B by disconnecting BV power cable from fuse and attach to Cellink B below driver seat. Cellink B connect to 12v outlet in armrest. Alternatively connect to fuse.

Questions a) Will there be sufficient length cable for 3rd party to run BV power cable to Cellink B under driver seat? Can MI bundle excess length if cable to fuse is too long and 3rd party unbundle later?

b) Will disconnecting BV power cable from fuse or connecting Cellink to fuse for power make MI say affect warranty?

OPTION 2) Ask 3rd party to install BV and Cellink B.

Question : Will there be further warranty issues now for fitting the BV by 3rd party which involve tucking cables around the gasket etc.

All this running in my head...

 

Edited May 26, 2016 by Axela72

[Icecube187]

simplest option is to get your SE throw in BV front and rear free and you top up $90 for PMP. All done by MI, any issues with the BV also settled by MI.

[Oxen69]

Quit smoking bro...

no la, dun smoke.

 

just use to put petrol receipt and coins, keys, lose items etc..

[Icecube187]

no la, dun smoke.

 

just use to put petrol receipt and coins, keys, lose items etc..

 

You do know that you can remove the centre divider right? Just pull it out and it becomes a tray. I throw my sunglasses, keys, pen, HP also inside there.

[WML888]

Why don't u ask MI directly? If someone here told u it won't void warranty, do u believe?

 

i ask MI whether can I change the horn outside during servicing, they straight off told me void related warranty. They offer me better horn which is the one use in Legacy but I have to pay them like $150 or $200 (cant remember) for this upgrade.

 

Note: Even change rim from outside (except at Stamford tyre?) also void warranty.

 

If you worried about voiding warranty like me, don't ever think of changing/adding anything (except aesthetic) that is not done by MI.

 

If they void your electrical warranty based on the changes you intend to do, good luck....

How long is the warranty on electrical ?

[Jupitor]

I noticed the FXT does not have TPMS warning, any one install 3rd party TPMS ? 

[Rachdanom]

Why don't u ask MI directly? If someone here told u it won't void warranty, do u believe?

 

i ask MI whether can I change the horn outside during servicing, they straight off told me void related warranty. They offer me better horn which is the one use in Legacy but I have to pay them like $150 or $200 (cant remember) for this upgrade.

 

Note: Even change rim from outside (except at Stamford tyre?) also void warranty.

 

If you worried about voiding warranty like me, don't ever think of changing/adding anything (except aesthetic) that is not done by MI.

 

If they void your electrical warranty based on the changes you intend to do, good luck....

Yeah I have asked SE to let me talk to technician when I go make my final payment. SE says my questions too technical for him.

 

My logic is that if I plug BV to Cellink and Cellink to 12v outlet i am not messing around with anything. Unless there are restrictions on what can be plugged into the 12v outlet.

[EricTan_148449]

Check with you guys brothers I need honest opinion . Cause you go Hyundai Hyundai will say Hyundai good. Cause now I am deciding to buy Tuscon or Subaru XT.

Now I head ache may I know which has better resale value cause will drive only 5 to six years only. Understand now is timing chain no more using belt. I called to verify .

Power and ride of course Subaru . Went Komoco yesterday wa I like the lumbar support seat a lot and behind adjustable two angle and others features all this.

Need you guys share your thought .

[Jamesgetz]

Check with you guys brothers I need honest opinion . Cause you go Hyundai Hyundai will say Hyundai good. Cause now I am deciding to buy Tuscon or Subaru XT.

Now I head ache may I know which has better resale value cause will drive only 5 to six years only. Understand now is timing chain no more using belt. I called to verify .

Power and ride of course Subaru . Went Komoco yesterday wa I like the lumbar support seat a lot and behind adjustable two angle and others features all this.

Need you guys share your thought .

I don't think the resale value will vary vary much between the 2 cars. Nowadays, Korean cars are also well made with lots of bells and whistles.

 

Apart from the things you like abt the Tucson, I do find the Tucson looks nicer and more modern. And that's my honest opinion though I own a forester XT. For me, the engine of a car is the most impt thing so the FXT wins hands down.

 

Since you have already narrowed down to the 2 cars, buy with your heart and don't try to rationalise too much. Either choice makes a great car

Edited May 26, 2016 by Jamesgetz

[Sarion]

Check with you guys brothers I need honest opinion . Cause you go Hyundai Hyundai will say Hyundai good. Cause now I am deciding to buy Tuscon or Subaru XT.

Now I head ache may I know which has better resale value cause will drive only 5 to six years only. Understand now is timing chain no more using belt. I called to verify .

Power and ride of course Subaru . Went Komoco yesterday wa I like the lumbar support seat a lot and behind adjustable two angle and others features all this.

Need you guys share your thought .

 

Tuscon also have blind spot monitoring, front and rear sensors, auto-hold function (*for the more expensive model), sunroof* with auto shutter (not like Forester manual shutter), anti-glare rearview mirrors.

 

all in all not shabby and sound insulation sounds decent too...

[WML888]

Check with you guys brothers I need honest opinion . Cause you go Hyundai Hyundai will say Hyundai good. Cause now I am deciding to buy Tuscon or Subaru XT.

Now I head ache may I know which has better resale value cause will drive only 5 to six years only. Understand now is timing chain no more using belt. I called to verify .

Power and ride of course Subaru . Went Komoco yesterday wa I like the lumbar support seat a lot and behind adjustable two angle and others features all this.

Need you guys share your thought .

Another check... Do you like sushi more than Kimchi?

[EricTan_148449]

Another check... Do you like sushi more than Kimchi?

Definitely sushi brother

Tuscon also have blind spot monitoring, front and rear sensors, auto-hold function (*for the more expensive model), sunroof* with auto shutter (not like Forester manual shutter), anti-glare rearview mirrors.

 

 

Yes brother all in engine quiet . Both I like but forester I like cause never drive a boxer engine all wheel drive . Except the design is abit old fashion . I was comparing between the sunroof and XT

all in all not shabby and sound insulation sounds decent too...

[BrandonTan]

Check with you guys brothers I need honest opinion . Cause you go Hyundai Hyundai will say Hyundai good. Cause now I am deciding to buy Tuscon or Subaru XT.

Now I head ache may I know which has better resale value cause will drive only 5 to six years only. Understand now is timing chain no more using belt. I called to verify .

Power and ride of course Subaru . Went Komoco yesterday wa I like the lumbar support seat a lot and behind adjustable two angle and others features all this.

Need you guys share your thought .

I believe you also went to Tucson forum and ask the same question.....I have no answer for you. Majority of the people here will tell you FXT better and vice versa for Tucson forum, It is your decision bro. Which one you like better?