Which wires give constant, ignition and ground on a 2020 Subaru Forester?
On a 2020 Subaru Forester, take constant power from the White wire at the white 8-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 4, ignition from the Brown wire at the white 8-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 1, and ground to clean, bare body metal. Meter every wire first.
Meter every wire before you tap it. Colors change with trim and build date.
OBD-II port:Under the dash, driver sideBest power spot:Ignition switch plugSystem voltage:12VIgnition type:Key start (this page)
Where do I get constant, ignition and ground on a 2020 Subaru Forester?
Constant, ignition and accessory are on one plug at the key cylinder.
Option 1 All the power
Ignition switch plug
White 8-pin plug on the key cylinder, under the column cover.
Ground pointsBare body metalNever the battery negative post.
Locations from Fortin's install guides.
Where is the OBD-II port on a 2020 Subaru Forester?
OBD II
Diagnostic portOBD-II port: under the dash, driver sidePlug-in GPS trackers and OBD harnesses connect here. Check the port before you plan the install.
Which years share wiring with the 2020 Subaru Forester?
This page2020Subaru Forester.
Same power wiring2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Same ignition plug. The park light color changes in 2023.
Older years2016, 2017, 2018Different wiring. Check the page for your year.
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This page covers the 2020 Subaru Forester compact SUV with a key start. Push-button models are wired differently.
The wire colors come from Fortin's install guide, read wire by wire. Our own team has not yet metered these on a 2020 Forester.
Written by API Signal, fleet GPS and camera installers for 35+ years across Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, installing every major telematics and camera brand. Every wire on this page lists its source.
Test every wire with a meter before you tap it
No wiring information is ever guaranteed. Colors and locations change with trim, options and build date, and the manufacturer can change them in the middle of a model year. We share this as a starting point for installers, and you are responsible for confirming every connection on the vehicle in front of you.
Common questions about 2020 Subaru Forester wiring
What wire is constant power on a 2020 Subaru Forester?
White at the white 8-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 4. 12V battery feed. Meter it before you tap it.
What wire is ignition on a 2020 Subaru Forester?
Brown at the white 8-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 1. Hot with the key in run. Meter it before you tap it.
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