Subaru Forester 2010 Key Housing

This is a replacement housing for a Subaru Forester 2010 key fob. This model may be compatible with keys from other Forester models from 2009 to 2013 but I did not test that.

The casing is designed to be used with a single M2 x 8mm screw.


This file is only for printing with PLA. If you want to print it in ABS (which I would recommend because of its higher temperature resistance) you need to scale it by 101.6% in your slicer because ABS will shrink as it cools down.

Tolerances are VERY tight so to close your key I would recommend using a vice. A small amount of two component epoxy on the pins is also a good idea.

Known flaws:
Screw hole is slightly misaligned (just the clips should be able to keep your key closed).


Print settings

Layer Height: 0.1mm

Infill: 100%

Rafts: No

Supports: Touching build plate

subaru forester 2010 key fob casing housing post processing MCH170 Marios Christophorou

Post-Print processing

Out of the printer the side that was touching the print bed may have some white marks. In that case you will have to heat it up with a heat gun (or toaster) for a few seconds until they disappear (see picture).

Also, despite my best efforts in designing, the corners come out quite sharp so you will probably want to get a rotary tool (dremel) and smooth them out.

subaru forester 2010 key fob casing housing MCH170 Marios Christophorou
subaru forester 2010 key fob casing housing empty side MCH170 Marios Christophorou
subaru forester 2010 key fob casing housing empty top MCH170 Marios Christophorou