One of the more common repairs we make to Subaru’s are CV (Constant Velocity) boots.   Pictured below is a CV or Drive axle on a Subaru.  Subaru actually calls the inner joint and boots DOJ (Dual Offset Joint) and the outer joints and boots CV.  The typical industry term is inner and outer CV boots […]

We have some great customers, some like us have a small business based on providing great service to their customers.   I highly reccomend Stacey to anyone looking to become more orginized! Here is a link to an article written about Stacy Anderson with Organized Innovations.  Stacey has also authored a book as well.  Way to Go […]

All parts really are not created equal, and the potential cost of using inferior parts is much greater than the savings you may achieve when buying the parts. One big example of this is with aftermarket thermostats, we have yet to see one that even comes close to looking and functioning like the original Subaru […]

Through the years a lot has changed about diagnostic procedures and more importantly the tools in which are used to help a Technician reach the right conclusions.   Pictured below are the three different Subaru Select monitors that have been in use.  The current version is part scan tool and part pc based platform that also […]

So, your Subaru is due for its timing belt repair / replacement.  Your owner’s manual states replace the timing belt at 105k for most models produced after 1996.   Most will call around looking for the best price and not having any idea it’s really not the same as shopping for a TV or a mattress. […]

Keep your Subaru AC blowing cold this summer!   Over time it is normal for your Subaru to lose a little bit of refrigerant as this happens the outlet temperature will be affected and the AC compressor will run longer as a result.  Your Subaru ac system needs periodic maintenance and there is oil that lubricates […]

We are very happy to introduce Ken.    After a long career at 2 dealerships both as a technician and more importantly a Subaru Parts expert he has brought his extensive Subaru parts knowledge, desire to help customers, and real passion for Subaru to All Wheel Drive Auto. When Ken is not working, his 1998 […]

After upgrading the Turbo and struts it was time to upgrade the brakes without breaking the bank. We went with a very good quality but lesser known rotor from Centrix.  The real important thing to point out is the rotor finish, the paint in the drilled holes and cooling fins will greatly increase the life […]

Save money and help Children’s Hospital! We have donated a 30/60/90k service to The Children’s Miracle Network.  This offer is good on any 1997 to 2007 Subaru Vehicles.  There is a silent auction at the Kirkland Costco @ 8629 120th AVE N.E. Kirkland, Wa 98033 for our donation, if you own a Subaru and are […]

What is that wind noise on my Subaru and how can I make it stop! One of the typical things that will happen to your Subaru is over time you will hear an increased amount of wind type noise coming into the cabin area of the car especially at freeway speeds. For certain Subaru models […]