Subaru practices lean manufacturing, and as a result if they can eliminate part numbers to keep things simple they will greatly lower their costs, but there are some unintended consequences sometimes. Nowhere is this more obvious than their oil filters and how they have changed, superseded and morphed through the last few years. The O.E. […]
Fall is here, Is you Subaru ready for winter? Things to look at on your Subaru now that the leaves are starting to turn color are as follows. The engine oil level and condition should be inspected, if it has been longer than a few months since it has been changed now is […]
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 […]
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 […]
I know I appreciate the safety of all 5 of our Subaru’s, the ability to go where I want regardless of the weather. This winter, in Seattle proved to be the perfect time to own a Subaru and how smart did you look if you owned one. I enjoy the utility of my Outback, […]
We have been using an improved gasket in the Subaru for a while now. There are supplied to us by North East imported parts and are sold under their “Six Star” brand. At the end of this article I have included a video from North East Imported Parts. In noticing that there seems to be […]
So your Subaru has treated you great these last couple of weeks. It took you and your family to Grandma’s house for Christmas when most other cars couldn’t get out of the driveway, it kept you safe and warm as it plowed through the snow and ice. Doesn’t Your Subaru deserve some attention? The cold […]
I often have conversations at the shop about oil changes. There are a lot of different opinions and as a result a lot of confusion. But the reality is that oil changes are a very necessary part of your Subaru’s longevity or lack thereof if not done as often as needed or done with poor […]
It’s really better to know for sure than it is to find out the hard way. With what has been in the news as of late in regards to the economy. I think that everyone can relate to the feeling of tightening up our spending. Ignoring needed maintenance with your car can actually […]
At least a week before taking a trip in your Subaru or any other car for that matter, you should make sure it’s ready to take you to your destination and more importantly, back. Here are some things that should be inspected before you go. Oil level and condition, if the trip is a thousand […]