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Excessive Oil Consumption

2009 Forester uses excessive oil between changes, is there a better choice of oil to minimize loss? Synthetic/blends, viscosity and brand.

Engine Missing

2005 Outback just started missing. "Check engine" light is on and the cruse control light is blinking. The mechanic wants to replace the ignition harness and all 4 plugs. Is it necessary to replace al...

Are Spark Plugs Interchangeable For Different Years Of The Same Model?

I have a 2000 Subaru Forester, which came with four brand new spark plugs in the glove box (the guy who sold it to me worked at a Subaru dealership). Anyway, my Haynes manual says that the spark plu...

Head Gasket Repair

I have a '99 Subaru Forester with 135k miles and both heads have external leaks. I've been quoted $1500-$2000 to get it fixed; including timing belt, tensioners, etc., water pump, thermostat, and no...

Not Starting

Car almost starts, but just won't run. I wait a few minutes and it almost starts. Checked all fluid levels, all are full. What can I check or do?

2010 Suburu Forester Smoking Under Hood

After mountain driving, since this is where I live, I noticed a smoking coming from under hood.. Left passager side just under the engine. Looks like a oil leak. It's not dripping on the ground bare...

98 Subaru Forester Rear Wiper Wiring Is Messed Up. Can Someone Help Me?

My friend who changed my 98 Subaru Forester taillight casing on the passenger side unhooked all the wires behind the panel, he did the replacement and hooked everything back up, now my rear wiper do...

2005 Subaru Forester Dies When Stopping, CEL Now Flashing, Before Solid And...

My 2005 subaru forester started to run rough when idling, CEL solid-ran the code, misfire on cylinder 3. The mechanic stated there was a loose connection in spark plug, fixed that, sent me on my wa...

How Do I Turn Off The Voice In The Navigation System?

I am not a robot, just a little old lady who lives far from anything.

Why Is My Green Cruise Light Flashing On My 2007 Subaru Forester And Check ...

Loss Of Power On 2005 Subaru Forester

Loss of pedal response while driving. Engine keeps running, but pushing on pedal does not increase speed.

Has Anybody Had Any Problems With Their GPS?

I purchased Sirius traffic and periodically traffic will show up but generally if it does, it's only for the major roadways.

2014 Forester Back Up Camera Black Screen Except For He Green Line

my back up camera in my 2014 forester has a black screen except for the lines

Temp Emblem Flashing Red And Blue And Check Engine Light Is On.

What does it mean when the temp light flashes red and blue, and the check engine light is on also? Radiator problems or Thermostat is bad?

My 2015 Forester Idles Poorly, Can It Be Adjusted To Idle Smoother?

Ever since I have owned my 2015 forester it has idled poorly, it feels like it misses. I took it t0 the dealer but hey say it is normal.

Blowing Out Resistors For Blower Motor

Replaced blower , it was bad. Resister burnt out, replaced it,that one burnt out, replaced. What else can I replace ?

At What Intervals She The Timing Belt Be Replaced?

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How Many Hours Are Billed (estimate) For Rebuilding An Engine Vs. Replacing...

Need to know how many hours I can expect to be charged for an engine replacement vs engine rebuild.....labor only

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