Subaru Factory Scheduled & Preventative Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance: Is it a scam or do I really need to do it????
In the past, cars required a tune up every 10-12,000 miles or annualy, engine overhauls 20-30,000 miles. These repairs would cost car owners considerably more dollars per mile than cars today. Subaru has specified maintenance schedules to get the owner the optimum performance and life from their Subaru.
These maintenance schedules are based on miles driven and normal driving habits. So Subaru has determined and set up mileage intervals for your Subaru in order for you to get the longest trouble free service from your car.
At Suburb Service we use genuine Subaru parts that were engineered and designed to perform the very best for your Subaru. Yes we can buy cheaper parts (we would make more money) but it is not in your Subaru’s best interest. Cheap aftermarket parts are just that: cheaper and of less quality. On occation we have found a better part from the high end aftermarket suppliers that meet or exceed manufacturers specifacations, and after regorious testing on our part. We test all aftermarket parts on our large fleet of free service loaners before we would ever use that part on your Subaru, headgaskets are one that comes to mind. If an aftermarket part meets our criteria and exceeds our expectations then and only then would we supply that part for your Subaru. We use the very best for your Subaru. Keep in mind regular commuting is considered severe driving conditions and require more frequent service intervals.
It is important to follow the manufactures guidelines for service. They have spent zillions of dollars designing and engineering your Subaru and who better prepare the maintenance schedules. We follow their schedules to better serve you and your Subaru. These schedules start with the basic oil and filter change (always a Subaru oil filter and Kendall quality motor oil) Our oil change service includes checking all fluids, filters , safety inspection including lights, wipers, exhaust, oil and coolant leaks,tires,and brakes. Our ASE master certified technicians take the time to thoroughly go over your Subaru. From bumper to bumper top to bottom they check your Subaru. With each Subaru inspected we give you a hand written inspection sheet. This sheet is divided into 3 colors of concern: green is good to go, yellow is time to plan for future repairs, and the dreaded red means to stop and repair ASAP! You family’s safety is always important to us, we keep on file all records of past service and future repair needs. We will notify you in advance for upcoming needed repairs. You can call us at anytime to find what has been done to your Subaru and what needs yet to be done.
Your Recommended Subaru Maintenance Schedule – Suburb Service can help
- 7,500 miles
Minor service to change and top off fluids, rotate your tires, and make sure your new car is in top form. - 15,000 miles
Your first intermediate service makes sure your car has clean filters and fluids to keep rolling along. - 30,000 miles
30,000 isn’t a lot of miles for a Subaru, but this major service changes fluids, filters, and spark plugs (depending on year and model) so your car keeps going for many years to come. - 45,000 miles
Another “intermediate” service keeps your Subaru moving right along. - 60,000 miles
Now your car is racking up some miles. We suggest this service be carried out at 55,00-59,000 miles. The reason is your Subaru has a 60,000 mile power train warranty. If we do this service before 60,000 miles and we find an oil leak, coolant leak(headgaskets) we will refer you back to the dealer for a free repair(under warrantly) saving you money. - 90,000 miles
If you’ve taken good care of your car, another 30,000 mile service is all you’ll need. - 105,000 miles
Can you believe it? You’ve got 7 digits on your car! Time for major service. If you have a 2.5L engine, you’ll need a new timing belt. We also recommend new hoses and possibly a water pump.
Subaru services are repetative so as you have now reached the 100k number we start over with the same schedule of services. These scheduled services will give you and your Subaru years and miles of trouble free service. All these service intervals are spelled out in your owners manual, located in the back section for your information.
