Lake Forest Park Subaru Repair

So you’ve walked out of the dealership with the keys to your new car and the first question on your mind is, “Who do I trust to care for the upkeep and maintenance of my vehicle?” You’re not alone. Every new car owner wrestles with the decision of whether they should take their car to the dealership for maintenance or if an independent shop can be trusted with the work. This article will give you an in-depth look at why we believe independent shops are the way to go. Save Money on Subaru Maintenance and Repair – And Protect Your Warranty! When you buy a new Subaru, the warranty offers peace of mind. Even some previously-owned Subarus come with warranty miles or years left. But you don’t want to void your warranty by violating the terms and conditions. But did you know you can have non-warranty maintenance and repairs done at our independent shop while still leaving your warranty intact? Did you know that you’ll pay an average o ... read more

Find out if Your Spot Welds May be Going Bad on your Impreza If your Subaru Impreza can’t get in and out of gear, your brake pedal moves when you shift, or your clutch is clicking or squeaking, it may not be the clutch itself, but the firewall of the clutch and brake assembly. This is a problem we regularly see at Suburb Service, Seattle’s Oldest Independent Subaru Service and Repair Center. Check out the tips below on how to check your spot welds to see if they’re causing clutch problems and click here to schedule an appointment if you need a Subaru repair. What Subaru models are affected by the spot weld issue? If you drive a 2008 to 2014 GH/GR Impreza (2.5i/OBS/WRX/STI), you may have this problem. So far, the issue has not been linked to a specific batch of Imprezas and does not seem to be related geographically to certain climates or any specific year within the range listed. This issue has been noted in Subaru mechanics forums all over the wor ... read more

It's that time of year again. The temperatures have dropped and we never know when the time may be that the snow starts falling. Just as you winterize your home to keep it safe and warm inside, your vehicle needs the same consideration. Winter maintenance such as checking fluids, making sure your breaks are functioning properly, regular oil changes and having appropriate snow tires is essential to staying safe out there on the roads. You don't want to be stuck on the side of the road when you can be out enjoying yourself with family and friends, especially when preventative maintenance is an option. Suburb Service makes winterizing your vehicle even more beneficial with their Winter Raffle Giveaway. Come in to Suburb Service for ANY VEHICLE SERVICE between December 11th and February 29th and enter for a chance to win an amazing FREE day pass to Steven's Pass. The prize pass includes: Ski pass for the day or dinner if you don't ski Up to 4 hours of lif ... read more

Is Your Subaru Going Through Oil Too Fast? Here's What You Need to Know If you think your Subaru is drinking oil down at an alarming rate, you may be right. There is an issue with some Subaru models over-consuming oil and there's even two class-action lawsuits related to the oil consumption issue. At Suburb Service, Seattle's top independent Subaru service and repair shop, we can help you figure out what's going on with your Subaru's oil intake and make sure your Subaru stays in tip-top shape. Do you drive an older Subaru? If your Subaru is older or has close to (or more than) 100,000 miles on the odometer, it will naturally burn more oil. This is not necessarily indicative of a problem, just a circumstance that happens with older or higher use cars. You should still always make sure your oil is topped off and get regularly scheduled oil changes. Proper maintenance a ... read more

Leaving Your Dog in the Car This Summer We know you love to take your four legged furry friend out with you. Most of us have dogs that beg to go for a ride on a regular basis, but this may not always be the best thing to do if you have stops to make at places where your dog can't go inside with you. A new Washington law went into effect July 24, 2015 that allows police officers to break into vehicles to rescue pets - here's what you must know. The law limits or eliminates liability for vehicle damage that law enforcement causes when rescuing a pet from a car due to extreme heat, extreme cold, lack of ventilation or lack of water. In addition to dealing with the damage to your car, you could face a $125 fine. As temperatures rise going into August, it's particularly important that you don't leave your dog in your car unattended. Don't do a DIY rescue - call the police If you see a dog shut up in a car on a hot day, cal ... read more