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Welcome to Subaru News, Suburb Service’s monthly blog! Subaru News is meant to educate, entertain, and engage you in monthly musings on such topics as auto mechanics, Subarus, travel, auto repair, and driving and living in the Lake Forest Park and Shoreline area. Our blogs are released on the first day of each month!

Monthly Archives: June 2018

What Is Subaru Eyesight and Which Models Have It?

Do you ever wish you had an extra set of eyes when driving? You're in heavy traffic and need to change lanes, yet no matter how many times you look for a clear space to move into, you can't help but feel a nagging fear of "what about my blind spot?" Or you're driving with your kids in the car, when they begin fighting in the back seat, causing you to intervene and be a *tad* distracted, leading to a minor fender bender. If only there could be two drivers! So, what Is Subaru Eyesight and Which Models Have It? Subaru's are created for adventure. They are taken to the extreme elements - traveling through Washington on trails through mountains, and by the seaside. They carry you on road trips all around the Pacific Northwest. Because of this heightened sense of adventure and all around concern for safety for you and your family, Subaru introduced Subaru EyeSight to help with those tough spots while driv ... read more

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When Do You Need to Replace Your Brakes?

What's that grinding, growling noise as you are stopping your Subaru? Assuming you didn't add some bells and whistles to your ride, there's a good chance it's your brakes. It's even a possibility the brakes are getting worn down to the indicators. (That's not good, just to be clear.) Did you know your brake pads may need replaced every 20,000-60,000 miles? Really, having them checked every 10,000 miles could save you a world of headache. But let's say you're driving around and notice something is "off" - how do you know if it's related to your brakes? Here are five signs to tell you it is time to replace your brakes Worn Pads Notice you have a harder time slowing and stopping your car? As scary as that is, it's normal and expected, so get those pads changed! The components of the brakes create friction when moving, which inevitably wears the brake pads down until they are too thin to do their job. Strange Sounds Okay, a high pitched squeal isn't cool ... read more

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