Lake Forest Park Subaru Repair

If you drive a Subaru, you’re already a convert. You know that they’re great vehicles that can last for years. They’re rugged, good looking and high-performing. And you can drive a Subaru for as long as you want – they’re incredibly durable when properly maintained. For expert care of your Subaru – no matter the make, model or year, turn to Suburb Service – we’re the oldest independent Subaru service center in the Pacific Northwest. 5 Little Known Subaru Facts and Trivia #1 Subaru WRX is the Most Ticketed Car The good news is the Subaru WRX is a sporty fun car to drive. The bad news is that many WRX drivers tend to enjoy driving their car so much that they have a lead foot and go speeding around. This results in traffic tickets. The WRX is preferred by younger drivers that are more likely to put the pedal to the metal and blow through speed zones ... read more

Most of us only think about changing our wiper blades when they start to make a terrible noise or a piece of rubber begins to dangle off one of them. In fact, you should be much more vigilant about your windshield wipers. They are one of the most important pieces of safety equipment on your car, yet one of the most neglected. Contact Suburb Service now if your wipers are not wiping as they should. Here's what you need to know about when to change your wipers and wiper blades, wiper blade options and what can happen if you neglect your wipers. How often do wiper blades need changed? First, there are two options when it comes to your wipers. You can replace just the rubber portion, the wiping part, which is cheaper but may not offer the best results. Alternately, you can replace the entire blade which is the metal arm and the rubber wiping part. This is a little more costly, but will provide much better results. Wipers and/or blades should be changed eve ... read more

Subaru Owner Alert: New Class Action Oil Suit May Affect Some Subaru Vehicles If you own certain makes and models of Subaru, you should be alert to a new issue that's prompting calls for a class action suit over an oil consumption problem that's causing owners to spend big bucks on Subaru repairs and maintenance to replenish fluids lost far faster than they should be. And Subaru of America is being accused of failing to alert owners and even refusing warranty coverage on engine repairs related to the problem. Subaru says this is not what happened and says they've been on top of the issue the whole time. If you own one of these models, you may be affected by oil consumption issues: 2011-2014 Subaru Foresters with 2.5 liter boxer (flat-four) engines 2013 Legacy sedans with 2.5 liter boxer (flat-four) engines 2013 Outback with 2.5 liter boxer (flat-four) engines 2012-2013 Impreza with 2 liter boxer ( ... read more

You may think because you're driving a car that looks old but runs like a champ from regular repair and maintenance you're safe from car thieves, but if you own a Subaru, that's not so. Seattle police have reported an uptick in Subaru thefts recently, particularly among older models. Some Subarus were outright stolen, while many others were taken for joyrides and then abandoned. But even those that were "borrowed" were banged up, had items stolen and other damage. Older Subarus are targeted because they can often be started with a generic key rather than the specific vehicle ignition key. If your car doesn't have an alarm system because it was a costly dealer option you skipped, you can still protect your Subaru with these five affordable anti-theft solutions ... read more

Subaru check engine light. Subaru transmission errors. Subaru head gasket problems. When you own a car, it seems like the issues just never end. And if you house a Subaru in your garage, you might be dealing with a number of troubling problems depending on the model of your car and the year it was manufactured. But Subaru parts, even the ones that malfunction and eventually give out because of too much wear and tear, can be replaced. In the most ideal situations, all you need to replace are the parts themselves - not the entire car. 3 FAQ's About Subaru Overheating Problems That's why we've put together this FAQ list of three commonly asked questions about overheating problems in Subaru models. If you've paid attention to the auto world, you know that engine problems are typically some of the most persistent ones plaguing Subarus on the road today. But hopefully, this can provide you with a little peace of mind. Which Subaru models have reported problems? Thou ... read more