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97 messages, Last post on Jun 24, 2009 at 6:36 PM
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 26, 2008 8:19 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Dec 29, 2008 10:54 am) Called the dealer that did mine and told them about it. The service advisor said SOA had them return the HGs to SOA headquarters for analysis. Hopefully they'll figure it out. I'm wanting the same tech to do my mom's car since I know he does quality work, if it turns out the gaskets actually do need to be replaced. Keep ya'll posted!
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 29, 2008 2:11 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Dec 30, 2008 8:57 am) Needless to say, my faith in Subie has been restored! |
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 02, 2008 2:59 am) http://www.blackstone-labs.com/free_test_kit.html I have monitored the Forester Forum for the past year and have not heard of a head gasket leak on the 2006-on Forester. http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/
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Replying to: aatherton (Jan 05, 2009 4:55 pm) As I posted earlier, Mom's 06 showed signs of oil seepage on the passenger side head gasket. I cleaned it and will recheck it every opportunity I have. If it comes back, then it's off to the dealer with her car. |
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Well, at 70,000 miles my Subie has the dreaded HG leaks. Indie mechanic, who I trust, wants over 2 grand for total repair. Or should I fight the battle with SOA and have the dealership do a half a$$ job. I need new tires also. Total cost could be around 3,000 and the trade in is around 6,000. I love my Forester and would consider the 09. What would you do? I know I am not alone with this problem-to sell or fix. I need a safe reliable AWD auto for driving in Northern Michigan. Thanks ahead for advice. 
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Replying to: goldengal (Feb 09, 2009 6:46 pm) |
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My Subaru 2001 Forester (130000 Miles) makes a clicking sound when it goes from 2nd to 3rd. There is a little jerk only when it goes to third. It an automatic but I know the gear num as its quite obvious. Any clue as to whats going on? Thanks |
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Replying to: goldengal (Feb 09, 2009 6:46 pm) I have a 2003 Forrester 2.5 XS with 73K on it. Although it’s a 2003, I bought it in May 2002, it was one of the first new ’03 models that hit the showrooms. I’ve maintained it regularly and haven’t had any major problems with it. Until this month. I had leaky head gaskets. Contacted Subaru. After some delays in getting an answer, in the end, I was told that my Subaru is “not part of the campaign” that Subaru apparently has to help customers who have had the head gasket problem. The “campaign” is for 2000-02 vehicles only. Not the ideal outcome from my perspective. And it does seem like the issue might not have been solved with the 2002 models. I understand any car can have a leaky head gasket, but 73K seems a little early, no?
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