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Wagons Subaru Crew Subaru Legacy & Outback CHECK ENGINE Light just came on after traveling through flooded streets
19 messages, Last post on Sep 16, 2009 at 7:27 AM
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Replying to: parent1 (Sep 10, 2009 12:58 pm)
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Replying to: xwesx (Sep 10, 2009 1:49 pm)
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Replying to: parent1 (Sep 10, 2009 5:44 pm) I'd call 800-SUBARU3 and ask for their advice, also. This is a bummer, the car is so new. Whether they cover it or not will depend on what exactly happened, I guess. I'm suer they'll find signs of water so be honest with them, but then again a splash of water didn't necessarily cause all the damage. I hope not.
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Replying to: ateixeira (Sep 11, 2009 7:58 am)
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Replying to: xwesx (Sep 11, 2009 8:23 am) After driving through flooded streets, my 2008 OB developed an overheating problem. Specifically, after about 5 minutes of driving, when the engine temp gauge is at half, I begin to hear a "knocking" noise that sounds almost like a diesel engine. Then, the temperature gauge shoots up... after that, I don't know because I've only driven it a few times since the overheating problem developed. The good thing is; I don't think there are any major issues with the engine/head gasket/transmission/etc. In earlier posts I had been concerned with damage to the engine but I've ruled that out as I can't re-create the noise when the vehicle is in neutral (after it has overheated). My impression is that water caused the failure of some electric component which is important in cooling the engine (NOTE: I AM NOT A MECHANIC). The vehicle is still under the manufacturers warranty so I'll be calling road side assistance for a tow in to San Antonio, the nearest Subaru dealership. If its covered under warranty great, if not, I feel better about having it repaired by a Subaru mechanic. I'll keep you all posted with results in the coming days. Thanks again for all the help; it is reassuring that there is a dedicated and knowledgeable community of Subaru owners willing to share their experience and $0.02. The Best, Chad |
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Replying to: parent1 (Sep 14, 2009 5:39 am) You made the right call. Good luck. |
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Replying to: parent1 (Sep 14, 2009 5:39 am) Most obvious issue would be something caught in the fan blades of the cooling fan. Calling Roadside Assistance is the right idea. Cheers Graham
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Replying to: grahampeters (Sep 14, 2009 2:15 pm) I asked him about the knocking noise that is produced after it overheats and his impression was that it was probably nothing to lose sleep about (unless one drove while it was overheated for a prolonged period of time). Anyhow, hopefully that is the end of it... $470 later! Thanks again for y'alls help.
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Replying to: parent1 (Sep 15, 2009 1:54 pm) I think you handled the whole situation very well. Hopefully you have many years of enjoyment from this vehicle yet to come! |
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Replying to: parent1 (Sep 15, 2009 1:54 pm) Definitely change all the fluids. |
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