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If you're anywhere near Harrogate, and can't get a decent quote for the wheel rotation, there's a little indy Skoda garage we've used for 20 plus years for our Skodas, who are very decent. Re Lanoguard. It's not like the old heavy underseal that was used and stayed on for 'ever', that would often split and let water in and hid the rust under the coating. Lanoguard needs re doing every 18 months or 2 years or so. It cost us £180 per car and we had to take the cars (we did the Skoda a few weeks later too) there and leave over night to collect the following lunchtime. They put two coats on and let it 'cure', No jet hosing underneath for at least 7 days as it continues to 'cure'. I can't see that it would have any effect on the warranty as it's not permanent and you can work on/ and see all parts underneath if needed. Less of the "old git"! You're at the prime of your life, physically and mentally. I should know, I'm 66 years young too :) Great re the Subaru dealer and the oil change. Did your car come with the 3 year free servicing pack? If so, how does that work regarding paperwork, etc? Mine has it, and I've a sheet of printed A4, with it mentioned, but it's not clear how to redeem. Presumedly, there will also be a Subaru record of this one-line, and I also have the sales docs which highlight the servicing deal from when I bought the car.

As long as the new pulley is the same diameter that is not an issue. Do you have dashcam if you do and it's hardwired is parking mode on? I would start with a voltmeter. Anything over 13v with load on should mean alternator is possibly ok. In which case you could be looking at parasitic draws. Normal alternator is normally around 13.5v-15v Smart alternators is normally around 12v-15v

Is this still up for grabs mate?

they where well aware of what they were doing sadly, i know of meetings that happened a years ago that they just ignore what they were told. Lets just say subaru UK themselves could have had a p25 years ago if they just said yes.

Good morning, I have a 2016 Subaru XV. I see a lot of plug in gizmos advertised that claim that they will give you access to Apple play by simply plugging them in. Has anyone tried this in their XV? I don’t have satnav in my car but I do of course have a screen. Just wondered if anyone had any experience of these things. Thanks in advance. Paul.

Welcome to sods law. It knew, i'm telling you it knew!!!!! lol At least no big bill for now I'd keep an eye on your oil level by checking it regularly just in case the sensor is on the way out and that nothing funky is going on

So done some digging, apparently they are like rocking horse poo now and in reality do very little so just tend to be removed and just bypassed.

I went for 98 as opposed to 102 purely due to the ride comfort concerns. They were about £4 a tyre more, but didn't think that was much of an issue. Unbelievably, picked up a nail art the Le Shuttle terminal on one of the tyres and had to use a repair kit, which did nothing, then recovery, who were excellent, put a repair plug in which is holding well. Quandary now is that although the recovery guy said that the repair is long term (used on lorries with very high PSI's and holding fine for at least six months), I'm now left with a brand new tyre that possibly can't be permanently repaired due to use of repair gunk, but has a possible long term repair in place. So frustrating! Do I bite the bullet and buy a new tyre or just sit on the repair and hope it holds for the duration of the tyre wear?

I used to do the swap annually on my Outback, but now I use Michelin Cross Climate, fully legal in the Swiss Alps all the year round.

Hi everyone, I have a Japanese import Subaru WRX S4 GT-S Eyesight (2015). Original key: • Subaru smart key part number: 14AHA-01 • Frequency: 312.15 MHz FSK (JDM) • Push start + Eyesight I bought a genuine replacement key (same part number) from China, but it cannot be programmed. The car does not recognise the transponder at all. What I’ve tried: • Local UK auto locksmith – failed (no transponder detection) • Subaru UK dealer – confirmed they cannot program JDM keys • Advised to contact Subaru Japan I understand this is a JDM immobiliser / SSM issue rather than just a remote pairing problem. Question: Has anyone in the UK/EU successfully programmed JDM Subaru smart keys (WRX S4 / Levorg / JDM Impreza, 312MHz)? Or knows a specialist / importer / locksmith who can handle JDM immobiliser programming (SSM3/SSM4, EEPROM, ECU bench work, etc.)? Any advice or contacts would be hugely appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I have a Japanese import Subaru WRX S4 GT-S Eyesight (2015). Original key: • Subaru smart key part number: 14AHA-01 • Frequency: 312.15 MHz FSK (JDM) • Push start + Eyesight I bought a genuine replacement key (same part number) from China, but it cannot be programmed. The car does not recognise the transponder at all. What I’ve tried: • Local UK auto locksmith – failed (no transponder detection) • Subaru UK dealer – confirmed they cannot program JDM keys • Advised to contact Subaru Japan I understand this is a JDM immobiliser / SSM issue rather than just a remote pairing problem. Question: Has anyone in the UK/EU successfully programmed JDM Subaru smart keys (WRX S4 / Levorg / JDM Impreza, 312MHz)? Or knows a specialist / importer / locksmith who can handle JDM immobiliser programming (SSM3/SSM4, EEPROM, ECU bench work, etc.)? Any advice or contacts would be hugely appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Hi. Please feel free to give us a try for insurance if you wish. Regards, Dan.

Has anyone bought oz racing wheels ultraleggera wheels 7.5j just wanted to know how do they look as I order them today

My OB has issues with a transmission sensor - specifically P1706 which I want to examine. The sensor is mounted high on the tail section of the tranny and only visible (just) from underneath. I'd like to get the car on a lift or over a workshop pit. Does anyone know anywhere in the south east (Kent pref) which rents out facilities such as this by the hour, or who would allow me to borrow? Probably need a couple of hours for my examination, maybe longer period if I proceed with repairs once parts have been got. Thanks all.

One owner,FSH from specialist Graham Walker Chester,had 3 cam belts ..£1000 spent on exhaust,new battery and starter motor Brand new radiator,,164K miles ,clean oil dark green.....BUT head gasket blowing......drives,,ticks over like a sewing machine. In Moreton,Wirral garage.....Offers over £250 asap please

https://www.carbuyer.co.uk/subaru/outback/reliability

Hi all, would anyone know where I could get a power steering oil cooler from for my Impreza turbo 2000 UK (2000 plate)

Spare part required for Impreza 2000 turbo UK…. Would anyone know someone that may have either a second hand or new power steering oil cooler … I can’t seem to buy one anywhere and don’t really want to go for a universal kit on ebay

Sounds like a headgasket issue :( The reason for the overheating after 1500 rpm is its prob failed next to the turbo, so as soon as turbo builds boost it forces air through the weak point. I would get a sniff test done as a staring point. Hope I'm wrong, but sounds like very typical symptoms :(

Hi. Outbacks /Subarus are still fairly rare in the UK so also consider this US site where Subaru's and Outbacks are very popular, so much more info. https://www.subaruoutback.org/ As I'm on my second Outback, I clearly have a fondness for them. I like their safety, size, comfort, etc. There are quirks however, and the mainstream dealership I've found to be wanting. Look for an independent garage if there's one near by. They're reliable but change the oil much more regularly than the owner's manual suggests (every 6000 miles?) if you want to keep it long term. Great off road, with proper all-season or winter tyres. Reliable and I never had any issues with my last one 50,000 aside from dealership problems. They'll be heavier on brakes and tyres perhaps, and expect to get 30 - 35 mpg if driving on A and B roads with hills. I wouldn't buy one for heavy commuting, or doing local trips to and from the shops. But for safely driving the family around the countryside, and all your gear, in comfort, they're great.

How is your outback doing Andrew?

I have the skinny spare wheel from a 2016 Forester and it needs a new home. Like new, free to anybody who can collect it. I am in the East Coventry area. I also have the rear chassis cross rail that is removed when a tow bar is fitted, also free. Any takers ? David

Mine now, amazing machine

I've had this happen once to me in the last couple of weeks I've owned the car. However, I'd been messing with the auto lock on the powered boot so it might have been that. Hasn't happened since although I've tried to repeat the situation. The OB and maybe other Subarus in the UK (and Europe) have an odd alarm system installed. Have a look in your bundle of booklets you received for something called "Category 1 Alarm System Operating Instructions" for vehicles with smart entry (with selective unlock", if you have one. Also, have a look in the lower dash near to the bonnet release lever. There's a small fuse box which flips down. On the inside lid of the cover you'll find a small key pad. This is where you can control various alarm features. Before you touch however, make sure you have a set of silver stickers on which is printed, headed "IMPORTANT Your pre-programmed PIN is: @@@@@" . I've always steered well clear of touching this in my previous car, but was tempted to see if i could switch the internal alarm off when I left a dog in the locked car. As it was, I found a quicker method which was just to swivel the two spherical 'sensors', either side of the A frame, so they pointed down. The alarm never sounded with a dog left in, so it worked for me, although he was usually quiet and laid in the boot. A more active animal might have triggered it. Hope you get it sorted

Glad you like it, you missed out the best bit, heated seats, XV is the first car i've had thats had them hahaha