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Hi All, Can I convince anyone to reply with some advice on the below?

HI All, Hope you are well. I have a 2017 Subaru Outback here in Ireland. And I was looking to update the head unit/infotainment system/maps etc. Is it possible to do this with a USB and if so, can anyone point me to the right location to get the correct update file? Either that, or does anyone have a suggestion for a unit to fit and replace this, so as to have a more modern interface with android in particular, with all the bells and whistles? any help gratefully received!

Hi All, Hope Ye are well. I have recently sold my 2012 diesel Forester, and bought a 2017 diesel Outback. The Outback is an auto gearbox. I've had it about a week. and have noticed a slightly metallic sound, like light metal rubbing maybe?? when i am driving off, not right at the initial movement, but within a few seconds of taking off.. any ideas? I'm not too familiar with the sounds and running of the CVT transmission yet, so want to check. thanks for any help and advice, its much appreciated

Hi All. I've a 2012 Forester 2.0D, with 260k kilometres on the clock. It's been trouble free I have to say. But over the last couple of weeks, I've noticed a change in her sound, a rough swish maybe, and the black smoke is very strong now. Almost painting herself black at the back bumper. I've had the intercooler checked, and no leaks or cracks. Any ideas??

Thanks for the reply Greenmamba. I hadn't thought of the balancing, as usually you can feel that, and see it in the tyres over what is now 3-4 weeks, probably?? As for the turning issue, not that I've noticed, and its strangely not gotten worse yet...strange one to me at least at this point.

Afternoon All, Hope Ye are well. I have a 2012 Forester 2.0D, with 250k+ on it. Very reliable I must admit. I recently started to hear a vibration sound, coming from her at higher speeds. It continues when I disengage drive, and is running in line with wheel speed. I wonder could it be the beginnings of a wheel bearing?? Or how do they normally sound when going, and do they take long to fail? Its been the case for about 3-4 weeks now... Or are there normal/regular things Ye think I should check in a case like this? There have been no leaks, and servicing is very regular. Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated

Hi Melissa, Sorry to hear of your troubles. But it can be sorted. I got a company here to remove the DPF and remap the system to take account of the removal, and thus no need for burns and dropping fuel anywhere etc. It has worked great for me, in that the problem is sorted, at a reasonable cost. no loss of power or performance issues. All good so far. I keep her serviced very regularly, and she is back to be the reliable fun car it had been up to that point. Hope this helps

Hi Judd, Your eyes are correct. And yes, I am very happy. Smoother ride, a bit. Plus, the weather we have been having on these Islands lately, have made it worthwhile, when going up the hills to play... 😉

Hi All, I have a 2012 Forester SH, and I am having some trouble with the Bluetooth through the standard radio. It has a regular crack/ticking while on a call, and I think it could be cutting calls off also. So I was considering getting a standalone Bluetooth kit, but don't like extra's floating about the cab. So just thought of possibly changing out the radio itself. Its a regular double DIN radio unit isn't it? Can I stick any double din unit in there? Any recommendations?

Hi All, I eventually took the plunge and bought black wheels. Happy with the result. So much so I plant get the front grill and door handles powder coated black, so sync things up...or maybe I am loosing the run of myself...;-)

Thanks Gents, appreciate those answers. I didn't realise the ride might be better on 16's. another plus. I have the size mentioned, and have been running Michelin Cross Climate+ for the past couple of years. A fantastic tyre I must say. But wouldn't mind doing a winter set with the new rims I plant to buy, and then get my own wheels refurbed for summer... Thanks Again Lads!

HI All, I have a 2012 SH Forester Diesel, and it still has the stock wheels it came with, sample pic attached. As the finish is degrading fairly badly at this point, I am thinking of getting some new rims. Before I took out the tape measure to check, I researched the standard wheel size, and it was supposed to be 7Jx17 ET48 offset. When I took out the tape measure, cause it didn't seem right, the width of the stock wheel is 8 inches?! So I have 225 55 17R tyres at present. So as I am looking around now, I am wondering what is best to get. Does anyone know if I reduce to 16 inch rims, will the rotors and calipers still have room? Just toying with several options. Was maybe thinking of adding ore rubber, with the smaller rim, but then i do a lot of commuting also, 100km a day round trip, and only some off road.. Any thoughts...? Or anyone any experience in this area?

Great Gents, thanks for that. Its stock, no changes made prior to me, and I haven't made any changes bar maintenance. I understood it SHOULD have been the viscous centre diff, and glad it seems to be as should. As being a farmer, it gets tested somewhat... 😉 Its reaching about the 240000km mark. Anything I should put on the To Do list Gentlemen?

Hi All, I had reason to have the forester on a lift today, and the guy lifted the wheels clear of contact with the ramps altogether. When spinning the back wheel on one side, it moved the front wheel, and vice versa. Is this normal, a good or bad sign?same happened both sides. Just never seen it before

HI All, I have a 2012 SH Diesel Forester, with approx 240k on the clock. I have recently had the DPF removed, and the EGR valve done, with the required re-mapping. I was wondering if, as I have a little blue smoke happening, and the odd misfire...could I have an injector issue. How long should I expect to get from the injectors, and are they much of a job to replace?