Greenmamba

Holts Radweld by another name

OK. Assuming the heater core isn't clogged, and that the cooling system is properly filled - these cars need burping to get all the air out, there are a couple other options before you go thinking HG. Pressure test and/or leak down test. Subies with HG failure tend to either ooze oil/coolant outside the block/head, or pressurise the coolant but you say you're not getting coolant into the overflow so that's unlikely to my mind. Sniff test of exhaust gases in the coolant isn't a reliable tests I've heard, incidentally.

Are there bubbles in the overflow when idling? Was it a Subaru OEM stat you put in? How's the radiator cap and are the fans coming on?

OK. Standard OBD code readers generally read engine codes but not necessarily transmission codes. I use Freessm which does TCM codes as well. I assume the tranny is a 4EAT which likely takes when full nearer to 10 litres if it's got a transmission cooler. Assume you're checking levels with engine running in neutral? Maybe someone else with more experience on Foresters can chime in.

Firstly there may/should be a code so if you have a code reader that an access TCM that will point to the likely suspect. Secondly, how much fresh tranny fluid have you used in the change thus far? A simple drain and fill only gets a portion of it. Thirdly, I assume the fluid level is OK?

I believe the change took effect (higher tax bracket applies) for cars registered after 23 March 2006.

Check if there's oil down that plug tube. Those seals are a source of problems sometimes.

Plenty of ways. Simplest is using toothpaste or brasso and soft cloth. Halfrauds sell kits too.

Welcome!!

Check the alignment.

If it's an auto, is it fully in neutral? May also be low battery (car).

Good to hear job done.

Anything to do with phone pairing?

Latest thought - could it be a speed warning? Like, going over 70?

OK, next try, perhaps seat belt warning? Lane departure (if fitted)? Assume no warning lamps. and no mention of this in the manual (I've little experience with diesels, DPF etc).

It's not your dash cam telling you it's memory full is it?

Sounds like battery problems to me. How old is the battery? Are the battery connections and all grounds nice and clean and tight?

Good job/write-up.

You'll need a bit more detail to get folks interested, like price for instance.

Seems a good price for a good looking car. Good luck with the sale. If I didn't have mine, would be seriously interested.

Prices,interested in the exhaust?

Check this ad for a 2000 Subaru! Note - I have no connection to this. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/subaru/263442890770?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D49129%26meid%3D572fe2893fd74ba3b7844bfca616c0b5%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D282812925845&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

Nice! Welcome.

I think just one.

I trust the timing belt hasn't gone something like jump tooth or gone completely. Is it overdue a new belt?