Subaru Archives - Oren's Automotive

2021 Subaru Forester
Mileage
53,094
Service Date
6/9/2026
Services Performed
Performed full system scan, no codes were found. Test drove vehicle to replicate concern, vehicle drove ok and did not stall. All live data appeared normal during test drive.
Could not replicate concern at this time, advise to bring back when issue is more present.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Inspected oil level on dipstick, found no oil registering on it and last service due at 47476. Inspected entire engine for leaks none found. Performed oil service and topped off to factory specification.
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replace rear brake pads. Clean mounting surfaces. Replace wear sensor as required. Replace brake rotors. Lubricate caliper slides. Adjust parking brake mechanism. Road test vehicle.
JEFF K. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/10/2026
2018 Subaru Outback
Mileage
38,558
Service Date
5/14/2026
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Test drove vehicle and confirmed customer concern. Checked suspension and drivetrain components for any wear or play. All ok. Cross rotated tires and test drove again. No further pull present at this time. Suspect one of the tires is developing a radial pull. Recommend monitoring for any return, or change in pull.
William E. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/15/2026
2016 Subaru Outback
Mileage
74,101
Service Date
3/25/2026
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
John R. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/1/2026
2017 Subaru Forester
Mileage
44,110
Service Date
7/15/2025
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Ellen B. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/17/2025
2011 Subaru Outback
Mileage
114,455
Service Date
4/10/2025
Services Performed
Test started vehicle after it arrived, vehicle started ok first time, but would not restart after that. Engine would only crank. Pushed vehicle into shop. Connected scan tool and checked vehicle for error codes, found error code in ECU for crankshaft position sensor, and communication and power codes throughout other modules. Recommend replacement of crank position sensor test drive vehicle clear codes and reevaluate.
Removed all necessary components including covers and disconnect ground cable from battery ,to gain access to crank position sensor. Replaced with new crank position sensor installed all components removed.After replacing vehicles crank position sensor scanned vehicle for fault codes and found multiple communication codes and low voltage code.Tested 12 volt battery and found below specifications.Recommend to replace battery.
Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed. started vehicle and kept running as normal ,test drove cleared all dtc fault codes.Verfied operation and found vehicle starting and running normal at this time.
Malka D. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/13/2025
2011 Subaru Outback
Mileage
113,815
Service Date
2/21/2025
Services Performed
Test drove vehicle multiple times to identify source of noise. After driving vehicle found noise originating from drivetrain. Checked TSBs and found squeaking noise is indicator of transmission failing.
Malka D. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/22/2025
2016 Subaru Outback
Mileage
66,130
Service Date
11/5/2024
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
John R. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/14/2024
2016 Subaru Impreza
Mileage
114,666
Service Date
7/31/2024
Services Performed
Inspected vehicle for transmission or other fluid leaks. Found underside of vehicle covered in oil residue. Oil is not transmission fluid, but engine oil residue. Appears to be from spillage and/or improper cleaning after draining oil at recent service. Checked fluid levels. Transmission level is normal. Engine oil is overfilled 2 quarts. Steam cleaned oil residue from bottom of vehicle and corrected oil level in engine. Ran vehicle on lift to check for leaks, none visible. Test drove vehicle and rechecked for oil or transmission leaks. No active leaks present at this time. Recommend customer drive vehicle and monitor for any changes in engine oil or transmission fluid level, or oil staining under vehicle. Reinstalled splash shields and engine cover. Replaced missing hardware on splash shield.
Removed left rear wheel. Chased threads on stud with missing lug nut. Replaced incorrect and damaged lug nuts when reinstalling wheel. Replaced incorrect nuts on other wheels.
Valerie M. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/1/2024
2017 Subaru Outback
Mileage
35,870
Service Date
6/20/2024
Services Performed
Check charging system for proper output to battery. Load test battery. Check all wiring. Inspect belt and adjust as required. Test for current draw on electrical system and record findings. Found battery has very low reserve capacity. Replaced battery and retested all systems, all tests passed. Recommend driving vehicle on at least one longer drive a week to help maintain battery health.
Lander N. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/23/2024
2019 Subaru Forester
Mileage
55,034
Service Date
1/11/2024
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Found one key fob inoperative. Replaced battery and tested key operation, OK.
JILL G. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/12/2024

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