How much is an oil leak diagnostic?
The average cost for an oil leak diagnosis is between $88 and $111. It is estimated that labor costs are between $88 and $111. Taxes and fees are not included in the estimate.
Can an oil leak seal itself?
A very small leak can indeed “fix itself.” I’ve seen water do it; if it’s just a tiny “weep,” the disolved minerals in the water can seal the pinhole. Having changed the lubricant, you may have disturbed such a patch (formed from gunk circulating in the old oil). If the leak is tiny enough, it may plug itself in time.
Is the Subaru Forester prone to leaking oil from head gasgets?
I have a 2009 Forester that has an oil leak. I creplaced the head gasket at 80,000 miles now I am at 149,000 and they are not able to find the leak at Diablo Subsru. This is my second Subaru and I Love them but this is ridiculous!
How long should head gaskets last in Subaru Forester?
That said your car should have gone a LOT longer than 70,000 miles. My 2002 Forester has 197,000 on the original gaskets and still runs good. There are steps you can take to extend the life of your head gaskets – use a good grade gas and if you car pings use a better grade gas.
Why did my Subaru engine burn extra oil?
Top Class Actions reports that owners of the defective engines will be reimbursed by Subaru for expenses related to the defect and given a longer warranty. The lawsuit alleged that defective piston rings caused them to burn extra oil, and that Subaru knew of the problem but didn’t disclose it to owners.
What was the warranty on my Subaru Forester?
The dealer, Subaru of Spokane, repaired/replaced gaskets, timing belt, seals- the whole shebang, and charged me a $500 copay, as they were going to squeak the repairs in under some expired warranty (can’t be the warranty I bought with the car, as that expired in November 2015). They saved me around $3K]