When to change timing belt in 2011 Subaru Impreza?
My 2011 Subaru Impreza 2.5i is currently at 97K miles. Subaru recommends I change the timing belt at 105K miles, so I’m doing some research on the project. • How much should I expect to pay an independent mechanic for the labor? • What else should be replaced with the timing belt in a 2011 Subaru Impreza?
What’s the break in period for a Subaru Impreza?
4 cylinder Outback, Legacy Impreza at 7,500 miles or 7.5 months (exept turbo) 6 cylinder models at 3 months or 3,000 miles. 4 cylinder Forester at 3 months or 3,000 miles using synthetic oil 4 cylinder turbos at 3,750 miles or 3 3/4 monthsusing synthetic oil
When does the timing belt fail on a Subaru Outback?
For a number of drivers, the timing belt failed at around 60,000 miles to 70,000 miles. The official word on the lifespan of a timing belt in your Subaru Outback is between 60,000 miles and 90,000 miles so this problem is within the range, but it’s still annoying that it happens almost as soon as the timing belt was scheduled to where else.
When to replace the spark plug on a 2011 Subaru Impreza?
Spark plug replacement interval on all 2011 Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza 4 cylinder non-turbo, turbo, and 6cylinder, the spark plug replacement interval is 60,000 miles. Note- early maintenance books printed Sept, 2010 incorrectly have 52,500 miles, 52.5 months, or 84000k have for the spark plug change but its really 60mo/60,000 miles..
When to replace timing belt on Subaru Outback?
Depending upon your engine (assuming 2.5), the earliest replacement is 105,000 miles with no time limit. You should be fine, but what is in the owner’s manual?
Why does my Subaru Outback make a ticking noise?
Ticking: One of the earliest warning signs that you’ll get on a problem with the timing belt in your Subaru Outback is the sound it makes. A timing belt that isn’t working properly creates a ticking noise as your engine is running. It’s a very fast-paced sound and resembles something like a roulette wheel that spins fun quickly.
What should I do if my timing belt breaks?
2006 2.5i and 2002 3.0 wagons. Timing belt is 105,000 miles OR 105 months whichever comes first. If it breaks, you get a valve job or an engine that doubles as a boat anchor. Don’t just replace the belt, you want a full kit with idlers etc. I recommend Aisin. $700-$1000, depending on your location is cheaper than a busted engine.