Does a 2003 Subaru Outback have a timing belt?
All 2003 Subaru Outbacks have timing belts and are interference engines.
When did Subaru change from timing belt to chain?
The WRX kept timing belts under the hood until 2014 before switching to chains. The WRX STI however continues to use timing belts. If you are wondering why, it’s because the WRX STI is a high-performance vehicle with an engine that is typically under more stress than your average Subaru.
Can you tell if a timing belt has been changed?
There really isn’t an indicator for belts, unfortunately. If the boyfriend of the previous owner says the dealer changed it, bring the car to that dealer, if possible, and have them look up a service record. If you’re far away from the dealer, call in and have your VIN handy.
Does a Subaru Outback have a timing belt or timing chain?
2005 Subaru Outback – Timing Belt Or Chain. All 2005 Subaru Outbacks have timing belts and are interference engines.
What kind of belt does a 2003 Subaru Outback have?
I have a couple questions related to the 105,000 expected maintenance on a 2003 Subaru Outback (4-cyl). The maintenance schedule indicates that there are two belts that should be replaced – a camshaft belt and a drive belt (s). My mechanic told me that the camshaft belt is the one usually referred to as a timing belt, and that’s the one to change.
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.
How often does a Subaru Outback get sold?
In fact, Subaru sells about 170,000 Subaru Outbacks per year in the US. Without any vehicle sold, you can imagine that occasionally problems with the Outback do pop up. In particular, there have been some issues with the Subaru Outback’s timing belt over the years.