Do current Subarus have head gasket problems?
Any internal combustion engine might experience a head gasket failure, but Subaru’s engines earned their reputation for this particularly troublesome issue. The design is one contributing factor, but the real problem comes down to unreliable material in the gaskets. Head gasket problems affect Subaru’s EJ25 engines.
When should I replace my Subaru Outback head gasket?
How long will a head gasket repair last? The original head gaskets on a Subaru 2.5 engine tend to fail between 100,000 and 150,000 miles. Most replacement gaskets last just as long.
How to replace head gaskets on Subaru Outback?
Just replace the headgaskets use part# 11044AA642 from Subaru. They are the turbo mls gaskets and will fix your problem for sure, also check the cylinder heads for warpage. I’m pretty sure but assuming this is a 2.5L SOHC engine?
Can a headgasket be replaced without removing the engine?
The engine is a lot easier to work on if it’s on an engine stand but it can be done without removing the engine. First off, the head bolts will not come out if done this way. They must be left in the cylinder head and make sure not to mix up the center two bolts, they are different and will not fit the outer cylinder head bolt holes.
Why is my Subaru head gasket leaking oil?
When the head gasket is developing problems, there are slight gaps that let oil leak underneath the engine. If you discover oil is leaking from your Subaru car, that might be a symptom that the oil gasket is getting faulty. The head gasket is a passageway for coolant to flow appropriately.
Is the Subaru headgasket the same as the second generation?
If you were to go to Subaru and order the headgasket(s) it would be the same as the ones you’re taking off. The second-generation SOHC engines use the same fiber gasket but have an updated head torque procedure and if done correctly you should not have future headgasket problems.