Why is my check engine light on but my car is running fine?

Why is my check engine light on but my car is running fine?

Normally, the appearance of a check engine light indicates a problem somewhere in your vehicle, but nothing seems amiss. Your car is still running at its best and there seems to be absolutely nothing wrong. It doesn’t have to take a mechanical issue in order for this light to appear.

How do you break in a new Subaru engine?

Here are some tips for breaking in your new Subaru properly from the experts at Shingle Springs Subaru.

1. DO Get Your First Oil Change On Time, Or Even Early.
2. DON’T Use Cruise Control.
3. DO Vary The Engine Load.
4. DON’T Brake Hard.
5. DON’T Floor It.

Does AutoZone do free diagnostic?

Many drivers don’t realize that AutoZone, the nation’s largest auto parts chain, will do the following services free of charge: Read the codes on your check engine light. Test your battery’s voltage.

How long does it take to break-in a new Subaru?

You really only need to be concerned with breaking-in your new Subaru for the first 1,000 miles. During this time, it is recommended that you avoid revving the BOXER engine beyond 4,000 RPMs unless in an emergency.

Are there any problems with the new Subaru?

There is a clear problem with some of the older Subaru models on the road. In terms of newer models, Subaru has still had a few problems as we’ve seen with some of the recalls that it has issued. Models as late as 2019 had to be brought in for repairs due to issues with their engines.

When does a Subaru boxer engine start to have problems?

Consumer Reports says the older Subaru models using this engine will typically start to have head gasket issues around 90,000 to 150,000 miles. The reason the Boxer engine seems to be more prone to have this problem is because of the engine design.

Is the noise from the Subaru engine harmful?

The noise is not harmful to the engine or exhaust system. It’s important to note that during normal driving this mapping is ignored. We think given Subaru’s explanation, Johnznot having had a dealer start three random new Outbacks on the lot, and our experience with this type of sound, it is fair to say “They all do that.”

Why does my Subaru make a distinct sound when I start the car?

Subaru offered the following explanation for the distinct sound that may give some folks cause for concern. Subaru says: The new engines, especially the four-cylinders, are extremely efficient so they have very low friction. Because of that, this process assists the engine behavior at start up to help them warm up.