Post replacement the oil sensor had to be replaced. Since the oem short blocks can be bought for around 1600 1700 you think this could cost 4000 or less.
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Subaru short block replacement forum. However to a enthusiast this could be beneficial since the dealership and corporate was able to fix a problem on the engine that could have happened outside of the warranty. Then the cel traction light and cruise control lights came on. Then a seal failed in the new short block and required that the engine be pulled again. You are currently viewing our forum as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. Over 30k since the short block replacement so time for an update to this thread. Remanufactured short blocks always fit properly for faster trouble free installation and perform as well as a brand new engines short block.
Just wondering before i start venturing into the modding world how much it would cost to do the bare minimum with stock parts. Nothing fancy just a stock shortblock swap. Replacing the short block should be the solution since the replacement blocks had better rings etc. The repair seems to have been done correctly as i can now go oil change to oil change 3k without having to add oil. At 3k i will be 1 quart low from full. Oil burning issue hello after a lot of research and realizing 4 of our friends happily have subaru foresters my wife and i purchased a 2014 forester 25i premium with cv transmission.
Short block replacement problems had the recall sb replacement nov 2016. They are integrated with the full range of genuine subaru components from oil pans and oil pumps to thermostats thermostat housings and water pumps. I cant speak of the dealership in question but at most car dealers ive known only senior experienced mechanics with above average smarts get jobs like replacing or. Looking for subaru repairtuner not dealer prices. By joining our community free of charge you will have access to post topics communicate privately with other members pm respond to polls upload content and access. Though like other forum members have stated any major engine work tends to give the buyer a negative taste.
If a dealership made the replacement it should have been done correctly. Before the short block i would be a quart low after 700 miles. Purchased because we were going to be crossing the state of. Ok its now 93k miles ie. Subaru forester owners forum.
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