We had the oil changed on our 98 Subaru Forrester recently.  We got the
car back and tried to start it up, it started fine but with in 10
seconds or so it would start running rough then stall.  If you hit the
gas the engine revved fine and didn't show any signs of roughness,, but

alright guys I''m super new to all this stuff. I'm a 16 year old just
bought my first car. It's a 97 impreza outback. Shes gorgeous i love
her. However, I am noticing that my clutch is slipping even when it is
engaged. (pedal all the way up) My rpms constantly go up and down. When

The long-awaited "Haynes" manual "Subaru Legacy & Forester 2000-2006"
now turns out to be a Chilton's manual shown on Haynes' website! ??
That gave up an ISBN (International Standard Book Number?) of 1563926237
which at least gives something uniquely searchable.

I have a 2003 subaru baja that idles very lowly when stopped in drive.
It rumbles and vibrates the entire car and I've heard that theres some
screw that I can adjust to fix this. Is this true? If so, where is this
screw?

I have an 1987 Subaru GL 4WD, 1.8 S#jf2an53b8hf457939.  I took it into
the garage and they check her out on the diagnostic machine nothing
showed up. Mechanic also took her out for a test drive. He checked
compression cylinders were between 120psi to 135psi. He check valve

Could you shed some lights on my following two questions?
1) Does Forester 2006 or 2007 use Timing Belt or Timing Chain? If
timing belt, what is recommended replacement interval?
2) Is Forester 2006 or 2007's engine a of type non-interference or

I have a 1995 Legacy that just started over heating.  I think it may be
the thermostat though.
When I first start driving the temp goes almost to H in about 7 minutes
but I get no hot air from the heater.

I've working on my retirement project which is an auto enthusiast website
called Cat's a.s Kustoms: Parts Performance, Passion - News for Motorheads.
It is safe for work (no porn) and geared to those passionate about cars.
http://www.catsasskustoms.com

Once again Subaru goes it's own way when it comes to design:
http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/?p=2405
I like the idea of a 2-door hatch but I'm not sure I like the new stying (especially the rear view).

So i have a 91 legacy ls wagon.  I am having extreme difficulty finding
what i beleive is some sort of a short in my charging system.  I have a
pretty decent understanding of alternator and battery operations.  I
have pulled the alternator out of the car and had it tested at the

Hello...
I have a 97 Outback Legacy, 192K miles, automatic tranny.
Yesterday when I started it, the engine was clunking/ticking/rattling
in a non-rhythmic sort of way.  It did get cold that night, but not

How long should I expect the front and rear disk brakes to last.
I'm easy on them, - kindo drive like "a little old lady" &-)))

Hi everyone I am getting ready for a serious search for an Impreza
wagon but am a little confused by the different models and engines I am
told the engine to get is the 2.5 as it more economical than the 2.0
This doesnt make sense but ...???

I have a 92' Loyale which I recently took into the dealer. (The check
engine light has been on for over a year but only recently have I
noticed any problem in the way the car is running).   I was told that I
need a new EGR solenoid ($230 installed) and a Canister Purge solenoid

My '99 OB has lost its beeping when I unlock the car remotely.  I need
that beep to find my car in the lot sometimes.
Is this something a beginner can fix himself?