First time Subaru owner - power steering pump noise. Help!
Posted: Sat Mar 11, 2017 3:29 pm
Hi everyone!
I'm now the VERY proud owner of a 3.0L Gen 4 wagon (146kms) and just wanted to ask a bunch of questions to ensure I get a nice long life out of the car, and also some weird things I’ve noticed, and would love to know if these are normal.
- When does the timing chain need replacing? I have been told NEVER, but I just want to be sure.
- What is the right type of oil? I’ve read anywhere between 5/40 and 10/50 on this site!
- Does the oil filter type actually matter? If so, what should I be using?
- There seems to be quite a bit of unusual heat coming from the driver’s side rear of the engine. When have the window down, I can definitely feel a hot wind hitting me in the face. It also fogs up the driver’s side window and driver’s side of the windscreen when it's running. The car doesn't overheat or anything, even on long drives in Sydney traffic. What could this be?
- There is a weird noise from the dash when I turn the engine off... It kind of sounds 'wet', gurgling sound... like a boiling kettle almost. It lasts about 10 seconds then stops suddenly. WTF?
- Sometimes (after the engine at normal temp) when I accelerate hard, it takes off like a rocket. Other times it has massive lag, and feels like it is almost struggling to get going. What would cause this?
- How do I know if it is a B-Spec or just a 3.0R?
- And lastly – what tips can you all give me to keep this beautiful car in great condition, and hopefully, get a bit more power from her (I only ever use 98 fuel)
Thanks everyone!
I'm now the VERY proud owner of a 3.0L Gen 4 wagon (146kms) and just wanted to ask a bunch of questions to ensure I get a nice long life out of the car, and also some weird things I’ve noticed, and would love to know if these are normal.
- When does the timing chain need replacing? I have been told NEVER, but I just want to be sure.
- What is the right type of oil? I’ve read anywhere between 5/40 and 10/50 on this site!
- Does the oil filter type actually matter? If so, what should I be using?
- There seems to be quite a bit of unusual heat coming from the driver’s side rear of the engine. When have the window down, I can definitely feel a hot wind hitting me in the face. It also fogs up the driver’s side window and driver’s side of the windscreen when it's running. The car doesn't overheat or anything, even on long drives in Sydney traffic. What could this be?
- There is a weird noise from the dash when I turn the engine off... It kind of sounds 'wet', gurgling sound... like a boiling kettle almost. It lasts about 10 seconds then stops suddenly. WTF?
- Sometimes (after the engine at normal temp) when I accelerate hard, it takes off like a rocket. Other times it has massive lag, and feels like it is almost struggling to get going. What would cause this?
- How do I know if it is a B-Spec or just a 3.0R?
- And lastly – what tips can you all give me to keep this beautiful car in great condition, and hopefully, get a bit more power from her (I only ever use 98 fuel)
Thanks everyone!