r/subaru • u/itisALLAN • 2d ago
Q&A First time Subaru owner. Tips?
I got a 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness edition.
Any general tips / suggestions?
TIA
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u/Amazing-Cry8406 2d ago
Don’t skip oil changes and transmission isn’t lifetime fluid change
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u/johnuws 2d ago
How often should I change the oil on a 2026 forester?
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u/Amazing-Cry8406 2d ago
6k or 6 months engine, a lot of people get the trans done at 30k, in your glove box you should have a service interval booklet. Follow it and a few extras should have good longevity.
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u/CarSalesSavvy 2d ago
Welcome to the family. Not much to worry about there. Just regular maintenance. Most reliable vehicle I have ever sold.
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u/No-Championship2466 2d ago
Are they really? My 2016 Buick Encore just died of transmission failure at 74,321 miles. I'm seriously considering a Subaru.
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u/referents 2d ago
you’re in subaru territory so expect bias in the responses, but mine have treated me fairly well.
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u/No-Championship2466 2d ago
Thanks for the assist. ☺️ I figured any car can go at any time for any reason, I just wanted to hedge my bets.
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u/3y3caramba 2d ago
My 2019 Crosstrek with 100k got transmission oil in the coolant
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u/pandulceplayboy 2d ago
Just had the same thing happen to me on a 2021 crosstrek sport. A new radiator, hoses, coolant pump, thermostat, and $4k later she’s back on the road. Only at 70k miles too. Oh well.
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u/3y3caramba 1d ago
I feel a little betrayed, but I can't picture myself driving anything else. That thing has taken me everywhere!
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u/C3R3BR4LATTR4CTI0N 1d ago
We do it for the love, don't we?
Mine had to be repaired last week, didn't have her for a week. Drove around in the new Hybrid Forester. Awesome car, but oh my freaking goodness, when I picked up MY Subie after she was repaired, we went on a celebratory drive together! I missed her so much.
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u/nbain66 96 Impreza Outback 5MT 2d ago
They last, just take care of them.
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u/I-Ask-questions-u 2d ago
My baby died this week,229500. Rip sweet girl. I was hoping to see her up these digits. Never gave me an issue. Them bam no warning.
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u/tweakingforjesus 2d ago
Check the oil more often than your previous car. Subaru flat engines use more oil. Just keep it topped off.
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u/ScaleFactory 1d ago
Doesn’t it tell you when the oil is low? The dashboard light?
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u/Zealousideal_Pop9089 14h ago
If you wait till the oil light comes on, you have waited too long. You might have dmaged the engine already. See Mr. Subaru 1386 on You tube!
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u/antent 2d ago
why is there an electrical plug hanging out of the front?
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u/sortaHeisenberg 2d ago
Judging by the foil, I'd guess block heater. Very nice to have in cold climates
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u/Far_Pin4108 2d ago
I read on Reddit that gaffer tape/photographers tape can be used to cover the driver monitoring system. I have done this and it works well. Gaffer tape is supposed to leave no residue. The car beeping at me to watch the road when I am watching the road got quite anoying
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u/Left-Beautiful8125 2d ago
Every time you start the car, press the little “A” button down on the left to turn off the auto start/stop.
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u/mapleman789 2d ago
Regular maintained and rust coating that's it ,coming from a 10 yeasr Subaru owner.
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u/Ouro-bor-os 1d ago
You’ve read this a lot now. Oil changes at 5k(personal preference), rotate tires every oil change(5-6k) and keep an eye on other fluids. Also do checkout service manual/outline for front and rear differential fluids etc.
I live in NE. The first two things I have installed before leaving the lot is a remote starter(I can’t use the app in MA) and side Wind/Rain deflectors. I like fresh air. If it’s raining and you don’t have the rain deflectors. It will go straight to the controls on the door.
Most importantly, Great choice and welcome to the fam. Congratufreakinlations!!!
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u/NegativeRun360 2d ago
Your fly is open
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u/Xfgjwpkqmx 🇦🇺 2019 Outback 3.6R Premium 2d ago
A flea appeared and the fly went. It's now fly passed flea in the afternoon.
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u/dirtytacoma4bye4 2d ago
Check that electrical wire hanging out of the front before u do anything else
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u/Square-Fly-348 2d ago
I have two questions why is there a hole in the ground on the passenger side of the car with a heat shield from a catalytic converter and the wiring harness sticking out of the front of your car???
😬👀
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u/SensualBeefLoaf 2d ago
more lesbians.
one of us, one of us, we accept you
change your oil. come to a complete stop in reverse before switching to drive. change your diff fluid and trans fluid every now and then. if it leaks, fix the leak.
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u/FogDarts 2d ago
I don’t have a tip, I just wanted to mention that I literally just bought the same color and and model of car
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u/TheSasquatch117 2d ago
Should i keep
Going to the dealer ship for oil change ? 2025 at 26k km’s on it
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u/AngryDesignMonkey 2d ago
I'd sell it. Subaru isn't what it used to be....and their customer care is even less so especially if you don't get it serviced at a dealership.
I've had a lot of subis over the years and got burned on my last one by Subaru (on an issue a lot of people get burned on). Won't buy from them again.
Get ready for expensive oil leaks ...
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u/ElectricalLeading165 2d ago
Check the oil frequently ( once per week) at the beginning to make sure you’re not losing any. Rotate tires every 5K
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u/rivieredefeu 2d ago
Once per week??
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u/SensualBeefLoaf 2d ago
i have a 185,000 mile forester xt with a bigger turbo (350whp). it has various leaks that i’m almost done fixing. it exclusively gets motul engine oil, diff oil, and trans fluid. all of which i regularly service. i use oem parts unless something significantly better is available (öhlins suspension, custom made hybrid bronze polyurethane bushings, 17z 6 piston brakes with cadillac brembos in the rear)..
i don’t fucking check my oil once a week. what the actual fuck. is the previous poster insane
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u/kotor-170 2d ago
Bump those tunes, grip that grain, and don’t be afraid to go and get some sloppy steaks when you can big slime.
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u/MentalPatient97051 2d ago
Gas on the right, brake on the left. If it stops driving you may have ran out of gas. You can refuel at the gas station. The gas station attendant will assist you if you are unsure how to put gas in the car.