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Crank up the tunes, bud! Your hearing is too sensitive. ;-)
Hmm, higher altitude, less dense air, the engine's making less power, and working harder to get the same amount of work done.
-juice
Ditto on the lower temp windshield cleaners. The blue stuff is rated to -20, supposedly, I've seen stuff rated for 20 degrees cooler, that might clear up any freezing once it's cycled through.
-juice
I was told at the Subaru dealership today that this hesitation on cold startup is a known issue by Subaru and that they are working on a fix. I have two questions: Am I being lied to and if not, does anyone know when this problem will be addressed.
Thanks.
Would you rather they told you they'd do nothing about it at all?
My Mustang had a pretty bad hesitation, worse if I suddenly floored it. Easing into the throttle worked better.
That might help until the dealer gets a TSB from Subaru telling them what their fix is.
-juice
I'd contact SOA and confirm that this really is a problem they're working on, or perhaps check with another dealer if one's nearby.
To me, this is a totally unacceptable situation. Hope it gets resolved!
Jim
Cheers Pat.
As to your question whether I would prefer that the dealership had told me that they'd do nothing at all...of course not. However, I post to a message boards like this, so I can learn from other Subaru owners and not have to rely solely on what I am told by the dealership. The dealership has been less than forthcoming on one occasion.
Sorry to hear about your problems. I can understand the distress over having a problem so early on, but a faulty fuel pump is hardly something to evoke the Lemon Law on. Actually, I don't know what state you're in, but you've got to have way more problems to qualify.
I'd say relax, let the dealers do their work and keep your case well documented with Subaru.
Ken
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
Back to the dealer..
-mike
-mike
Prestone and others sell a clear and a tan concoction at a premium price that may deliver better performance. My only concern is that one mix I looked at used ethylene glycol (the basis of radiator antifreeze) to achieve this. It felt tacky to me - will it leave a residue behind that promotes streaking? Also, isn't it bad for body paint?
Steve
I only use 1/4 to 1/2 bottle to each tank though because it smells so strong. Also, make sure your nozzles are pointed directly to the windshield and no overspray is going onto the car itself.
-dennis
So that's why the blue stuff freezes up on the windshield even at +30 degrees F.
-juice
To qualify for a lemon, a car has to have the same part fail 3 times. The exception is the brakes - one failure is enough.
Did they offer you a loaner car, at least? If not, I would call 800-SUBARU3 and demand one, since your car is essentially brand-new.
Now here's the good news: this is the first fuel pump failure I've heard of, so the replacement should be fine, and I doubt you'll have the same problem again.
My '91 Escort GT has a fuel guage with a mind of its own, it actually never was cured. The car was totalled in '98.
Jon: there is an OnStar topic, FWIW. I haven't heard of any Subie owners using it yet, though. If you have a cell phone, you have 3/36 free roadside assistance.
-juice
Once again, I'm sorry.
Patti
Ken
-juice
Patti,
I did send e-mail to Subaru regarding this problem.
About a rental car, I got one, but it is not what I need in my daily life. I need SUV to carry big boxes, very uncomfortable in a sedan. Plus service department told me that a loaner will be in my posesion only for 3 days. Whenever, it may take longer for part to be delivered. So I would have to cover rental expenses out of my pocket if the car will not be fixed within 3 days. I really enjoy my Subaru and will be heart broken if I would have to get rid of it.
Think of it as short-term. I would definitely push to keep the loaner as long as you need it, even if you have to call 800-SUBARU3 for help.
Tell the dealer that if they need their car back, they'd better overnight the parts!
-juice
So you're being treated as well as luxury car buyers are, except you've only had to go in once, not 14 times.
-juice
Leo - I did see your e-mail and I sent a note to someone to check it out quickly. I'm sure you will be satisfied with the resolution.
Patti
Thanks Patti.
-juice
-juice
Ken
Ken
thanks
mike k
-Colin
I will do as she requested r/e the OnStar problem.
Thanks for the attention.
Per the OnStar advisor: ESN not populating; not pulling from vehicle.
Might there be a issue with the heater switch not opening all the way?
Jim
-mike
I would think the layout of the boxer engine would promote heat transfer throughout the crankcase and lower skirt very efficiently as the combustion chambers are at opposite ends, and the block itself is short (compared to an in-line 4). But if the thermostat does not open, water does not make it to the radiator and beyond. And depending on the design and bypass hosing, water may not be pumped efficiently to the heater core either unless full circulation is achieved (ie t-stat open at least one cycle).
Then there is the issues of the valve properly opening to let hot water make it to the heater core. Plus there are a set of vacuum/cable/motor driven doors on the heater core box that have to actuate properly to let fan driven air move thru the core. It is not a simple system!!
Steve
I prefer perforated leather over non-perforated, it breathes better. My Miata's leather isn't, and it gets pretty sticky on a hot day. And don't suggest I put the top up, that's sacreligious. I leave it down even when I need A/C.
-juice
-juice
Yes, I'm back.
Greg
-mike
-juice
not coincidentally, if you ever have a car that's overheating always crank the heat full blast no matter the weather to try and get the water temp down.
-Colin
-juice
-Colin