Subaru Baja:  Engine Sputtering (Causes + Diagnosis)

A sputtering engine can indicate a number of problems.  If your Subaru Baja has a sputter, it is most likely going to be caused by bad fuel system, ignition system, MAF sensor, or bad catalytic converter.  Your Baja’s engine is a giant pump.  It pulls in air (where it is measured by the mass airflow … Read more

Subaru Baja:  Brake Pedal Going to Floor Diagnosis

The single most important safety feature in your Subaru Baja is a good set of brakes.  If your brake pedal is going to the floor, it indicates that there is a serious problem in the braking system.  When the pedal goes to the floor, it’s usually caused by a bad master cylinder, leaking brakes, bad … Read more

Subaru Baja Shifting Hard: Causes + Diagnosis

One of the most common automatic transmission problems is shifting hard.  If your Subaru Baja has a hard shifting transmission, it can be uncomfortable to drive and a sign of serious problems. If your truck’s transmission is shifting hard, it can cause a harsh ride and lead to potential damage over time. Numerous factors can … Read more

Subaru Baja:  Warped Rotors → Symptoms & Causes

  Rotors are metal discs that are visible behind the Baja’s wheel. They work together with the calipers and brake pads to slow down your Subaru Baja. Due to braking friction, rotors have to withstand and dissipate a tremendous amount of heat. This causes the rotor surface to be uneven making the brake pedal feel … Read more

Subaru Baja: Bad Motor Mount → Symptoms + Diagnosis

While your Subaru Baja’s engine mounts can last the life of the entire vehicle, it is possible that they will go bad.  Vibration and a clunking sound are the two most noticeable symptoms when driving the vehicle.  There are plenty of visible signs as well. Engine mounts connect the engine to the frame of the … Read more

Subaru Baja:  Bad ECM → Symptoms + Diagnosis

Your Subaru Baja’s ECM (Engine Control Module) is its brain.  Just like a human’s brain, your Baja can’t function without it. It is sometimes referred to as the ECU or PCM.  It’s all the same thing. The ECM controls and directs your entire drivetrain (unless there is a serrate transmission controller). When an ECM starts … Read more

Subaru Baja P0353 Diagnosis

P0353 is a generic OBD2 code that indicates that ignition coil “C” has an issue with the primary or secondary wiring circuits.  It has the same meaning for the Subaru Baja as it would any other vehicle.  It is typically caused by a bad coil pack or wiring harness issue, although there can be caused … Read more