Subaru Legacy: Pulls to the Right → Diagnosis

When your Subaru Legacy pulls to the right, it makes driving difficult.  Keeping straight when your Legacy wants to veer off the road is dangerous, and takes all of the joy out of driving.  Fixing a vehicle pulling to the right should be considered a high priority repair.    Subaru Legacy Pulls to the Right … Read more

Subaru Legacy:  Oil Leak Diagnosis

If you’re a Subaru Legacy owner, you’re likely aware of the common issues that can arise with your vehicle. One of the most frustrating problems is discovering an oil leak. Not only can it be a messy hassle to clean up, but it can also be a sign of a more serious issue. Gaskets and … Read more

Subaru Legacy:  Leaking Water Diagnosis

  If your Subaru Legacy is leaking water, it could mean a few different things are happening.  Some water is completely acceptable.  It depends on the situation.  It really depends on where you’ve found it, and if it is really water. Coolant or Water? If you are trying to figure out if your Subaru Legacy … Read more

Subaru Legacy:  Oil On Spark Plug Causes

If you’ve found oil on your Subaru Legacy’s spark plug, it should be a cause for concern. It doesn’t necessarily indicate a major engine problem.  When there is oil on the spark plugs is usually caused by a bad valve cover gasket or O-Ring (overhead cam engines).  There can be other causes as well. Any … Read more

Subaru Legacy:  Bad Wheel Bearing Noise Diagnosis

If your Subaru Legacy is making a high pitched noise or hum, it could be a sign of a bad wheel bearing.  There are several different vehicular components that can make a squeal or hum.  That’s why it is important to know the other warning signs of a  bad bearing before just going in and … Read more

Subaru Legacy: Brake Sticking → Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Subaru Legacy’s braking system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  If it does not work properly, it can put you in a situation where you can be injured or killed.  There are quite a few different situations that can cause a caliper to stick. Subaru Legacy Brakes Sticking Symptoms Smell– … Read more

Subaru Legacy:  Radiator Fan Not Working Diagnosis

Your Subaru Legacy‘s radiator fan has one of the most important jobs on the vehicle.  It is the last line of defense between you and an overheating engine.  If the radiator fan is not working, it’s a serious problem. Just because the radiator fan is not on does not mean that it is not working. … Read more

Subaru Legacy: Signs of Alternator Problems

One of the most critical engine components in your Subaru Legacy is the alternator. If you suspect that you have alternator problems, it’s something that should be dealt with before you end up stranded somewhere. Your Legacy’s battery will not be able to keep the accessories and engine systems running for long without a properly … Read more

Subaru Legacy Stuck in Park: Causes & How to Fix

If your Subaru Legacy is stuck in Park, the odds are that you’re not stranded.  We’ve made this guide to quickly help you get back on the road if your car doesn’t shift into gear.  Most vehicles with an automatic transmission have a linkage that connects the gear selector to the transmission. Recently, more vehicles … Read more

Subaru Legacy Stalling → Causes & Diagnosis

One of the most common issues your Subaru Legacy is likely to develop is a stalling problem.  The most challenging part of diagnosing a stalling problem is reproducing the conditions that led to the stall in the first place.  Stalls can happen at any time, and it can be incredibly jarring when it does happen. Before … Read more