How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a Subaru Impreza?
Subaru Impreza Timing Belt Replacement costs $695 on average.
| Car | Service | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Subaru ImprezaH4-2.5L Turbo | Service typeTiming Belt Replacement | Estimate$1381.29 |
| 2001 Subaru ImprezaH4-2.2L | Service typeTiming Belt Replacement | Estimate$995.49 |
| 2006 Subaru ImprezaH4-2.5L | Service typeTiming Belt Replacement | Estimate$988.23 |
How long does it take to change a timing belt on a Subaru?
The nearest Subaru dealership quoted a time of 3 hours to replace the belt. Two other garages said the same thing. One garage said on a Subaru that’s a big job and would take about 13 hours.
How much does it cost to change a timing belt on a Subaru?
Replacing a timing belt in your Subaru Outback can be a fairly costly repair. Typically, you’re going to be paying somewhere between $550 and $1,000 to get a timing belt replaced in a Subaru Outback. The average price hovers around $700.
What happens if the timing belt breaks on a Subaru?
Engine Stalls And May Not Start If the timing belt breaks completely, there’ll be no connection between the engine’s driveshaft and camshaft(s) and the engine will stall and won’t be able to start. The timing system operates the engine valves — without it, the engine simply can’t get going.
How do I know if my timing belt has been changed Subaru?
However, if you were to remove the timing cover on either side (a relatively simple task) and look at the markings on the belt, you could tell if it was a genuine Subaru belt or some other brand. If the latter, then the belt has been changed. You may have to rotate the engine to bring a label into view.
What year did Subaru stop using timing belts?
Since 2013, all Subaru engines have been equipped with timing chains rather than belts – except for the high-performance Subaru WRX and WRX STI. The WRX got one more year with a timing belt in 2014, and the WRX STI still uses a timing belt to this day.
What year did Subaru fix the head gasket problem?
After 2009, newer models using the EL25 2.5-liter engine should have far fewer head gasket problems because Subaru started using a multi-layered steel cylinder-head gasket. Starting in 2012, reports say the Japanese automaker redesigned the 2.5-liter engine in the Forester and Outback and has fixed the problem.
Which Subaru engines to avoid?
Subaru 2.5-L Turbo Four Cylinder Owners of 2009-14 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI models have launched a class-action lawsuit, alleging the pistons and PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) systems in the high-performance 2.5-L turbocharged engines may overheat or malfunction, requiring a king’s ransom in repairs.
What is the longest a timing belt has lasted?
On average you can expect a timing belt to last 60,000 miles to 100,000 miles. This will change based on the make, model, and year of your vehicle. Every manufacturer has their specific recommended years or mileage to replace the belt.
How long can you go without changing timing belt?
As a general rule of thumb, roughly 75,000 to 100,000 miles or 7–10 years (whichever comes first) is a reasonable replacement interval with minimal risk. Some cars may have a longer or shorter interval. You can play the odds and go longer if you’re feeling lucky.