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Top 12 Most Asked Subaru Questions



Wondering what that symbol on your dashboard means? Curious about twin-scroll turbocharger technology? We have your answers! Here are the Top 12 Most Frequently Asked Subaru Questions:


This provides a handy key-to-symbols from the Subaru Owner's Manual.

Referred to as the "Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light or the Coolant Temperature High Warning Light" in…
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What is Crash Avoidance Technology? | Does Subaru EyeSight Have Crash Avoidance?

 
 
Subaru, with the EyeSight System, is the only car out of 74 tested to avoid a collision at 25 mph
 
 
 
In an article from TorqueNews describing the new IIHS safety rating for crash avoidance, David Flierl states that "the 2013-2014 Subaru Legacy sedan and 2013-2014 Outback crossover scored the highest in a new IIHS safety rating and they use a safety system called EyeSight that is better than all the competition."

"How can a small automaker…

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How Has Subaru Improved Vehicle Safety? What Are The New Safety Features on Subaru Vehicles?



Safety Drives Subaru Design: Safety Features of Subaru Vehicles

Control and Braking

Along with the traction that Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive gives you, Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), a stability control system, automatically senses steering and braking inputs to help keep the vehicle on the driver's intended path. The VDC system also includes an all-wheel all-speed traction control system.

In stopping situations, the Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS) pulses braking power to help prevent wheel lockup. Electronic…

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What Type of Suspension Do Subaru Vehicles Have? How Does the Subaru Suspension System Work?



What Type of Suspension Does A Subaru Have? | How Does The Subaru Suspension System Work?

 

4-Wheel Independent Suspension

Subaru suspensions are designed for ground clearance and dynamic balance to handle whatever the road throws at you.  Whether you're looking for the sporty handling and dynamic cornering of the Subaru WRX, or the extra ground clearance of the Subaru Outback or Forester that allows for smooth handling on and off the road, the 4-wheel independent…
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What is a Twin Scroll Turbocharger? | New Subaru Forester Turbo Has Twin Scroll Turbocharger


What is a Twin-Scroll Turbocharger? | The New 2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT has Twin Scroll Turbocharger| How Does Twin Scroll Turbo Work?

As the newly redesigned 2014 Subaru Forester makes its debut, along with the Forester 2.5i model comes its turbocharged twin: The 2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT. This Forester 2.0XT runs a 2.0 liter 4 cylinder twin-scroll turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine.


Two Turbocharged models available: The 2.0XT Premium and 2…
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What is a Certified Pre Owned Subaru? | What Makes a Subaru a Certified Subaru?


What is a Certified Pre Owned Subaru? | What Makes A Subaru A Certified Subaru?  

   

It all starts with a Subaru and love. A Subaru that has been gently cared for, with low miles, and has been serviced regularly is the main ingredient in the Certified Subaru recipe. We then take this beloved Subaru and give it a thorough 152-point inspection by one of our Subaru Certified Technicians or Subaru Certified Master Technicians. After the vehicle…

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How Do I Change A Flat Tire In My Subaru?

How Do I Change a Flat Tire In My Subaru? | Subaru Tire-Changing Safety Tips | What Tools Do I Need to Change A Flat Tire?

With the new 2013 Subaru models came several revisions to the Subaru Owner's Manuals. Among the updates are several "How To" sections, including how to change your oil and how to change a flat tire.  The information below comes directly from the 2013 Subaru Outback/Legacy Owner's Manual. (Find…
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What Do Shocks and Struts Do?

 
What Do Shocks and Struts Do? | How Do Shocks and Struts Work? | How Do You Know if Shocks and Struts Need Replacement? 
 

 

What Are Shocks and Struts?

 

Shocks and struts influence the control and handling characteristics of your vehicle while holding the tires to the road. They control the action of the spring to resist bottoming out -- like when you hit a pothole -- and keep the movement of the springs under control when they rebound…

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What is a Powertrain? What is Lifetime Powertrain Protection?

What is a Powertrain? | What is the Lifetime Powertrain Protection Plan? | What is covered by my Stanley Subaru Lifetime Powertrain Protection Plan? Let's Ask the Subaru Experts:

 

 

First, a refresher course in automotive parts and pieces: A vehicle's powertrain is made up of the engine, transmission, transfer case, differentials, and drive axles. Essentially, the powertrain is the system that powers the car, and then transfers that power through to the wheels of the…

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What Is The Break-In Period for New Subarus? New Subaru Driving Tips

What is the Break-in Period For New Subaru Vehicles? | New Subaru Outback/Legacy Fuel Economy Hints | Subaru Outback Catalytic Converter Safety Tips | New Subaru Driving Tips 
All these topics are addressed in today's Technical Schmecnical Lesson 5!


New Vehicle Break-in Driving

- the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)The performance and long life of your vehicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these…
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How Does a Multi-Link Suspension Work? How Does a Multi-Link Suspension Differ From Fixed Rear Axle?

What is a Multi-Link Suspension? | How Does a Multi-Link Suspension Differ From a Fixed Rear Axle? | Advantages and Disadvantages of Both Systems | Stanley Subaru's Technical Schmecnical Lesson 4: Multi-Link Suspensions

As described by Steven Rupp of Popular Hot Rodding Magazine:

Suspension 101

In a perfect world, all the roads would be perfectly flat, without bumps, and suspensions wouldn't even be needed. But as we all know, that is far from reality. Once you…

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What is a Cabin Air Filter? Why Do I Need to Replace It?

Stanley Subaru's Technical Schmecnical Lesson 2: Cabin Air Filters| What is a Cabin Air Filter? | Why Do I Need it Replaced? Subaru vehicles are equipped with a HEPA filter system, located behind the glove box. The filter is responsible for filtering air that enters the cabin of the vehicle.Information from Saving Money Today and eHow on Replacing Cabin Air Filters in Subaru vehicles.
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