Subaru Exhaust System Maintenance: Enhancing Efficiency and Sound

A Subaru inspection is a comprehensive check on your vehicle's most essential systems to ensure they're in good working condition. As your Los Angeles Subaru dealer, we want to tell you more about this type of inspection and how it enhances the performance and longevity of your vehicle. more What's Checked During an Inspection? A Subaru multi-point inspection checks a large number of systems and components that are divided into three major areas. These areas are interior/exterior, under-hood checkup, and under-vehicle checkup. We'll take a closer look at the systems our technicians will examine. Interior/Exterior Components checked in this area include the front and rear headlamps, windshield and rear wipers, the windshield, horn, cabin air filter, and the spare tire. Under-Hood Checkup Numerous fluids are checked, including the power steering fluid, oil, transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid. In addition, the oil filter, engine air filter, belts, hoses, and battery are all examined. Under-Vehicle Checkup This section covers a range of systems affecting drivability, including the brake pads, the front and rear axle boots, the front and rear differentials, the suspension, shocks, struts, and the exhaust system. Benefits of an Inspection Now that you know what an inspection involves, let's talk about some of the benefits of regular inspections. Safer Driving When you're on the road, you want the peace of mind of knowing your Subaru is in good condition. When your Subaru is new, it's in perfect shape. As time passes, time, road conditions, environmental factors, and other issues cause wear and tear. Your tires, for example, gradually wear down due to friction with the surface but will suffer additional, avoidable damage if you have an alignment or tire balance issue. We examine and test numerous safety-related systems, including the brakes, seat belts, and airbags. If we discover an issue, we advise you on the condition of the component or system and when it needs replacement. If any system is damaged, we can repair it for you. Reduce Repair Costs A multi-point inspection enables our technicians to examine every important system in your vehicle. Our Subaru-trained technicians are experts, and their comprehensive training and practical repair experience allow them to identify potential issues when they first appear. A small issue, like slight wear on the transmission pan gasket, is a sign the gasket is wearing out. Replacing the gasket will prevent a leak and potentially major damage to the transmission from a fluid leak. Fixing minor issues is quick and inexpensive and prevents them from developing into major and expensive problems. If you'd like to know more about the inspection process or to book a Subaru inspection, contact our service department today at Puente Hills Subaru in City of Industry, CA.

The fuel system is an essential part of your Subaru, as blockages or problems in the system can cause various issues ranging from rough starting to failing to start at all. In addition, components like sensors can fail and cause engine damage. As your Los Angeles Subaru dealer, we want to tell you more about how we perform a fuel system service and the signs that one is necessary. more How Fuel Delivery Works Fuel is securely stored in the fuel tank. When your engine is running, the fuel is pumped by the fuel pump through the fuel lines to the fuel injectors. On the way, it passes through the fuel filter, which traps dirt or other contaminants, preventing them from reaching the engine. Once the fuel reaches the fuel injectors, sensors determine the precise amount of fuel that must be squirted into the intake manifold. Inside the manifold, the fuel mixes with air in a precise 14:1 ratio monitored by other sensors. Once the two elements have thoroughly mixed, the mixture is drawn into the cylinders. Inside a cylinder, the mixture is compressed and then ignited by the spark plugs at a precise moment to produce combustion. Cleaning the Fuel System As time passes, the fuel filter can become blocked by contaminants, restricting fuel delivery and reducing engine performance and acceleration. Carbon and other substances can build up in the system and block the fuel lines or the injectors. Let's look at the steps our Subaru-trained technicians take to fix all these issues. Clean Injectors As we saw above, the injectors spray fuel into the intake manifold in precise amounts. We carefully clean all the injectors to remove any fuel residue or build-up and clear any blockages in the injectors. Clean the Throttle Body Fuel varnish can accumulate and jam the fuel throttle. This varnish is the gummy residue of decaying fuel. Many drivers don't know this, but fuel degrades if it's left in the gas tank. Once the throttle has been cleaned, it will control the airflow into the manifold again. Clean the Valves This step is just as important as cleaning the throttle body, as the valves control fuel access into the injectors. Once they've been cleaned, the correct amount of fuel will pass through to the injectors. Change the Fuel Filter As we saw above, the fuel filter can become clogged. This restricts fuel delivery and can lead to engine trouble. After the filter has been changed, we add a fuel additive to your fuel tank. This additive continues to circulate through the fuel system and helps keep it clean. Contact us today at Puente Hills Subaru in City of Industry, CA. We can help you get your fuel system running smoothly again.

We all love the California sunshine, but some days can still get too hot, and you need relief. That's when your Subaru's AC comes to the rescue with billowing waves of cold air. Unfortunately, AC components can wear out or get damaged over time, and this affects its performance. As your Los Angeles Subaru dealer, we want to tell you more about some signs you need to visit us for an AC service. more Leaking Refrigerant Refrigerant is gas that's pumped through the AC system to remove humidity from the air and chill it before it's blown into your cabin. Sharp objects thrown up from the surface, rust, or worn seals can cause a leak in the AC system, and refrigerant will rapidly escape. It's almost impossible to see a leak, as the gas evaporates as soon as it's exposed to the air. Our technicians have specialized tools to detect a leak. We insert a UV dye into the AC system and then follow its progress through the AC using a special UV detector. Once we spot the leak source, we'll seal it and then refill your refrigerant. Your AC will blow cold air again in no time. Jammed Compressor Clutch The compressor is one of the components of the AC system and arguably the most important. It's responsible for pushing air through the system and condensing liquid refrigerant back into a gas to remove the water absorbed by the refrigerant. The clutch regulates the compressor's operation by switching it on and off throughout the chilling process. An old, worn clutch can fail and jam in an open or closed position. If the clutch jams open, the compressor is forced to operate continually and will wear itself out in the process. A clutch that jams closed prevents the compressor from activating, and your AC won't supply any air. Our technicians will examine the clutch and replace it to fix this problem. Noisy AC You shouldn't hear any sound from the AC while it's working except for a slight clicking sound at regular intervals as the compressor switches on and off. Even this sound can be difficult to detect unless you're listening to it. If you hear rusting, rattling, clunking, or other odd sounds from the AC, it's time to visit us for an AC check. Rustling noises are usually caused by leaves or other objects drawn into the AC system with the air and dumped in the air ducts. Clunking or rattling sounds could mean damaged AC bearings or loose components. We'll investigate your AC and remove the debris or repair the damaged component, and your AC will work quietly again. If you have an AC problem, contact us right away at Puente Hills Subaru in City of Industry, CA. We’ll help get your AC working right again, so you can stay cool when you’re on the road.