NHTSA — Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Gasoline: Belts And Associated Pulleys Problems

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1997 Subaru Outback engine problems

engine problem

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1997 Subaru Outback Owner Comments

problem #1

May 152002

Outback 4WD

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Crank/cam/oil pan silicone seals faileds early in vehicle life. Also, alternator belt fell off, main pulley broke, center of pulley badly worn, and valves bent on cylinder #2. $635 to replace seals, $415 to replace main pulley, and $1107 to replace valves.

- Kersey, CO, USA

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