50000 K service

[Steve]

Got a 2012 wrx coming up for a 50000 km service. I’ve been told this is quite a major service? Can anyone tell me what this involves?

[Loren]

According to google:

 

• Replace engine oil, filter and drain plug washer
• Inspect and adjust all drive belts to factory specifications
• Inspect and ensure cooling fan is operating within factory specifications
• Replace transmission fluid with Subaru High Performance Fluid
• Check to ensure air conditioning and heating systems are operating within factory specifications
• Rotate tires, inspect tread wear and check and adjust tire pressure as needed
• Perform brake system inspection; pads and/or drums, lines, hoses and fluid
• Inspect suspension system and steering components to ensure factory specifications
• Service battery, clean terminals, install anti-corrosion pads and check battery condition
• Inspect wiper blades and linkage operation
• Lubricate all door, trunk and hood latches and hinges if needed
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
• Replace front and rear differential fluid
• Inspect radiator and cooling system
• Adjust emergency brake to within factory specifications if needed
• Replace air filter element
• Inspect steering operation, tie rod ends and steering rack guides per factory specifications
• Inspect all engine and transmission mounts
• Inspect and adjust all fluid levels as needed
• Check all interior and exterior lighting operation
• Replace brake fluid
• Install premium fuel additive (dealer recommended)
• Factory trained technician to conduct road test

[Individualities]

Doesn't sound like too major of a service, bar replacing the trans, diff and brake fluids.

Probably a good time for them (the servicer) to replace your cabin air filter too.

[Gripless]

That gearbox fluid is priced like gold and takes a lot to fill up.

[Individualities]

28 minutes ago, Gripless said:

That gearbox fluid is priced like gold and takes a lot to fill up.

 

Only takes 3.5L, which isn't a whole lot. The 6 speed takes around 4L.

My local Subaru Specialist does't use the proper Subaru stuff, they use Castrol oils, since it's a lil bit cheaper, and what Subaru recommends.

But yes, the oil itself is expensive. IIRC, I spent around $160 on two 2.5L bottles of the Penrite Pro Gear 75-90W. Did my rear diff and trans.

[Loren]

$200 for 4 litres of good fully synthetic oil... motul gear 300 or similar... only $120 if you go for motul motylgear 75w90... which will be more than good enough.