groundhog

My quest continues and I did find a unit in a wrecker's yard which is under warranty. However it's a small change in part number so I've asked Subaru NZ and Fujitsu if there are compatible. I'll be pleasantly surprised to get any response ! Part number of original unit: 86271AL270 - replacement cost 11,500 (WTF) Found via wrecker: 86271AL240 - cost $300 🙂

I have a 2017 Subaru 3.6R with the Starlink unit. GPS failed (Satellite receives signal but does not show the correct location) and now the screen is failing with visible grid lines and degrading touch responsivity - apparently a common problem. Main dealer quoted me a fantastic $11,500 to replace which is $1000 more than than the very nice BMW my son just bought and the reason I will sadly not buy a third Subaru. I've had the unit inspected by a good car electirc specialist and it's not repairable. Any recommendations for an after-market replacement unit that would integrate with the steering wheel controls. I'm not bothered about GPS as this Starlink UI is pretty grim anyway.

I need a qualified vehicle assessor who can provide a second opinion on a Subaru 2013 Outback, relating to a known oil consumption problem. The engine is completely dismantled and available for inspection. The engine has 66,000 km and an oil consumption test showed 1 litre in 2000km, expected was 0.25. On strip down, I have been told the consumption is due to damage as the second service was missed so the oil was not changed until effectively the 3rd service interval. I hold my hands up to the late service but oil was always topped up with correct grade oil. I have a colossal estimate for the repair which Subaru have so far refused to cover under warranty (the high oil consumption was reported during the warranty period). So I need an expert second opinion to determine if the fault is really due to the late oil change or, at least in part, could have been exacerbated by the known issue with piston ring coatings in this 2013 2.5 Outback engine model.