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I've gotten pretty consistent advice about how to store my 2000 Outback outdoors for 9 months while being overseas but two exceptions are: 1) whether or not to start up a car while it's being stored. While I don't have anyone planning on driving it (going to take off insurance other than comprehensive), one car guy said it might still be helpful to have the car started up once a month to run for 5-10 minutes, just to lubricate and get everything warmed up in the engine. Is this correct? 2) If I'm storing the car on an uneven surface (driver's side wheels might be a few inches higher than passenger side because of the uneven surface of my driveway) is this going to cause me problems? I've been told that generally, for only 9 months, I don't need to worry about the tires that much. But would this be bad for the suspension at all? Any other thoughts are welcomed. This car will be stored outside in Portland, OR. So far, I've just been told to make sure the coolant is sufficient, the oil is changed before I go and that the gas is next to empty. Thanks!!

I have a 2000 Outback which I will be storing for 9 months while overseas- I live in Portland, Oregon and wonder if there are any other recommendations for preparing the car so that it doesn't rot while I'm away. It will be stored outside. Here's what I've been told so far: 1- change the oil right before storage 2- Make sure the coolant is sufficient for winter 3- disconnect the battery 4- clean out the car well, try a bar of soap inside to discourage mice as well as rat poison under the hood 5- cover the car with a tarp or car cover 6- cover the tires which will be in the sun 7- put some sort of stabilizer in the gas tank (recommendations on brand?) Anything else? The car will be in my driveway so my tenant will be able to keep an eye on it but I wasn't planning on having it driven. Is there anything else I need to do to prevent condensation or other problems? Is not driving the car for 9 months going to be harmful to the seals or any other part of the car? thanks so much!