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To program late model Subaru keys you need various codes (learn and immobilizer...etc.). One of the codes comes in a small, rectangular sized, silver dongle on your keychain when you purchase your car. The other code is dealer specific. I don't know of any alternatives. Good luck!

Welcome fellow female brat owner! I have an '86, I'm a Subaru nut, and I'm a girl Lovely Brat you've picked up!

I believe 3.6 takes 5w30 oil as opposed to the 0w20 that Subaru has in many of its 2012 models... so it doesn't have the (generally minor) oil consumption problem that the foresters and imprezas...etc. have been having. According to Subaru, there are select vehicles that have turned up with problems involving the sun roof, and some oil seepage at the HG on the B2 \ left side of engine (ones with VIN C*285416), but nothing crazy. The 3.6 drives so very nicely in my opinion.

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holy crap.. are those all hers?!

Is this something I could do without any shelter? That's my chief concern. I have nowhere to put her while in process. I would want to sand off the old paint first... it's all sorts of splotchy and messed up. I definitely don't need showroom perfect though. Just something that won't let rust through. I have zero experience painting. How long do you think it might take a first timer? From what I've already started reading... a few days at least. I found this... - http://www.instructables.com/id/Paint-Your-Car-With-Rustoleum/ looking through it I may try it with the hood first.

Putting in a new accelerator cable this coming weekend.... the old one is getting frayed and sticky. Besides that, nothing new Hopefully I'll have some money together to paint her soon!

Loving it! Thanks for posting. Your brat is awesome!!!!

congrats and welcome!

congrats! Looking forward to more photos... build...etc

One of the common sources of ABS problems are wheel speed sensors..., but it's impossible to tell without getting a code/looking the vehicle over. Also, I believe you should unplug your test plugs.... they're meant to be disconnected while doing regular driving.

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Awesome ride! Looking forward to more. Welcome

Gorgeous!!!!

Welcome, weebee! We looking forward to helping you get acquainted with your new soobie!

Most likely, you are running into the problem with the new 0W-20 oil that they are using now (Toyota is having the same problem as well), as opposed to the 5W-30 that used to be stock. The thinner oil, which was chosen for fuel efficiency, is having consumption problems. Definitely take it to the dealer. There is an oil consumption test that they can do to determine how to fix the problem. Would be interested to know your result. In a few cases, Subaru has replaced the engine/done an overhaul.

Cool car! Welcome to the board!!

I had this issue of random misfires that would come and go with my 02 Impreza WRX and it turned out that the air inlet between the MAF/air filter and the throttle body was creased where it met one or the other (I forgot which). I ended up finding the problem when I went to replace the engine air filter. It's pretty far off the mark based on what other people are saying, but I'm just throwing it out there in case it might help.

What sort of technical information are you looking for specifically? Just how it works in general? Or?

Hi, and welcome!!!

I ordered some new inner tie rods to install in my '02 WRX, as the current ones have a good bit of play. Looking forward to a better steering experience!

Another piece of advice... strange, but true. If you really want an easier in, move to the deep south. If you can stand up straight, show up for work and have a valid driver's licence, you're gold down here But really, I'm not kidding about that. I find it's much easier to get hired down here, as there is a serious lack of good, solid, educated people who are also good employees. As for tools, I'd add a nice set of wrenches to your collection, and also various pliers, various types of oil filter wrenches, a few socket extensions, screw drivers, and a tire pressure gauge (I invested in a good one from the get-go cause I knew I'd be doing a lot of it). Lastly, you'll also want a set of impact sockets and an air impact gun for tire work (you'll be doing a lot of that too at the start =p). That's pretty much what I started with and I've added to it as time has gone by (usually after I have to borrow something twice, I add it to my list to get). Congrats on your grades. Like someone else mentioned above, get to know your professor by showing genuine intersest and humility (very important in this field =P). Many automotive instructors have been in a field for a long time, and know people who might be hiring. Ask him if he knows anyone, even if it's just a porter job, and if he's willing to give you a recommendation.

I'm a female tech with about a year experience in a shop (6 months as a lube tech, and I've been a tech for about 6 months now). Firstly, I second what everyone else said. Go and talk to people face to face. Also, show them you've got grit and you're willing to 'put in the hours' (meaning put up with lots of frustration as you work through things you've never seen before, low pay at first, working through difficult things and not giving up, having a good learning attitude...etc.) I was originally a high school language teacher who fooled around with cars a bit in my spare time (and washing parts and holding flashlights for a vw restoration shop), and after being fed up with the education system, decided to see if I could get into the automotive repair business. I started by going from dealership to dealership and saying I wanted to become a tech, was interested in working on cars, told them what I had already done, and asked if they had a position. I got a lube tech position within two weeks. As far as I understand, and in my own experience, classroom work (even with a shop), will only get you so far. Even in my short time as a tech, I have seen people who have all the book work done, but were stummped when it came to the actuall physical work. Even the ASE certifications require 2 years of experience before you can take the tests. There's nothing that will compare to hands on experience. Dealer vs. small shop: I've worked for two dealers. One was dishonest and smarmy and withheld pay to mention a few. The other (the one where I'm currently at), has a lot more integrity, works with my skill level and makes sure that I have the opportunity to learn and grow. Although my title is officially 'technician', I see myself as an apprentice. Hardly a job goes by when I'm not asking the more experienced techs questions. A lot of the jobs I take on are things I haven't ever done before, and usually I give a more experience tech part of the commission hours I'm paid for the job to walk me through it. That's one thing you'll have to get used to... I found it tough to make money in the beginning (and still sometimes do). Even with hands on experience, your education at work in a shop is not free. If you don't know something and another tech has to do substantial work to help you, be prepared to give him some of your hours on that job. The shop I am currently at is small though, and I do recommend starting at a smaller shop, whether it's dealer or independent. Re tools: no one expects you to come in with everything, But they will expect you to have the basics. Any more experienced tech who's not an a-hole will lend you a tool from time to time. My rule of thumb is, if I have to borrow it more than twice, I put it on my list of things to buy. I also always make sure to return them promptly and in good condition. How long you'll have to be at the 'oil change' level depends on a few things, but mainly I think it's your motivation, your attitude, and your shop managers trust in you. I left my job as a lube tech because I'd had enough of it after 6 months and wanted to learn more. I looked (not very hard, because the first place I looked turned out to be awesome) for a new place that would let me learn and grow and invest in me as a tech (while I invested in myself by wanting to learn and taking constructive critisism with a smile). One thing I've noticed about the automotive industry is that it's not full of the 'professional' b.s that comes with a lot of corporate office jobs. People come and go (at least around here), for a million different reasons and it's less likely that someone will hold that against you. Of course ther are also the guys who have been around at one shop for 2384029348 years too. But my adivce is if you get a job somewhere, and you feel you're not working to your potential after 6 - 12 months as a lube tech, go where someone is willing to give you a chance and prove them right! Regarding what the guy at Mercedes said, it may or may not be true. Sometimes they will start you as a porter...etc. and THEN become a lube tech. It all depends on the place. I think the higher end the car you work with, the harder it is to move up. Lastly, good luck and keep us updated!

I love it! There's something about those little cars doing their thing that just makes my heart soar!