2000outback Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 I know it's been discussed a thousand times but when I search the threads, other engine sizes and stuff get mixed up with the topic so here goes.I have a 2000 Outback 2.5 with approx. 170000 kms.I understand the the timing belt should be done. I would like to have a list of the other things that should be done at the same time to give to my mechanic so it gets done the right way the first time. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hohieu Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 1)Timing Belt 2)Check Idler Pullies (3) and t-belt tensioner for leaking grease and abnormal play -- at this mileage, usually only the toothed idler ever presents a problem. 3)Cam Seals and Front Crank Seal 4)Oil Pump o-ring (reseal w/ Permatex Ultra-Gray RTV) Reseal oil pump and make sure that screws haven't backed out -- mine were fine so I left them alone. 5)Alternator Belt 6)A/C Belt 7)Water pump 8)Thermostat 9)coolant conditioner as per Subaru recommendation (Part# SOA635071 in the US but is rebadged Holt's RadWeld) 10) The lower timing belt cover gasket -- sometimes gets swelled when it comes in contact with oil and should be replaced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2000outback Posted August 23, 2006 Author Share Posted August 23, 2006 Thanks so much.I just found out that the belt was done on this car at 100,000 kms.So this belt has approx. 70,000 kms or 35,000 miles.It should be good for a while yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcupine73 Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Great list hohieu! Don't want that timing belt to snap in that engine, because bad things will happen. (i.e. be sure it really was replaced at 100,000km. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2000outback Posted August 23, 2006 Author Share Posted August 23, 2006 The dealership where it was done is faxing me the car's service history. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcupine73 Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Excellent! That's about as good a record as can be obtained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2000outback Posted August 24, 2006 Author Share Posted August 24, 2006 Excellent! That's about as good a record as can be obtained. Just got the work order from dealership.They did head gaskets,timing belt,timing belt tensioner,thermostat,an undercoating recall, coolant conditioner recall and a A/F ratio sensor recall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcupine73 Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Wow that's pretty sweet that you have new head gaskets so you shouldn't have to worry about those things going nutty on you down the road. Looks like maybe only things to do would be change ATF and diff gear oils if haven't been done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hohieu Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Just got the work order from dealership.They did head gaskets,timing belt,timing belt tensioner,thermostat,an undercoating recall, coolant conditioner recall and a A/F ratio sensor recall. Sounds good -- the only items from the list to watch out for are: #5,6, & 7 It's too bad they didn't change the H20 pump while they were in there. If the water pump bearing seizes, the top end of your engine is toast. Most people replace them at 105K when they do their timing belt service, even if they're still good because they generally won't make it past 150K miles or 240,000 kms. Nontheless, pumps usually give you some warning before they fail -- just keep an ear out for odd (bearing) noises coming from the front of your engine. Water pumps also have a weep hole that will allow coolant to seep out when the bearing seals begin to fail, which also gives some warning of impending failure, but the coolant conditioner will prevent this from happening. You might consider a low/non silicate/phosphate the next time you replace the coolant, which will extend the life of bearing seals. Alternator and AC belts are easy and inexpensive to replace -- @$20 USD and 15 minutes. They should be tightened after about 500 miles or 800 kms of service. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2000outback Posted May 28, 2008 Author Share Posted May 28, 2008 What do you think of this kit.It is now time to do the belt so I was thinking of this kit plus the seals and waterpump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVOthis Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 it prob. wouldnt hurt to do the upper and lower rad. hoses while the system is drained.....especially if any of the seals are leaking....(my cam seal was leaking pretty bad and my lower hose was swelled up like a sausage) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2000outback Posted May 28, 2008 Author Share Posted May 28, 2008 I guess my question should have read ,does anyone have a problem with the quality of the parts in this kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OB99W Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 What do you think of this kit.It is now time to do the belt so I was thinking of this kit plus the seals and waterpump. I guess my question should have read ,does anyone have a problem with the quality of the parts in this kit? What kit are you referring to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcupine73 Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 Hm that's a good question. I just assumed it meant the ebay timing belt kits but the thread doesn't actually say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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