What year Focus RS head gasket issues?
What year Focus RS head gasket issues?
The program covers all Focus RS vehicles built between August 3, 2015 and July 6, 2017.
Are there any recalls on Subaru head gaskets?
Though there was never an official Subaru head gasket recall, the problem is pervasive enough where it can be expected that certain original head gaskets will fail between 100,000 and 150,000 miles (160-241k kilometers).
When is a head gasket failure bad news?
A head gasket failure is bad news, very bad news, and will require immediate attention. A head gasket can fail in a number of different ways (coolant leak, oil leak, loss of compression), some of which we told you about recently, and all of which are bad news for the engine.
Where can I get a head gasket replacement?
Every Haynes manual walks you through the process of head gasket replacement as part of the ‘cylinder head removal and refitting’ procedure. Find your print and online manual here and save yourself hundreds of pounds. Prevention is much better than cure when it comes to head gaskets.
How can you tell if you have a head gasket leak?
If you notice a thick cloud of white smoke out of the exhaust that persists after initial startup, you probably have a head gasket leak. However, just because you don’t notice excessive white smoke doesn’t mean you’re leak free. Does the underside of your oil cap look like black coffee or a Starbucks Frappuccino?
Though there was never an official Subaru head gasket recall, the problem is pervasive enough where it can be expected that certain original head gaskets will fail between 100,000 and 150,000 miles (160-241k kilometers).
What are the models that have head gasket problems?
The breakdown of the affected models are the Subaru Forester from 1999-2010, Impreza from 1999 to 2011, Outback from 2000-2011, Legacy from 2000-2009, and Baja from 2003-2005. The wide range of Subaru head gasket problems means that numerous models have engine issues.
Is it bad to have a blown head gasket?
The leak wasn’t too bad, so damage is minimal. Driving with a blown head gasket is not advisable. The longer the issue persists, the worse it gets. Driving with leaky head gaskets will ultimately cause more engine damage and a higher repair bill in the long run.
If you notice a thick cloud of white smoke out of the exhaust that persists after initial startup, you probably have a head gasket leak. However, just because you don’t notice excessive white smoke doesn’t mean you’re leak free. Does the underside of your oil cap look like black coffee or a Starbucks Frappuccino?
