How to Replace Head Gaskets 00-09 Subaru Outback Wagon

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[@fishconsinlange8901]

Have you used the 30$ set from 1a auto yet? Have they been holding up? Well done video by the way, thank you!

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[@edwardmoody4253]

I'm a ASE MASTER TECH 40 years and i must say this young lady is one of the sharpest techs. I have seen in years she would put most guys to shame!!

[@ftnrbhmwk]

Big shoutout to the cameraman. Moving underneath the engine, over top of engine, in between small areas between the torque converter in the engine. You the man. Good video

[@billbrowning6]

One of the best instructional videos I've seen. No irritating music, no idle chatter not related to the subject. Easy to understand. Very informative. I learned a good bit. Thank you.

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[@grandrapids57]

FINALLY- a car repair video on something is in a shape that one actually sees and not in an unrealistically new condition.

[@teamster1997]

Thought I'd get a mechanics special Subaru that's for sale and it needs new head gaskets. Watched the video just to see how involved it is. More than I imagined. I was very impressed with the young lady that did the work. Lol, I don't think I'll be getting that car now. Great video! Thank you.

[@Engineerboy100]

You should have removed the radiator with the fans still attached. It's easier, faster, you'd have more room and you wouldn't risk hitting the radiator with the engine during removal. But you still did a very good job. I've been removing engines for 40 years.

[@chrischery2733]

This lady is a professional mechanic, this is a very big job, and wow! And to replace a heads gasket on the engine it's a massive job, and again you're a certified mechanic.

[@blancapauliukevicius2836]

Wow 😮I am So IMPRESSED with her knowledge, ease and grace of how she dismantled this engine and got it done with no help. Dannnnnggg my new heroine 🔥!! I am about to to sell my subie because of this issue… she. I decided to look up the process. Wow just wow!

[@michellek.5775]

Sue is The Best :) I love watching these videos from 1A. They are informational, instructional, helpful, and PEACEFUL (no crazy music or yelling !!). All of their Techs are pretty darn good. Thanks for everything.

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[@robertosaenz4635]

that's what im saying , I want her to teach me , her voice is sooo soothing ...

[@Jorde-u4u]

I was mesmerized watching this video, I wish every mechanic would make a video for prospective clients to watch, what better business card this Lady needs?! ❤❤❤🤗 🙏

[@sblagg527]

One of the best car repair videos I've seen on youtube. Everything well pointed out and explained. Great job

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[@rocamoca8218]

I agree

[@brianluck84]

I don't even own a Subaru but watched this entire video. Such a clean cut to the point and we'll articulated video. Good job

[@jsmith7338]

This video is a primary resource for my first head gasket job. The mechanic is a natural teacher, an unusual skill for a mechanic. I also appreciate the remote mic, the camera work and the editing. Well done! A suggestion is to add time markers in your Description to help us go right to the section that we are working on. I will research the 1A head gaskets. I need to know how they are constructed.

[@oldalaskan4097]

Awesome video. I have watched dozens of auto mechanic videos and this one is BY FAR the most professional, the most clear and the most well done instructional video I've ever seen. I'm 69 years old so not used to seeing women mechanics. Very impressive.

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[@JamesDoylesGarage]

As a motorsport Journalist , I'm an advocate of woman in all trades , especially Auto and Motorsports. But once given the opportunity, we would all expect excellence from anyone working on our car. And this lady Delivers ! Awesome job. I learned so much. Thank you.

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[@michaelalberson126]

Girl 👧 you are absolutely awesome you would make most men mechanics quite jealous of your skills. Extremely professional and it is quite obvious you have had excellent training. And your common sense is awesome. And I appreciate the fact that there was no inappropriate language. You stayed on task and did all procedures as they should have been done and replaced things like the exhaust mounting studs where it was necessary. You are one of the best mechanics I have ever seen man or woman.

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[@jltrack]

Buy Subaru Turbo OEM Multi-Layered Steel Head Gaskets (MLS). The gaskets1A auto sells is a composite which breaks down just like the old ones. Also it is absolutely necessary to have the head surfaced. Fel-Pro gaskets are fine for valve cover gaskets and Spark Plug seals, but it is really important to by OEM Subaru MLS Head gaskets if you don't want to have to do this project again in the near future.

[@jessfelty2131]

you mighty be forgetting to consider that the block was not machined. For a mls gasket you need a lower Ra (surface roughness) than a composite. I highly doubt the blocks Ra value would have been suitable for a mls gasket.

[@Nazareth69420]

At first glance I thought your PFP was a stormtrooper? I’m trippin

[@dreww47]

@@jessfelty2131 mls works fine

[@eliezerramosjr1017]

The thing is with the MLS gasket I’ve had SEENED issues with it seating correctly causing a compression/misfire down the line being it to thick but if it was machines more than once than I might see it working.

[@deniserobbins9180]

This lady is good,impressive good . She does great at explaining everything in great detail no babbling just straight to the point, right down to what each size bolts and nuts are. What every sensr and those and bracket and clip are and how to remove them. Finally a straight to the point in detail step by step. She's great!! thanks lady !!

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One of the best auto repair videos on KZbin. Great teaching, with just the facts, and great photography so that everything was clear.

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[@petejansen8098]

This in an excellent video. Extremely accurate. Great technician, easy to listen to throughout the job. Best automotive video I've ever seen and I've been in the biz for 35+ years. Thanks

[@troyferrara]

Thanks for the super useful video! But for anyone else using this as a DIY tutorial, here’s one thing to note: I would strongly advise against using emery cloth/sandpaper on the engine block head gasket surface. They leave aluminum oxide particles in the engine that can likely shorten its life span quite a bit, and they will also remove metal (you only want to be removing the old gasket material). Instead, first make sure to plug all the ports and holes on either side of the block where the heads go with lint-free rags or those disposable blue shop towels. Go back and forth between using disposable razors to gently scrape the surface, and brake cleaner or acetone on a shop towel to wipe away debris. Just make sure to not gouge the metal on the surface! Keep cleaning until only metal is left

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[@israeljohnson9951]

Wow! I was absolutely captivated this whole video. I know nothing about cars and recently I've been trying to learn little by little and I've done stuff on my car I never even thought I'd be capable of, and in comparison are minor no big deal things. I knew mechanics worked hard, but to watch a pro work and so efficiently and with such fluidity is a treat to say the least. Props to all mechanics for their dedication, skill set, knowledge, and know-how. GREAT VIDEO! 😳

[@jlt606]

I'm one hour and 20 mins in and I've NEVER owned a Subaru..... Well spoken and step by st directions she's excellent!

[@odiehernandez1272]

Don't buy one there a pain in the ass, lots of Subaru's r having this head gasket problem & I bet ain't sheep.

[@campbellsopamc]

She’s the only reason Ive pulled my motor with confidence without assistance!! Amazing job & camera person as well

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[@lindas1496]

Amazing knowledge right there. You lost me after removing Second bolt. Thank you for your video. I never knew just how much work goes into head gaskets.

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[@mrbeancounter90]

I love Sue. I am pretty sure my mum has never used they words "when I pull an engine" and "top dead centre"

[@charlesmaroon8819]

This is the BEST repair video I have ever watched. Cool, calm, and a sense of humor. Wish I had this level of knowledge.

[@brianallison5057]

Just finished this on a 2002 and only recomendation differing from hers is to wait to put manifould on untill bolting torque converter. Makes it MUCH easier to torque and start. Other than that, couldnt have done it without your video!

[@gregward330]

How long did it take you to do this repair?

[@jameskoralewski1006]

This lady did the best performance of changing a head gasket that I have ever seen, man or woman. She was very thorough and explained step by step what she was doing and why she was doing it. The only thing I would improve on it was the reinstallation of the battery and battery hold down. She cleaned the battery posts, and that was great and should be praised, but she didn't put a protectant, like "fluid film" on the posts to prevent future corrosion. The battery hold down also had a lot of corrosion on it and needed to have the corrosion removed and repainted to prevent future corrosion.

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[@fixitman21]

Great job! Good to see female techs out there!

[@mX-ip1wi]

fixitman21 let’s not be sexist here, whoever the person is , Would you tell a guy that he is a guy, don’t tell girl that she is a girl

[@rkgsd]

She probably participated with her dad or her brothers as a teenager.

[@billysmith5721]

no man wants to work on a Subaru basically its junk i don't like boxer engines timing chains and cvt give me a Toyota Tacoma

[@bucksnortbumblefuk6872]

@@mX-ip1wi what the crap are you talking about. Shes clearly a female, woman, girl etc. Nothing you or your flat earth buddy's can change about gender I.d. X and y, it's simple.

[@bucksnortbumblefuk6872]

@@mX-ip1wi and he didnt tell her she was a girl. Simply stated it's great to see girls wrenching. And it is.

[@phillgoode3343]

Less than 15 mins and she has the engine out! That's some NHRA stuff! Very impressive.

[@aguedoflorencejrjalin3742]

amazing manner of replacing gaskets.very professional and carefully done.keep safe always.hope to see more repairs.my first time to see a woman doing a man's work professionally.

[@MichaelChee-g5g]

Great job! I held my breathe at install of engine, cause she got close to the radiator. My advise is to either take the rad out or place a thin sheet of some sort between the radiator and the engine.

[@mds2465]

Subaru actually did issue an upgraded head gasket that supposedly fixes the common issue with the blowing head gaskets, so it's a good idea to make sure that the kit you're installing is in fact the same material of that of the upgraded head gasket for the boxster engine.

[@youlose88]

Boxer***

[@watchingdanny]

This is one of the best tutorial videos on KZbin. Great job. Very clear and methodical. Thank you.

[@ytwhite5930]

Great video.No music or any other distractions...You were paying attention when you learned to wrench,your attention to detail is outstanding. I liked that you called out the size of tool needed for each nut or bolt and called out torque specs.A buddy and I used to flip Subarus and I've done my share of head gaskets... We got out of it because it got to the point of doing them to EVERY car...The weak point of an otherwise great car.I'm sure that there is lots of owners out there that will get alot out of this video. Thanks and keep it up!

[@DJsMachineShed]

Great video, very helpful and informative. The only issue I have is a commonly misused term when working on Subaru's - aligning the timing marks on the timing belt does NOT set any piston at Top Dead Center - the pistons are actually set to the complete middle of the stroke for ALL 4 pistons when all the timing marks are aligned. You can see that when she pulls off the heads.

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[@alisdairolavhorgen2173]

This is easily the best/most thorough tutorial on the Subaru engine I have see. Just Awesome! My grandson is looking at doing exactly this on his 08 Outback. Thank you 😀👍.

[@estlhm805]

She is becoming one of the few favorite female mechanics on youtube I like watching, who knows what she is doing!

[@menelson45]

Wow that was great! Thank you for filming the entire process from disassembly to assembly, all the way to engine start. This makes the process a whole lot less intimidating.

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[@EddieLeal]

From what I found out on these cars the most commonly affected models w/ head gasket problems are the Impreza, the Legacy, and the Outback models between the years of 1999-2004. The main reason that they have the issues is because they share the 2.5-liter SOHC engine. Subaru head gasket problems have occured in the Forester, Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Baja in 2005. The engines, as she stated in the video, are boxer-style engines. These motors lay flat and the pistons move laterally, balancing weight accurately and quickly. They sit lower in the vehicle for an improved handling. HOWEVER, fluids have a likelihood to pool next to the head gaskets. This can cause acid in the fluids to erode the seals. There are various ways that you can decrease the chance of your head gasket failing when it comes to your Subaru cars. These tips can increase the lifespan of your Subaru, keep it working in a functioning condition, and prevent the head gasket problems. First, you need to change the engine oil on a regular basis. The combustion chamber in your car is where the compressed air fuel is met with a spark from the spark plug, which creates an explosion, and therefore, power. During the combustion process, not all of the fuel that enters the chamber is burnt. The fuel that isn’t burnt can mix with the engine oil, and the fuel that is a solvent can erode the seals and gaskets. Second, keep an eye on your Subaru’s battery in order to prevent a blown head gasket or head gasket problems. The battery is very close to the radiator and part of the electrical system in the car - this can influence the voltage in the cooling system, which might make coolant corrosive as a result. Third, you should start changing the coolant in your Subaru on a regular basis. The coolant can become corrosive and deteriorate seals and gaskets if you don’t change the coolant regularly. Fourth, make sure you are knowledgeable of the parts and services that have been implemented into your Subaru. For example, you should use spark plugs and specific parts that were designed for Subaru models. The combustion temperatures can be negatively affected by non original equipment, causing Subaru head gasket problems. Lastly, make sure that you have the vehicle inspected by someone who is a license and authorized Subaru specialist or technician. Bringing your car in to be checked by a specialist means that you can ensure you have the best care for your car, and that there will be a prevention of Subaru head gasket problems.

[@SinnerSince1962]

I don't want to sound sexist, but this lady is one hell of a mechanic. I've never seen a female that was so comfortable in all aspects of repairs. I've done a lot of automotive work, but she really knows her stuff.

[@sallysmiththechaosqueller9536]

Wow. I'm a woman who has been a copier tech for 33 years & I thought I was pretty knowledgeable but after watching you, I am truly humbled. I can see why many mechanics suggest getting a new engine because they aren't as good as Sue.

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[@Khg72]

I loved the torque wrench and tq specs on ever single bolt. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Aruba.

[@jackmorris2193]

This video was amazing, first time I've ever done a job this big and it went off without a hitch due to this video, my engine runs better than before and it's all thanks to Sue here! Thank you Sue and thank you A1 Auto!

[@erickmigiro7157]

She is awesome, brilliant, educating, perfect to tell all what is needed, no noise or shouts, serious business. She has that talent, gorgeous smart.

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[@moonlander03]

Cam shaft bolts can be loosened before removing belt and it’s much easier 👍👍👍👍

[@chrischery2733]

The battery strap supposed to go on the battery bracket, you know the thing that holds the battery from moving supposed to go under the battery strap, and after that pretty lady keep up the good work, and again you are a professional mechanic

[@uo2230]

I can see how a Subie w/ 100k or more that's 15 years old is headed to the junk yard as parts. There's a lotta time involved even if you do all the work you'll have to have the engine lift, etc. Very informative thx for the vid.

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[@chrisj197438]

As a man I have to say I am impressed. Sue you have my respect ✊

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[@BriansGarageUSA]

Much respect to the lady doing this job. Very impressed!

[@toddnovak5361]

Excellent job. I did my first Subaru engine major repair, and it turned out great with the help of this video!! I did not see the installation of the small shield between the lower engine and the front of the transmission (the one covering the flywheel, kind of sucked LOL). I also did not see the clicking in of the O2 sensors into the bracket by the RH head. No big deal there.

[@kayer7246]

My 2010 Subaru Outback has a possible blown head gasket and I honestly am on panic mode after being told that it will cost me an arm and a leg to get it fixed :( But after seeing this video I now understand how labor-intensive and how major-of-a-job this is which explains why it will cost a fortune. Thank you for educating me :) Loved this video!

[@btx5740]

2003 Subaru Forster X blown head gasket Dealership quote $2700

[@CreatorCorperation]

This actually helped me a great deal with an engine swap I just did. Thank you!

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[@dolihnajacob9933]

This video is too short, i still wanna watch..she’s awesome

[@andrewmvenegas]

Exceptional video. Truly like everything about it. Totally pro. I know you don’t have all the time in the world to clean off all the parts, but would like to hear about how pros would do things, even if you don’t show it being done. It would be worth the extra minute or two. Again, loved the video!

[@johngoodman1540]

I love it! When she stated at the beginning that "we are going to," my mind immediately went to "we"? So I was very pleasantly surprised when "she" began the process. I hope to see more of her, or other women just like her. Break them stereotypes!

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[@UhtredRagnarsson1949]

Hello Sue, greetings from the UK. I stumbled across this video, and I am very glad that I did. I just love your professionalism and calm demeanour. Keep 'em coming please.

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[@kennywhite8810]

The way she so calmly explains it is really impressive a great video that shows everything in real time great job

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[@jefferysimon]

The best car instructional video I have ever found. Really well done, start to finish.

[@austinsisney4393]

i love how she makes the video way better than a few other a1 people

[@ZimTachyon]

Sue is great. I look forward to more of these videos. Extremely useful and informative. Watch Sue for a few minutes, pause, work on car for a few hours, repeat. LOL

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[@kevinm5177]

Sue is the best. I was hoping she was doing this video. Great job on the Jeep JK 3.6 valve cover seals.

[@alfredojarillo3146]

Second time studying this, third time will be note taking, small details, torques, hose placements, tool gathering, parts etc. Feeling excited and ready for this! Thank you, 1A Auto!!

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[@bensautocrusades2001]

I’m planning on doing this job to my 04 Subaru Outback which is leaking anti freeze and engine oil from were the head meets the block ! Each time I watch this video the more confident and understand stand how to do it ! Thanks to 1 A Auto !

[@danielebrparish4271]

Did you replace them yet?

[@tienjoso630]

Had mine done at 73,000 and now it's leaking again at 130,000. Tech was probably not as knowledgeable, patient and solemn as this one. And she said she doesn't even usually work on these? Kick ass, dang...

[@supersabrosinho]

No it's a Subaru thing. No matter how meticulous you work, the gasket will leak again. Poorly designed engine

[@EddieLeal]

I was a general purpose mechanic in the Air Force from 2003 -2012. During my time at Mountain Home AFB I had the opportunity to work with female mechanic that was really good at her job. Looks alot like the mechanic in this video. Same hair style/size too. 😁

[@JamesBond-gb1do]

This is by far the best most clear and concise video I've seen to date about a nightmare job like Subaru head gasket replacement. Thank you very much for the step by step because here I go. 😱 🤪👍🇦🇺

[@samerawaragi3041]

Great video and I love the level of details you have put in. I have to also admit that this is by far for me is one of the best auto video I have ever seen for Subaru head gasket replacement. Thank you so much. I have couple of questions though? 1. Why you haven't used the OEM bolts if the head was not wrapped? 2.I am just not sure how reliable this head gasket compared to other types like the OEM, FELPRO and the six stars that most people recommend?. I would love to hear people that had tried this headgasket. After all this is the type of job you want to do once. 3. I don't see that tool to hold the camshaft and crankshaft from your list. Do you carry it?

[@KDD8]

1. OEM bolts were not used because it came as a full gasket set that 1A makes 2. 1A makes that head gasket I'd personally go with cometic or oem subi ones too 3. Just get one from your subi dealership

[@raynyhus2026]

Good question. This engine use torque to tells bolts. She did the finally tightening in degrees not lb/ft. The bolts stretch as their tightened. Subaru are easier than ford powered strokes, I had a 4 foot breaker bar to get that last 90 degrees.

[@lindas1496]

I recommended your videos to my grandsons...Amazing videos.👍🇨🇦❤️

[@glongSJK]

This was amazing to watch, she totally crushed it, great job all around. I was not bored at all.

[@thomasedwards3372]

That was very well done I feel confident enough to do that job. Now i just need a Subaru. You did an excellent job thank you. Keep up the good repair video's. I have found my Internet Mechanic :) . Bye Thomas

[@AD-vu1ln]

An amazing video of a fine mechanic doing her Job!! This is the best one. I've been cravingy a video that shows this level of expertise.

[@fabe202]

This person knows there sh-t. Great job

[@haroldclark4485]

Watched it all. Sue's great! Dealer wants $3300-3500. Actually sounds cheap now!

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[@ferenctulics9688]

Great info here! One thing I would do differently: I would lube on and under the head bolt washer. Also I would cover the antifreeze holes with some plastic plugs or even a rag, before cleaning the o-ring groove. Amazing thing: you said very correctly, '6mm bolt with the 10 mm socket head"! That's extremely rare in the KZbin videos. Thank you!

[@reyzapata9375]

It’s amazing to see Sue a young mechanic doing a Great Job.!. 😎🌹😇🎉🙏🏽👍

[@ПерунВид]

Wow, what a great instructional video. I am going to buy myself a subaru just to have excuse to watch it again.

[@theoriginaldayne]

Feel free to buy mine, the head gasket finally went and I don't have the cash to repair it lol

[@ПерунВид]

@@theoriginaldayne If you can change shity import restrictions law in shity country like Bosnia&Herzegovina, we can make a deal! Watch a video again and do it yourself. Engine is allready done, so no pressure of making it any worse. lol

[@cmendillo]

Great video. If you have trouble removing the torque converter bolts through the little window, you can always pull the intake and coolant crossover pipe to get a straight shot at those bolts. Just need to place the intake back on top after so you can use the lift ring to pick up the motor.

[@grampymeyer6603]

It's one thing to do all this work and do it well, and another to do that while narrating the process.. GOOD VIDEO.

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Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Grampy Meyer

[@surallberry6749]

Big fucking facts she snap

[@eazye1498]

This is an amazingly in depth video! great job to everyone that worked on this in front of and behind the scenes. informative, straight to the point and you actually cover the full tear down and rebuild with the little quirks along the way. I am going to be replacing my sisters head gaskets and up in her 03 Malibu 3.1L, you wouldn't by chance have one laying around somewhere you can record the same type of video do you? 😅

[@jeffcoakley5675]

This lady does the video so we can understand the process So good and thank you for sharing your know how and will follow your other videos Cheers

[@elynettebringas5262]

Excellent video, very detailed and very easy to follow, great job, Sue, but where can I buy the digital torque wrench you’re using?

[@CaptainTodd]

What an amazing video!! Much better than the other mechanic videos I have seen. Sue was extremely well articulated and knows this project inside and out!!

[@ErykAlexander]

This is a great video. Very informative. The tech really explains everything in great detail. As far as the kit goes. I think it's a great kit. Very complete. However, I would like to see 1A Auto upgrade this kit to the MLS Head Gaskets. The ones that currently come with it look they are still coated with that graphite coating which unfortunately means that whoever uses this kit, will be doing it again after about 100k to 120k. If they fix that, this kit is set.

[@coda7077]

Great video, very comprehensive, but having wrenched on these Subie engines a bit myself, when you go through the trouble to do the head gaskets I would definitely check and adjust your valve lash clearances. It's tedious and sort of delicate work, but it's worth it to make sure it's right, especially as the heads were sent to a machine shop, and some won't set them or check them unless you specifically ask them to. So much easier to do while the motor is on a stand.

[@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn]

Nice to see a female technician also working on cars, proving the.point that they can also be tremendous mechanics, and do the same job, awesome tutorial,👏👆👍👌☝️💪

[@elynettebringas5262]

This is a very good way of learning the engine parts

[@BajaBronco408]

Don't forget about the ground wires on each head before removing the engine! Great video over all!

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[@TheGonso35]

Very professional thorough and informative. Every step in well explained and executed. Keep up the good work.

[@fatnstupidstreams5959]

Well, thanks to yall, ive discovered thats my problem isnt the head gasket but actually that coolant tube on top of the engine. Thanks yall!

[@ellogovernor12345]

Totally an excellent job. My daughter will be getting this exact car from a friend and has done a lot of work to it and I started looking up reviews and what may need to be be done since it has 200k Mike’s on it. Thanks for sharing with us.

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[@ellogovernor12345]

@@1AAuto Yer most welcome. I’ve been having some problems since we got the car. I’ve replaced the fuel pump and alternator and now it won’t start at all. Before it died on my daughter, just stopped while on her job. Was towed home and I put my battery booster on it and it started then removed the negative to the battery and it died telling me it was alternator but the guy we got it from mentioned the started may be bad or was going bad, The alternator was simple but now all I get is a click, has a brand new battery, two months old. All the lights bells and whistles work fine so I’m guessing he was right that it’s the starter. It had a few things wrong. Between fuel pimp, alternator, new head lights, hatchback lifts and now the starter. What is your opinion on this? I have to put my daughter car on the back burner to replace the water pump on my town and country in the morning and I can get the starter from Napa. Plz let me know what your thoughts are. Greatly appreciated!

[@abovewongart]

this is the best breakdown and easy to follow. Thank you.

[@dominicfong6341]

As a former Subaru owner, I will say the most prudent thing to do about the head gasket problem such as this is to trade it in for another vehicle. This is by no means a permanent fix and will relapse no matter how you baby it down the road. Subaru makes junky engines and they leave their customers high and dry.

[@1AAuto]

+Dominic Fong Thanks for the feedback!

[@KimberleyBeattie]

The best instructional video for this work on U-Tube . Thank you from Canada.

[@MrDraystar]

hey,great vid, i broke a head bolt at 70.1ft pounds as mentioned, oiled bolt, i went with (Then tighten all bolts to 69 Nm (7.0 kgf-m, 51 ft. lbs.) in alphabetical sequence.) after that no bolts broken

[@jay-x9n5y]

Fantastic!!! I learned a lot just from you explaining and showing the procedure and parts involved. Thank you!!!

[@reaperperformance5436]

Why didn't you plug the oil galleries before sanding? How long do you expect it to last with all that debris going into the crankcase and galleries? Always block your oil ports off, never expose contaminates to the lubrication system. Other then that great video!

[@michaeloconnell2684]

I may have found the courage to replace the head gasket on my ‘04 Outback. Thanks.

[@carlbaugher5017]

Great video! I have an 05' Outback XT, 5MT. Is the process and the gasket set similar? Thanks!