


How Do You Know When Your Subaru Needs Service?

The owner's manual that came with your Subaru has a schedule letting you know when services should be performed. But, much like pirate codes, they're more guidelines than hard and fast rules. They can give you a general idea of when a service should be performed, but it's best to talk to a technician to figure out a schedule that best meets your specific vehicle and driving demands. Everything from our unique climate and terrain to your driving style can make service necessary more or less frequently, and technicians trained by Subaru know the ins and outs of Colorado driving.


Of course, the manual isn't the only way to know when your Subaru needs service. It's best to keep up to date with all maintenance needs; however, there are times when something might need attention in between visits to the service center. In cases like these, a light on the dash of your Subaru will typically light up. There are a variety of lights, indicating issues both urgent and cautionary. If your Subaru is trying to get your attention this way, it's best to listen.

When you drive a vehicle for a long enough period of time, you get used to it in a way that you might not even recognize. If you're driving and something looks, feels, sounds, or smells wrong--even if you can't quite put your finger on what it is--trust your instincts! It's best if you can narrow down what it is that's bothering you, of course, but even a vague sense of unease can be a good warning. The technicians at an authorized Subaru dealer are extensively trained and intimately familiar with Subaru engineering, and that's a good place to start when you're not certain what's going on with your Subaru.

Find out more by discussing your Subaru maintenance and service needs with the experts at Mike Shaw Subaru, proudly serving the greater Denver Metro area and beyond.
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Thornton, CO 80234
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