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Old 28 November 2002, 01:01 PM
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The Subaru dealer I use for servicing, uses an engine oil flush when doing an oil change. Is this a regular Subaru thing or should I tell them to keep this stuff well away form my car?.
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Old 28 November 2002, 01:19 PM
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Tell the dealer not to use it again on your car. Engine flushes are not needed on Scoobs or any modern ( post 60's) car. Waste of time and can cause parts to wear prematurely. All IMHO obviously!

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Old 28 November 2002, 04:16 PM
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DONT ALLOW THEM TO DO IT!!!!

I did itn on my Calibra - the hydraulic tappets started rattling after!!

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Old 28 November 2002, 04:23 PM
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Is that Gatwick Subaru then? Cos they use an engine flush.

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Old 28 November 2002, 04:28 PM
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If they use a hydraulic valve lifter concentrate after filling with fresh oil it is designed to help prevent tappet rattle from cold. was recommended by subaru some years ago. more so for legacy turbo's.
Old 29 November 2002, 09:07 AM
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Chrisgr31, yep Gatwick. I'll ask them not to use it in future.
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Old 29 November 2002, 09:14 AM
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Horrible stuff. Engines tend to rattle after use.

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Old 29 November 2002, 09:16 AM
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my dealer uses flush as well !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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