Head gaskets general fail between 100,000 and 150,000 miles on a Subaru, so it's important that you take relatively good care of your vehicle by keeping up with regularly scheduled maintenance and any mechanical issues. A vehicle that's been neglected won't necessarily benefit from head gasket repair, so keep up with oil changes and the like. If you've been postponing needed repairs or a problem, a good time to address those issues is when you have the head gaskets replaced. Make sure to talk with our factory-trained Subaru technicians about any other concerns you have before work on your Subaru begins. Another issue to address with your technician is whether or not your vehicle has been severely overheated; if it has been, it's possible that the damage won't be evident until after the work is completed, which would mean another costly repair.

Once the work has been completed, you should expect your new head gaskets to last another 100,000-150,000 miles, thus greatly extending the life of your Subaru. The replacement work includes head gaskets, valve cover gaskets, thermostat/gasket, and an oil and filter change. If you have further questions about head gasket repair, contact us or stop by the Don Miller Subaru East service center to find out more. We're here to help you keep your Subaru on the road for many miles to come.