Lakewood Services

A list of the common repairs we do

Complete Vehicle Inspection - FRee

Information at Subiesmith is always free. When we perform a bumper-to-bumper inspection on your car, you will receive a full report on what we find, good and bad. Along with context of how the pending repairs may impact vehicle operation, our best estimates of the timeframes for repairs, and helpful hints and tips to minimize the risk of damage if repairs need to wait.

  • No Scare Tactics - We promise that we will present the recommendations with an appropriate level of urgency. If everything is an emergency, nothing is.
  • No High-Pressure Sales - Our goal is to equip you with all the information you need to make educated decisions about how to handle repairs and maintenance on your Subaru. You don't have to be a mechanic to do this. We will help bridge that information gap.
  • No Surprises - As always, any and all prices we provide are "all-included" prices. Even sales tax. No one likes surprise charges when they go to pick up their car.

Modified Vehicle Policy

Is your Subaru modified? Have you added some high performance parts or a lift kit? If so, these modifications may exclude your vehicle from being able to be serviced at Subiesmith. Depending on the modifications made, our standard diagnostic information and part sources may not be useful.
 
Please contact us with any questions about the impact your modifications may have on our ability to service your vehicle.

All prices include any necessary parts, labor, fluids and taxes.
The price we quote is exactly what you pay when you pick the car up.

No Surprises!

Head Gaskets

Basic Head Gaskets – Includes upgraded (multi-layered steel) head gaskets, valve cover gasket set, intake manifold gaskets, exhaust manifold gaskets, coolant crossover pipe seals, thermostat gasket, new coolant and an oil change. We stay in contact with you during the process, as there may be other engine repairs that are much cheaper to do while the engine is out. Additional $200 for Cylinder Head Resurface, if needed.

  • Subaru - NonTurbo (2000-2012) - $1,800
  • Subaru - NonTurbo (1996-1999) - $2,000
  • Subaru - Turbo - $3,300
  • Subaru - H6 - $4,800
  • Subaru - 4 Cyl with Timing Chain - $3,500

Timing Belt Kits

Includes timing belt, water pump, tensioner, pulleys, thermostat gasket and new coolant.

Premium parts: Timing Belt by Mitsuboshi. Water Pump by Aisin. Timing Hardware by Koyo, NTN and NSK.

Timing Belt Kits are $400 off if replaced during a Head Gasket Service.

  • Subaru - NonTurbo - $1,200
  • Subaru - Turbo - $1,700

Clutch Kit

We install factory match clutch kits, so your clutch pedal feels brand new. Includes pressure plate, clutch disc, throw out bearing, pilot bearing, flywheel resurface and transmission fluid when needed.

Subaru – NonTurbo (through 2010)

  • 5 Speed Clutch Kit - $1,800
  • 6 Speed Clutch Kit, Impreza and Forester - $1,900
  • 6 Speed Clutch Kit, Outback and Legacy - $2,200
  • Add Snout Repair Kit - $350

Turbocharged Subarus

  • 5 or 6 Speed Clutch Kit - $2,100
  • NOTE: Price does not include the WRX or STI

Struts - Excel-G by KYB

Includes new strut assemblies. Springs and mounts not included, and rarely needed. Single axle available. Does not include alignment.

  • KYB per Axel - $900
  • Alignment - Needed After Replacing Front Struts - $135
  • WRX or STI may incur additional fees. A detailed quote will be provided by our team.

Brakes

Includes new pads, brake rotors, clean and lube contact points and slides. Price per axle. Covers most Subarus.
  • Premium Brakes - Akebono Pads and Premium Rotors - priced per axle - $650
  • Basic Brakes - Economy Pads and Rotors - priced per axle - $550

CV Axles

Includes a new, high-quality CV axle shaft install on the front, where most of the failures happen. Covers most 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder, non-turbo Subaru’s from 2000 to 2009

  • Front CV Axle, Standard Duty - $450
  • Front CV Axle, Heavy Duty - $550
  • Add Axle Seal - $150

Suspension Services

Some of the more common Subaru suspension repairs.
  • Front Lower Control Arm, Rearward Bushing - priced per side - $275
  • Sway Bar Links and Frame Mounting Bushings - priced per axle - $450-600
  • Ball Joint, Front Lower - priced per side - $275

Spark Plugs and Wires - NGK

We use factory recommended NGK spark plugs and wires.

  • Spark Plugs - 2.5 w/ Timing Belt Driven Engine - $350
  • Spark Plugs - 3.0 or 3.6 H6 - $600-650
  • Spark Plugs - 2.5 Turbo - $450
  • Spark Plugs - 2.5 w/ Timing Chain - Impreza, Crosstrek, and Forester - $500
  • Spark Plugs - 2.5 w/ Timing Chain - Outback and Legacy - $550
  • Add Spark Plug Wire Set - 2000-2009 - $200

Fluid Services

Includes labor and a high quality fluid specific to the vehicle. Covers most Subaru’s 2009 and earlier.

  • Brake Fluid Flush - $150
  • Differential Fluid, Front or Rear - Drain and Refill - $150
  • Automatic Transmission Fluid - Drain and Refill - 2000-2009 - $225
  • Constantly Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid - $450
  • Manual Transmission Fluid - $175

Need Something Else?

There are many other services available. Please contact us with any requests. Used Engine and Transmission replacement available.

  • 5 star review  Super friendly staff! My oil change was quick and affordable. It’s evident these guys do everything they can to take great care of their customers.

    thumb Madeline Gardner
    5/12/2020

  • 5 star review  Very thorough and honest. They actually make w video showing what they looked at before doing the work. Great job on my A/C and wheel bearings.

    thumb Al Suarez
    5/06/2020

  • 5 star review  Shane and Aaron are amazing! Kind, knowledgeable and extremely patient. We asked a million questions and they answered all of them. Don't bring your Subaru to the dealer bring them here! Trust me you'll be happy that you did! Thanks Shane and Aaron you guys are the best in the industry!

    thumb Michelle Font
    2/05/2020

  • 5 star review  Can’t say enough great things about the guys at Subiesmith but I’ll try...incredibly knowledgeable (have a deep understanding of Subarus and the wisdom to know not all symptoms have the same source), ethical (saved me thousands over what the dealership proposed to “fix” my car), and considerate (had me in and out with a simple adjustment that took precisely the amount of time they projected).

    thumb Thad Layton
    1/18/2020

  • 5 star review  Five stars, all around. Still kinda in shock that I found a mechanic with outstanding customer service.

    thumb Nick R
    1/17/2020