Hello,
I recently purchased a 1997 Subaru Outback AWD wagon. It was a 1 owner car, so it seemed like a good buy. It has about 108K on it.
When is the recommended times to have the timing belt replaced on these models?
Here is the 'major' work that has been completed:
alternator (covered by factory recall)
head gasket (at 77,063 miles)
front wheel bearings (100,976 miles)
According to the seller, the mechanic recommended:
1)replacing the factory-original radiator hoses and
2)ignition system.
Both of these are 'due to the age of the car', and nothing wrong with them.
Would it be wise to have these items replaced? Is this a 'do it yourself' project, or something I should have done by a mechanic?
Thanks for the help, and I look forward to driving my 1st Subaru.
-andrew