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brus brother

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  1. Unless there is a new "pending" code (code pending, waiting for a second hit but no CEL yet), the computer has cleared the old codes and there won't be anything stored. Props to your daughter for nosing around.
  2. The Check Engine Light is often referred to as the "Money Light" Get the codes read not erased and then report back here where you will be charged absolutely nothing!
  3. Likely not related to the battery change but, off topic, when replacing the battery on the MY 2017, do you need to have the computer recalibrated for the charging circuit of a "new " battery. I miss my 1984 GL...
  4. LT you didn't mention plagues ;-) as far as crypto "NSF STD 42 Class 1 levels (0.5 micron)" is achieved. which is smaller than crypto at 1.0 microns. Here is a link to the parent company that serves the Asian market's One World Filter. The inventor is a long time friend. Read his bio in the "About" page. No slouch there.
  5. LT and all. I feel your pain. I live in the middle of 3 wooded acres in the middle of a town with trees upon trees and seems like whenever someone exhales a tree falls onto power lines. I have a generator ready to go and am on well water so I'm all set. Enough about me. I have been consulting with a company that makes water filter devices that are gravity fed (no electricity needed). Developed for the less advantaged, the units have been released in Asia but the application for emergencies is where the first world can benefit. Unlike Berkey or Alexapure at over $400, the device retails in the $45 range. LINK and it has greater filtration capabilities, removing virus unlike either of the high end devices. Limitation: Cannot remove salt from seawater. One filter pack for the unit will filter the equivalent of 1400 water bottles at a fraction of the cost of buying water bottles.. Saves the environment from mountains of plastic which is rarely recycled. Imagine a truckload of these being handed out by FEMA or the Red Cross instead of cases of bottled water. Buy it once, save on bottled water in your home everyday or stick it on a shelf in the garage for the next emergency. This is not an infomercial. Until emergencies like Texas or Detroit occurs, most of us take clean water for granted.
  6. Interesting "feature" driven battery killer. Problem described resulting from leaving rear gate open on cars with auto rear gate. Solution starts at 3:00. Battery killed in a few short hours due to system readiness feature ;-) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VovqLka1B4
  7. check cv boots? splashing that grease onto exhaust is a peculiar smell. I once snagged a plastic shopping bag on the exhaust and it took a while for that to burn off and the smell to go away.
  8. just tried SPFY.com wanted vin# but did a quick search on 25D engine and came up with the same info about availability he suggested try junkyards verify part/engine as 99 OB had three alternator options Not sure but your unit might be rebuildable some other member might confirm and offer instructions
  9. As per the original post, "haven’t been able to find any sort of shift lock like the one in the pic"
  10. Make sure you keep records of receipts and submissions as Pep Boys can be "forgetful" when it comes to honoring rebates. Still chasing them down for partial rebate redemption from Black Friday.
  11. 8000 miles Subaru certified pre owned 1.25 years left on SOA bumper to bumper then 7 yrs (from first date registered) or 100k drive train whichever comes first. Actually better than 5/60 drive train on new car. Even includes drive axles!
  12. Yes 0W-20 is recommended and listed in the linked ad,. they also have 5W-20 and 5W-30 synthetics. Limit is 2 offers (5 Qt jug or 5 Qts) per household. Guess I'll be stocking the bar.
  13. Noticed this ad: Shell Rotella gas truck/SUV full synthetic 5Qt L2 Free After Rebate at Pep Boys with in store pickup offer expires 2/20/21 LINK Never needed synthetic before. My new to me 2019 2.5 OB drinks 0W-20 synthetic. Probably not top shelf pour like Amsoil but the youtube reviews seem OK. Thoughts? Pep Boys Free Shell Rotella Gas Truck Motor Oil (5w30, 0w20, 5w20) After Rebate Deal is back and valid Feb 21 to March 27 February 28, 2021,
  14. @GD. Just became the owner of a 2019 OB 2.5 that uses synthetic. What brand do you recommend? In the past, with my porous 05, I used the cheapest Dino I could find as it spent little time in the engine before fouling my driveway and undercoating the engine bay. As an aside, as I near 70 years on my personal odometer, I am thrilled that the oil filter now sits atop the engine for easy access. If only the drain plug was relocated to the front bumper...
  15. OK, I thought about washing and waxing but decided my 2005 Outback with 205,000 miles, CEL 5 codes P0174, 0420, 1155, wheel bearings shot, worn tires, leaking HGs, VC gaskets, power steering pump replacement leaking, brakes worn out, HVAC selector worn and not "selecting" (of issue since all the above mentioned leaking fluids that weren't trailing the car or polluting every place I parked, burnt off on the exhaust and made breathing a challenge in the car) was a car in need of a new car so I traded it in on a 2019 Outback Premium with 8K miles. I'll do just about anything to avoid washing and waxing a car.
  16. HF engine...now THAT is funny! I have some 20% off and other coupons if you need. At least then you'd get a free flashlight with purchase at HF to use to inspect the other car issues.
  17. Seems like overkill but hey if ya got a spare engine laying around... Thanks for the laugh. Good luck hunting down the gremlin.
  18. Have you tried pulling fuses to see what circuit has gone gerfarkt? Can you see any relays beneath the seat? Have you recently installed any aftermarket equipment? radio, lights etc? Make sure nothing has been jammed beneath the seat. water bottle, kid's feet that could have disengaged a connector.
  19. Programming or Overriding the Alarm when you have lost the remoteOpen driver's door.Turn ignition key to 'On'Press and *hold programming button* in (see diagram, button under dashboard)After 15 seconds the the door locks will cycle 3 times. Do not release Programming buttonPress lock (left) button the remotes to be programmed. The door locks will cycle one time.Exit programming mode by releasing Programming button under dashboard and turning key to off. Are you waiting the 15 seconds to get the lock cycle before the rest of the "handshake"?
  20. the "2008 donor car" FAIL and now for Act II of "glaring looks from her teenage face" ;-) be reminded that DAD is an acronym for Dumb As Dirt
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