2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 2004

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (3%)

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (44%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (11%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

135000 mi

US $80
replaced front brake caliper 

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

127000 mi

US $800
Caliper replaced. front rotors and pads and rear pads and rotors 
159000 mi

US $325
During replacement of brake rotors and pads, the technicians noticed that the rear calipers were malfunctioning and recommended their replacement. I complied. 
199000 mi

US $918
One rear caliper seized effectively destroying pad and rotor on that brake assembly. Both rear calipers, rotors, and pads were replaced. 

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD

118000 mi

US $200
STI. Caliper bolts seized on front Brembos - common problems discussed on Internet. Shop had to use retap threads, install Helicoil and new caliper bolts. Shop stated they often do this for STI owners. 

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

150000 mi

US $200
I've done a shit ton of work this winter on the Subaru. Did these in my garage: New brake fluid, took apart all brakes and regreased, added subframe rear bolts, added stiffer differential mount bushings, steering bushings, changed oil, new gear oil. In addition, I paid a mechanic to install a new clutch and flywheel. 

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

195200 mi

US $506
Passenger side rear caliper/caliper bracket worn and required replacement. Both rear brake pads and rotors replaced at the same time. Parking brake cleaned/adjusted. 
194500 mi

US $160
Drivers side front caliper sticking. Both front calipers, front rotors and pads all replaced. 
215000 mi

US $639
Replaced rotors, replaced calipers age pads 

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2004 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Brake Problems

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