# \#impreza **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/impreza/759.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [What size rims can I fit on a 2011 Subaru Impreza 2.5i premium?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-rims-can-i-fit-on-a-2011-subaru-impreza-2-5i-premium/179587)
**Author:** [@Brant.Langley\_177395](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brant.Langley_177395)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-rims-can-i-fit-on-a-2011-subaru-impreza-2-5i-premium/179587 "2025-07-10T20:36:45Z")
Hi! I was just wondering what size rims I can fit on my current Subaru Impreza. My stock rims right now are 5x100 16x6.5,+55. I want to go with 5x100 17x8+37. Will these rims fit my car without rubbing? Any help would be… --- ## [Intermittent start issue used 2013 subaru impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-start-issue-used-2013-subaru-impreza/192104)
**Author:** [@Newbuthaveabrain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Newbuthaveabrain)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2023, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-start-issue-used-2013-subaru-impreza/192104 "2023-08-05T22:54:21Z")
What is going on guys. Owner of a used 2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i. When I purchased the vehicle approximately 7 months ago with 149,000 miles, the buyer told me about a start problem occasionally. In the past 7 months I ha… --- ## [2015 Subaru Impreza hatchback CVT Hard Shift Into 2nd Gear in D but not M](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-impreza-hatchback-cvt-hard-shift-into-2nd-gear-in-d-but-not-m/191896)
**Author:** [@Mikeloeven](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikeloeven)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2023, 11:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-impreza-hatchback-cvt-hard-shift-into-2nd-gear-in-d-but-not-m/191896 "2023-07-25T11:20:37Z")
I am concerned I might be developing a transmission issue on my 2015 Subaru Impreza. The last few days as I start to accelerate there is a noticeable premature hard shift into 2nd gear from a full stop. the weird thing i… --- ## [Need help finding a super low mileage "new" 2004-2007 Subaru STI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-finding-a-super-low-mileage-new-2004-2007-subaru-sti/190972)
**Author:** [@CTcollector](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CTcollector)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2023, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-finding-a-super-low-mileage-new-2004-2007-subaru-sti/190972 "2023-06-10T20:09:12Z")
Hello everyone, joining in an attempt to find help to achieve a decade long goal of finding a “new” 2004-2007 Subaru STI (showroom condition, stock, low mileage as possible) As my “forever car”! Could not buy one back i… --- ## [Update: Subaru Impreza not starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-subaru-impreza-not-starting/188607)
**Author:** [@Jazzy-Marooony](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jazzy-Marooony)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2023, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-subaru-impreza-not-starting/188607 "2023-01-22T06:28:46Z")
A few days ago I posted about my 2003 Impreza. It suddenly stopped on the road, and now will not start even after a jump. I suspected my fuel pump failed. However, I tested it out this morning, and when I turn the key, i… --- ## [Getting headgaskets replaced. Should I also do the timing belt and pulleys?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-headgaskets-replaced-should-i-also-do-the-timing-belt-and-pulleys/187696)
**Author:** [@carg618](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carg618)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2022, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-headgaskets-replaced-should-i-also-do-the-timing-belt-and-pulleys/187696 "2022-12-06T22:22:29Z")
Next week I plan to get my leaking headgaskets and valve cover gaskets changed. I have a 2010 subaru impreza with 116k miles on it. I am getting it done at a retired subaru techs house. He is charging me $1600 for labor … --- ## [AT OIL TEMP flashing after a pressure test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-oil-temp-flashing-after-a-pressure-test/186625)
**Author:** [@jeff101cartalk\_182362](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeff101cartalk_182362)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2022, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-oil-temp-flashing-after-a-pressure-test/186625 "2022-09-29T22:41:50Z")
Subaru Impreza 2018 74,000 miles The AT OIL TEMP light is flashing. This light only appeared after a pressure test was performed. The light flashes even when the engine is cold. Thank you in advance for your help. Up… --- ## [1st car, burning rubber smell when i accelerate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-car-burning-rubber-smell-when-i-accelerate/185455)
**Author:** [@notchos95\_181689](https://community.cartalk.com/u/notchos95_181689)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-car-burning-rubber-smell-when-i-accelerate/185455 "2022-07-26T06:03:43Z")
so i own a 2010 subaru impreza 2.5 i premium. ive had it a year this october and it was use when i bought it, lately ive noticed a burning rubber smell when im accelerating hard or for a prolonged period of time…i was th… --- ## [Why does my car lack acceleration then stutter sometimes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-car-lack-acceleration-then-stutter-sometimes/182256)
**Author:** [@matthew.volpe94\_179319](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthew.volpe94_179319)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2022, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-car-lack-acceleration-then-stutter-sometimes/182256 "2022-02-02T19:41:45Z")
I have a 2002 Subaru Impreza 2.5TS. I have been dealing with this for a while. My car needs a replacement intake manifold gasket and needs the knock sensor wire harness replaced. So currently, there is a minor leak in th… --- ## [Changing the headrest in a 2017 Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-the-headrest-in-a-2017-subaru-impreza/163881)
**Author:** [@Anna57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anna57)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-the-headrest-in-a-2017-subaru-impreza/163881 "2020-05-06T13:42:50Z")
Can i change my head rest on my car? If not what’s the best kind of pillow to buy for the head rest? --- ## [Key fob not pairing with car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-not-pairing-with-car/180595)
**Author:** [@Zackqw\_178125](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zackqw_178125)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-not-pairing-with-car/180595 "2021-11-11T04:55:33Z")
So, I just bought this car and the key fob doesn’t work. Put a new battery in and tried to reprogram it with no success. Found the fob wasn’t sending signal so bought a new one. Tested and is sending signal with New bat… --- ## [Intermittent lazy start w/ 2012 Subaru Impreza, 100k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-lazy-start-w-2012-subaru-impreza-100k-miles/180567)
**Author:** [@jamesarobe\_178075](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamesarobe_178075)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2021, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-lazy-start-w-2012-subaru-impreza-100k-miles/180567 "2021-11-10T03:17:40Z")
I have a 2012 Subaru Impreza with 100k miles. Back in March of 2021, it started having an intermittent lazy start issue. It typically occurs if the following happens. Multiple trips within a few hours, say, a grocery s… --- ## [P0420 code on a 2006 Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-on-a-2006-subaru-impreza/170835)
**Author:** [@Pran-75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pran-75)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 8:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-on-a-2006-subaru-impreza/170835 "2020-10-06T08:24:18Z")
My Impreza has been leaking oil, I think from the head gasket on the right cylinder bank. Could be the valve cover gasket, as the exhaust still seemed clean. But all of a sudden, the exhaust is blue and the check engine … --- ## [P0600 during emissions test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0600-during-emissions-test/169582)
**Author:** [@guidoz\_169824](https://community.cartalk.com/u/guidoz_169824)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2020, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0600-during-emissions-test/169582 "2020-09-05T01:10:02Z")
Took my 2008 Impreza in for emissions testing today. When I pulled in the check engine light was not on and the car was running fine. Then they hooked up the diagnostic link & started the car, and the check engine light… --- ## [Catalyst problem or just bad sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalyst-problem-or-just-bad-sensor/168362)
**Author:** [@Robert-431](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-431)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalyst-problem-or-just-bad-sensor/168362 "2020-08-06T16:02:25Z")
My 2006 impress is showing a po420. My charge wants to replace the cat. I am not seeing or feeling any loss of performance. No visible emission. Is it reasonable it’s just the ox sensor? I don’t if the garage checked it… --- ## [2008 Subaru Impreza power steering leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-impreza-power-steering-leak/121210)
**Author:** [@MichaelRinyu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelRinyu)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2020, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-impreza-power-steering-leak/121210 "2020-07-16T01:39:34Z")
basically i need help figuring out why my power steering is leaking. It continually pools on top of the intake with no signs on the pump of a leak. myself and my mechanics are baffled. note this is the ninth pump that ha… --- ## [Ac orifice tube replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-orifice-tube-replacement/164848)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2020, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-orifice-tube-replacement/164848 "2020-06-25T14:12:49Z")
Hello all, so my current problem. I think the orifice tube needs to be replaced ( tell me other wise) The ac goes from cold to warm to cold. The pressure reads 36 Lo 250 high when it is 85 outside and standard idle. I… --- ## [Crush washers questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crush-washers-questions/165532)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2020, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crush-washers-questions/165532 "2020-06-09T22:58:33Z")
Question on crush washers- using metal ones vs rubber washers ones I’m swapping fluids on the car (Fusion and Impreza) ie oil, differential oil, transmission fluid. When replacing the washers on these drain and fill p… --- ## [Car slow to start Subaru inpreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slow-to-start-subaru-inpreza/164375)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slow-to-start-subaru-inpreza/164375 "2020-05-17T19:33:53Z")
Hello all, On to the next project! We have a Subaru Impreza 2014 hatchback sport limited. It is slow to start after sitting for a day or 2 and what I mean is it takes longer to finally fire the engine up. Like 3-5 seco… --- ## [Disappearing coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disappearing-coolant/163759)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2020, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disappearing-coolant/163759 "2020-05-05T02:46:03Z")
I am dumbfounded. The reservoir falls below the min line so I fill it to full. A day or 2 later and it’s back to the low line. It’s a 2014 Impreza hatchback sport with 75k on it. no visual leaks or puddles No visual pu… --- ## [2018 Subaru Impreza Sedan tire questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-impreza-sedan-tire-questions/163731)
**Author:** [@MichaelA.Smyntek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelA.Smyntek)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2020, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-impreza-sedan-tire-questions/163731 "2020-05-04T15:14:58Z")
Dear Ray, The tire pressure light on the dashboard of my 2018 Subaru Impreza went on. The “tire place” I went to said I had a slow leak. Question #1 Why is it every time I have a flat, it can never be repaired but I need… --- ## [AC readings-Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-readings-help/163758)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2020, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-readings-help/163758 "2020-05-03T15:50:44Z")
Hello all, Having some trouble. I tested my ac with it being 85-90 outside 10% humidity. At idle it reads 36 on the low and 250 on high. When we rev it to 2k the low drops to 19 and the high to 320. Is that normal? I… --- ## [2019 Impreza - damage from driving in low gear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-impreza-damage-from-driving-in-low-gear/163307)
**Author:** [@Ed01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed01)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2020, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-impreza-damage-from-driving-in-low-gear/163307 "2020-04-25T12:44:41Z")
I drove my automatic transmission (SUBARU IMPREZA), IN LOW GEAR “L”, FOR ABOUT 10 MILES A FEW TIMES . I WAS DOING 60MPH. DID I DAMAGE THE CAR --- ## [Rollover Valve fix other than Replace Tank?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rollover-valve-fix-other-than-replace-tank/44799)
**Author:** [@Vangelique](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vangelique)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2020, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rollover-valve-fix-other-than-replace-tank/44799 "2020-04-16T15:30:14Z")
Got 2005 Subaru Imprezza Wagon from my mom. Had been in a wreck within the previous year, and after insurance repairs, check engine light kept coming on. Mom was too busy to pursue the issue, but once I had the car, I kn… --- ## [Looking for what spark plugs, and spark wires along with coil box](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-what-spark-plugs-and-spark-wires-along-with-coil-box/161564)
**Author:** [@Marleyjacob67\_165507](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marleyjacob67_165507)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2020, 11:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-what-spark-plugs-and-spark-wires-along-with-coil-box/161564 "2020-04-16T11:03:44Z")
I’m wondering what spark plugs, and the spark wire casing, along with what coil box would be best for optimal power on my 2.2 L 1997 Subaru Impreza. Just seeing what people would say --- ## [2010 Subaru Impreza - ticking engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-impreza-ticking-engine/162845)
**Author:** [@Evita](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Evita)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2020, 11:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-impreza-ticking-engine/162845 "2020-04-15T11:51:41Z")
I have a 2010 Impreza, less than 140k. Transmission is has been replaced, and head gaskets done less than 14k miles ago. Lat oil change was less than 1500 mi ago. Currently getting a ticking in the engine. Mechanic think… --- ## [How big of wheels can I run?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-big-of-wheels-can-i-run/162186)
**Author:** [@Marleyjacob67\_165507](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marleyjacob67_165507)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-big-of-wheels-can-i-run/162186 "2020-04-01T02:07:26Z")
Hey, so I was just wondering on how big of wheels I can run in my 1997 Subaru Impreza wagon. The current wheels are 205/60R15. I also plan on lowering the car about a inch or two for better handling. Just looking for som… --- ## [Looking for opinions for what rims/tires I should go with for a 1997 Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-opinions-for-what-rims-tires-i-should-go-with-for-a-1997-subaru-impreza/161846)
**Author:** [@Marleyjacob67\_165507](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marleyjacob67_165507)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2020, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-opinions-for-what-rims-tires-i-should-go-with-for-a-1997-subaru-impreza/161846 "2020-03-27T14:05:00Z")
Hey, you guys were super helpful last topic for spark plugs. So now I am just looking to hear what some other owners of a impreza, or just anyone really, have to say on which way for rims/tires I should go. I’ve been on … --- ## [Downshifting a CVT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downshifting-a-cvt/83706)
**Author:** [@Diana47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diana47)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2020, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downshifting-a-cvt/83706 "2020-03-01T02:22:30Z")
My Subaru Impreza has levers on the column to downshift and upshift. I've been using the downshift to slow the car and reduce wear on the brakes. However, I thought I remembered you guys saying brakes were cheaper than a… --- ## [2019 Subaru Impreza oil change interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-impreza-oil-change-interval/158598)
**Author:** [@Becky10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Becky10)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2020, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-impreza-oil-change-interval/158598 "2020-02-17T13:20:51Z")
I have a 2019 Subaru Impreza which I bought in February of 2019. When should I get an oil change…6 months or 6,000 miles? Two technicians at the dealership did not agree. One said every 6 months and one said only once… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/impreza/759.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=impreza)