All Subaru vehicles are equipped with maintenance-free batteries. The term "maintenance-free" can be misleading - as these batteries do require some attention to maintain their cleanliness and efficiency.
Your car's battery is the heart of its electrical system and the chief cause of winter weather start-up woes. In cold weather, the battery loses about half its strength while the demands on the battery increase. Low temperatures reduce the battery's engine-cranking power, and by thickening the engine oil, they also make it more difficult for your engine to turn over. Cold fuel doesn't vaporize well, which adds to the difficulty.
 It is extremely important to have your car's battery checked by a Subaru-trained technician regularly. A battery check at Fairway Subaru will include an examination of cable connections for cleanliness and tightness. Loose or corroded connections can dramatically diminish your car's starting power; and if the connections grow loose or crusty enough, they can shut off your car's electrical flow entirely and leave you thinking you have a dead battery.
 Low temperatures also reduce the efficiency at which a battery is recharged. Winter driving conditions frequently require the use of lights, defrosters and wipers for extended periods while driving at slow speeds. This additional load requires the charging system to work properly so that it sufficiently charges the battery the next time you start your car's engine. For this reason, your service technician should also check your battery's charging system and voltage regulator, and inspect your vehicle's alternator to ensure that all components are operating properly.
Is your battery low on life, and about to let you down?
Find out for sure with the Fairway Subaru Battery Diagnostic Service!
Sick battery? Recognize the symptoms:
  • Headlights dim excessively at idle
  • Headlights dim excessively when air conditioning or electrical accessories are turned on
  • Slow or interrupted engine cranking, especially in cold weather
  • Battery requires jump-starting or recharging
  • Instrument panel warning light stays on or flashes intermittently
  • Cracked, loose or squealing alternator belts
  • Battery posts or connecting cables are corroded
If you notice any of these conditions, have your factory-trained Subaru technicians run a Battery Diagnostic test on you vehicle. With the new Subaru Battery Diagnostic Service, Fairway Subaru can diagnose the health of your battery. The service features a test printout with graphs noting the battery's exact condition and power level. The test will tell you:
  • how much life remains in your battery
  • if your battery needs a recharge
  • if your battery should be replaced

Don't guess about the condition of your battery. Know for sure with our Battery Diagnostic Service!

About one in every three batteries fails after three years. Knowing the causes and warning signs of battery failure can improve your odds of avoiding it.

By knowing exactly how much life is left in your battery means you can virtually eliminate the chance that a dead battery will leave you stranded. The new Subaru Battery Diagnostic Service can help you find out.

Need a new battery? Ask for a Genuine Subaru Battery from Fairway Subaru!

Powered for today's electronics...
Alarms, DVD players, GPS systems, cell phone chargers. The electronic accessories inside today's vehicles demand more starting and reserve power. Genuine Subaru batteries are engineered to supply it while meeting the performance specifications of your vehicle.

...and your peace of mind
The reliability of Genuine Subaru batteries is backed by one of the best warranties in the business , which features a 30-Month Free Replacement, and an 85-Month Pro Rate. Don't risk breaking down and having to buy an inferior battery at an inflated price - make battery inspection and replacement a part of your maintenance routine.