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How urgent is replacing my brake pads at 15%? I have a 2002 Subaru Forrester. Where do you recommend I go?
My local Subaru dealer, upon doing my oil change (I’m at 72,000 miles) recommends 1,500 worth of repair including replacing the brake pads (I believe it), the power steering pump and the starter. I want a second opinion. I’m in Seattle/Lynnwood. Money is tight but I do want to be safe.
If money is tight, this is what I would recommend. Front brake pad are fairly easy to replace. If your not comfortable doing something like this, maybe a friend or relative could help. New pads only cost around $40 and its a 30 min job. Or take it to a local garage that has a good reputation. The dealer is usually the most expensive. What did they say about the power steering pump, is it just leaking a little? Try some stop leak first if that’s the case. In most cases the pump will make a lot of noise before it goes out. Have an independent garage check it out first.
The starter will not be a safety issue. If it goes out you won’t be able to start you car. Also a good independent garage could put in a rebuilt starter and save you some money.
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