2012 Subaru Impreza · Repair Cost Breakdown
The case
“Loud bang, engine died, won't restart. Cranks but no compression.”
What it turned out to be
Timing belt snapped (interference engine). Replaced belt, water pump, all valves bent — head rebuild required.
The repair bill
Total
$4,280
$4,280
Parts
$1,980
$1,980
Labor
$2,300
$2,300
Did you know?
Interference engines destroy themselves when timing belts break. Always replace timing belts at the recommended interval — usually 90k miles.
🛠 Tools & parts for this kind of repair
- → Subaru timing belt kit on Amazon
- → OBD2 scanner on Amazon
- → Engine oil (5qt) on Amazon
- → Spark plug socket set on Amazon
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