Subaru Chemical Products: What to Use Where

by | Apr, 2006 | Subaru, Subaru EndWrench Features | 0 comments

Miraculous modern chemicals from Subaru help you do your job better whether it’s under the hood, under the vehicle, general purpose or for clean up & shine.

Subaru offers terrific chemical products that have proven effective and are approved for use on the company’s vehicles. Many of them are even important in maintaining the warranty coverage. All are necessary for keeping the vehicle running in tip-top shape, trouble-free and looking sharp. These helpful products can be obtained from your local Subaru Dealer.

Among the more specialized products, Genuine Subaru Fuel Injection Cleaner in the seven oz. aerosol can, Genuine Subaru Carbon Clean and Genuine Subaru Top Engine Cleaner are used with special application tools that can also be obtained from your partnering Subaru Dealer.

Keeping your customers’ Subaru vehicles properly maintained with Genuine Subaru products is critically important. By using Genuine Subaru products, you give them the assurance of knowing that their vehicles will be operating within the specifications of the people who know them best – those who designed and built them.

Secondly, you be will be keeping the product protected under the safe umbrella of the Subaru Warranty standards. This will provide peace of mind for both your shop and the customer.

Contact your Subaru Dealer for further information and availability of these Genuine Subaru products.

Under the Hood Genuine Subaru Throttle Plate and Induction Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9170) is a special four oz. aerosol blend of solvents that quickly removes build-up from the inside of the throttle body. The cleaner eliminates gums, resins and carbon deposits from the throttle plate and throttle body throat. It also cleans the idle control solenoid, as well as the entire air intake system.

Genuine Subaru Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9125) is a powerful blend of solvents specifically designed to quickly cut through varnish, gum and other residue, and it comes in a 11.3 oz. aerosol can. This formula contains an effective mixture of non-chlorinated hydrocarbons, aromatic solvents and proprietary cleaners that effectively clean carburetors with no disassembly required.

Genuine Subaru Fuel Injector Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9150) is an effective fluid blend of solvents, polymeric dispersants and FX-216® designed to clean plugged fuel injectors in place, without disassembly. Simply add a 16 fluid oz. can to the gas tank to improve engine power and fuel efficiency. It eliminates varnish, gum and carbon deposit build-up and improves starting, high-speed performance and smoothes idling. The cleaner decreases hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions, plus it’s oxygen and A/F sensor safe.

Genuine Subaru Fuel Injection Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9140) is a special blend of solvents, polymeric dispersants and the patented product FX-216® designed to clean plugged fuel injector rails. It improves engine power and fuel efficiency by eliminating varnish, gum and carbon deposit build-up; improves starting, high-speed performance and smoothes idling; and improves gas mileage. The cleaner is oxygen sensor safe, plus it decreases hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions. Genuine Subaru Fuel Injection Cleaner is available in a 7 oz. aerosol can and is applied via the fuel rail using Application Tool, P/N SOA868V9410 and Adapters, P/N SOA868V9420.

Genuine Subaru Carbon Clean (P/N SOA868V9165) is a special formulation of solvents, emulsifiers and surfactants designed to dissolve gum and carbon build-up on engine intake valves, combustion chambers, pistons and rings.

It improves drivability by removing carbon deposits that contribute to inefficient engine performance. It can also reduce cold hesitation, detonation, and NOx emissions. The 18 oz. aerosol can installs through a vacuum port with the use of Top Engine Cleaner Tool, P/N SOA868V9430.

Genuine Subaru Top Engine Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9160) removes carbon and other deposits from intake valves, upper cylinders, compression rings and carburetors without harming engine parts, oxygen sensors or catalytic converters – and without engine disassembly. Genuine Subaru Top Engine Cleaner contains a powerful blend of solvents, surfactants, emulsifiers, penetrates, lubricants and the patented ingredient FS-216®. Its formula maximizes engine performance, decreases emissions, improves gas mileage, eliminates cold hesitation problems and carbon knock. The 11 fluid oz. product is applied by using Top Engine Cleaner Tool, P/N SOA868V9430.

Genuine Subaru Transmission Cooler Flush (P/N SOA868V9250) is specifically formulated to prevent automatic transmission damage from contamination (metal shavings, sludge, etc.) by propelling a biodegradable cleaner through the transmission cooler and lines. The 18 oz. aerosol can’s contents are under 90 psi pressure to help flush away debris in the system.

Under the Vehicle

Genuine Subaru Tire Mount Lube (P/N SOA868V9205) spray-on lubricant makes tire mounting fast and easy. There’s no evaporation waste, mixing or messy swabs required. Just spray the tire bead with the no-mess 11 oz. can.

When first applied, the lubricant is very slippery for easier tire mounting. When it dries, the product is very “grippy” for superior tire-to-rim adhesion.

Genuine Subaru Non-Chlorinated Brake Cleaner (P/NSOA868V9110) provides excellent brake system cleaning performance without chlorinated solvents. Use this “environmentally friendly” 14 oz. aerosol product when there is a concern about waste oil contamination. It also meets California CARB requirements.

General Purpose

Genuine Subaru Silicone Lubricant (P/N SOA868V9200) is designed to eliminate squeaking, sticking and cracking. It can be used on locks, windows and other assemblies throughout the vehicle to eliminate unwanted noises, and enhance the operation of sticking parts. Can also be safely used on tires, moldings, vinyl, underhood hoses and synthetic parts to help prevent cracking and extend the life of rubber components. Due to its unique capillary action, this 12.5 oz. aerosol silicone lubricant spray reaches into the tiniest crevices and insures complete surface coating. It is not intended for use on electrical components.

Clean Up & Shine

Genuine Subaru Glass Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9130) comes in a handy 18 oz. aerosol can. Its quick-foaming formula cleans glass, mirrors, headlights and chrome surfaces without streaking. This all-around cleaner is a combination of solvents, surfactants and ammonia for thorough cleaning, and it doesn’t leave a haze. It can even be used on plexiglas and stainless steel. Subaru recommends this product for light cleaning of vinyl tops, interior vinyl and plastic surfaces such as seats, doors and headliners, dashboards and floor mats.

Genuine Subaru Tire and Wheel Cleaner (P/N SOA868V9235) is a unique, water-based detergent designed to penetrate dirt, road grime and brake dust. It allows the wheel and tire assembly to be cleaned with little or no scrubbing. Powerful surfactants attack the grime but won’t harm plastic, chrome and alloy surfaces. You just spray the cleaner on, wipe with a soft cloth and rinse with water. It leaves no residue. Genuine Subaru Tire and Wheel Cleaner comes in a handy 12 oz. aerosol can and is effective on both petroleum and non-petroleum based soils.

Genuine Subaru Factory Fill Windshield Washer Concentrate (P/N SOA868V9232) provides optimal cleaning combined with outstanding cold weather performance. It is the same product that is installed in Subaru vehicles at the factory, and comes in a handy 32 fluid oz. bottle in the form of concentrate. It meets all Subaru OEM specifications and warranty requirements.

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