2018 Subaru XV

**suavegabe** · October 30th, 2019 02:21 PM

Got my XV about 2 weeks ago. Got the 2018 base model which came to around 1.288m after all the discounts. I was initially supposed to go with a HRV but with all discounts MI gave, it was a no brainer for me to go with the XV.

2 things though that I don’t like:

1. I’m a big guy (~6’1) and I usually lean my right leg on the center console when driving and the center console is angled in a way that my leg leans straight smack in the bend/corner. It’s very uncomfortable and slightly painful. I wish they could have padded it just like what Mazda did.

2. Panasonic HU sucks. Weblink is virtually useless as the only apps available are waze, phone’s built in music player, and yelp. Why the heck would I use yelp on my HU?!? I tried using HDMI and colors are washed out that it’s not even funny. Display also turns off when e-brake is disengaged. I know it’s a safety feature but there should at least be an option to turn it off.

Other than the above, everything else is great. Power delivery is sufficient for me and handling is way better, coming from someone who has only owned FWD cars.

Question on PMS: is MI strict on the “which ever comes first” part of PMS schedule? It says on the documents that my first PMS should be on “1.6k km or 1 month, which ever comes first” and I doubt I’ll even reach 1k km on my first month.

TIA!

**April_Ryan** · November 19th, 2019 11:19 PM

Originally Posted by suavegabe

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2. Panasonic HU sucks. Weblink is virtually useless as the only apps available are waze, phone’s built in music player, and yelp. Why the heck would I use yelp on my HU?!? I tried using HDMI and colors are washed out that it’s not even funny. Display also turns off when e-brake is disengaged. I know it’s a safety feature but there should at least be an option to turn it off.

x x x

Question on PMS: is MI strict on the “which ever comes first” part of PMS schedule? It says on the documents that my first PMS should be on “1.6k km or 1 month, which ever comes first” and I doubt I’ll even reach 1k km on my first month.

TIA!

1. Yes, the Panasonic HU sucks.
2. I followed the 1 month rule. For the succeeding PMS, I intend to follow my 5km rule (from when I owned a Forester). Although, my XV reminds me everyday that I should already go back to the casa to have my 6 months check (after the 1 month). I do not know how long I can ignore it. Haha.

**travajante** · November 30th, 2019 11:45 AM

2013-2018 worldwide recall on rear coil & engine valve springs coming....Check w/ your local Subaru Dealership on affected VINs.
Another Huge Recall For Subaru Forester And Crosstrek is Coming | Torque News

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**JohnM** · December 2nd, 2019 10:46 AM

I'm currently at MI Manila Bay. So far the only recalls tagged to our VIN is an ECU update (SRT 284) and HU check (SRT 265).

Unfortunately the Harman Kardon upgrade is only offered for Eyesight units

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**surabaya2011** · January 9th, 2020 12:00 PM

Anyone with Front Suspension issues on their XV (First Gen, 2015) ? I can't feel anything on the handling (steering wheel) but there's an annoying kalampag/noise when I hit a rough spot. I'd appreciate hearing from you guys. TIA

**Egan101** · January 9th, 2020 12:03 PM

Originally Posted by surabaya2011

Anyone with Front Suspension issues on their XV (First Gen, 2015) ? I can't feel anything on the handling (steering wheel) but there's an annoying kalampag/noise when I hit a rough spot. I'd appreciate hearing from you guys. TIA

Maybe you need to change the front bushings. Common ito among Subies within 30k km dito sa Pinas.

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**surabaya2011** · January 9th, 2020 02:58 PM

Originally Posted by Egan101

Maybe you need to change the front bushings. Common ito among Subies within 30k km dito sa Pinas.

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Thanks.
I'm just wary about the casa... So quick to over-charge. My headlight blew out and wanted to replace it.. Casa charged me 12500... No choice, I was going on a trip. I bought it. Then since I had the box and part number, etc... I ordered a bulb online on Amazon. A Philips dealer airfreighted it to me at 5000k FOR A PAIR!! Dam! Grabe ang patong sa casa. I have an Isuzu and had a Honda... all were/are casa maintained. But the patong on the bulbs was just too much. 2500 vs 12500 (airfreight and taxes paid).

**vcrr** · February 5th, 2020 06:25 PM

I have a 60k+ mileage on my XV. I can hear a humming sound at the front at a certain speed. The humming sound becomes louder as the speed increases. I just changed my tires to yokohama 235 55 r17. I don't know whether the sound comes from the tires or a damaged wheel bearing. Is there anyone here who already changed his wheel bearings?

**StockEngine** · February 5th, 2020 06:54 PM

Originally Posted by vcrr

I have a 60k+ mileage on my XV. I can hear a humming sound at the front at a certain speed. The humming sound becomes louder as the speed increases. I just changed my tires to yokohama 235 55 r17. I don't know whether the sound comes from the tires or a damaged wheel bearing. Is there anyone here who already changed his wheel bearings?

Some shops tighten the lugnuts by feel. I torque it down to 110nm as per my vehicle service manual.

Normally new tires are extra quiet with 30psi. try to check tire pressures first. Then tighten lugnuts and check for noise. Some shops can lift your car to remove the tires in the equation.

**Egan101** · February 5th, 2020 06:54 PM

Originally Posted by vcrr

I have a 60k+ mileage on my XV. I can hear a humming sound at the front at a certain speed. The humming sound becomes louder as the speed increases. I just changed my tires to yokohama 235 55 r17. I don't know whether the sound comes from the tires or a damaged wheel bearing. Is there anyone here who already changed his wheel bearings?

It sure looks like you need to replace those wheel bearings. Shops like FusionR will be able to help you with that.