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2008 SUBARU WRX STI

2.5L H4 Turbo EJ257 Gen2•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•turbo
7 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Repairs0Labor549Torque465Fluid9DTC861Battery1Maintenance0Recalls7
transmission

Transmission Oil Cooler

for 2008 Subaru WRX STI 2.5L H4 Turbo EJ257 Gen2 · AWD
🔧Does this apply to your car? On most cars the transmission cooler is built into the radiator side tank, not a separate part — this job most likely doesn't apply to your vehicle (cooler service happens with radiator replacement). Standalone auxiliary coolers are typically found on trucks, vans, and vehicles with a tow package.
Labor Hours
2.9hr
Range: 2.3–3.5 hr
Confidence
estimated
At $110/hr (independent shop)
$319
Estimated labor cost. Parts not included.

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