Subaru Service & Repair
Subaru Repair and Service in Lewiston, Maine
Portland Performance services and repairs Subarus at 1830 Lisbon St in Lewiston, for drivers across Lewiston, Auburn, Augusta, Brunswick, Topsham and the surrounding area.
We are Subaru experts with knowledge well beyond the dealership. We used to race an open class rally car, a 2005 STI with antilag and a sequential transmission, and we bring that depth to every Subaru that comes through the door, from a daily Outback to a built WRX or STI.
Maine winters are hard on Subarus. You get accurate diagnostics, OEM parts and honest advice on what your car needs now and what can wait.
Subaru experts with rally roots
Our open class 2005 STI rally car from back in the day, with antilag and a sequential transmission.
Why it matters for your Subaru
- We know the EJ and FA platforms inside out, including how they fail under real stress
- AWD, center differentials and driveline problems diagnosed properly, not guessed at
- Engine repair, rebuilds and builds done by people who have built engines for competition
- Honest advice on modified cars, from bolt ons to built motors
Custom tuning is offered for competition vehicles. See Tuning and Dyno.
Subaru problems we fix every week
- Head gaskets and oil leaks: external coolant and oil leaks on boxer engines
- CVT service: fluid service, shudder and hesitation diagnosis
- Wheel bearings: noise and play, common with Maine roads
- AWD system: tire matching, differentials and driveline vibrations
- Rust and brake lines: corroded brake lines, exhaust and suspension parts
- Timing belts: on older EJ series engines
- Catalytic converters and O2 sensors: check engine light diagnosis and repair
Models we see most: Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, Impreza, Legacy, Ascent, WRX, WRX STI and BRZ
Why Subaru owners choose us over the dealer
Diagnosis before parts
We find the actual cause first. Most complex diagnostics and second opinions are resolved in 1 to 3 hours, which costs less than replacing parts on a guess.
OEM or equal quality parts
We prefer genuine OEM parts, or parts that match their quality, along with factory spec fluids, so every repair goes right and lasts.
Photos and video of everything
Every visit includes a free 200+ point digital inspection with photos and video sent to your phone, so you see what we see.
24 month / 24,000 mile warranty
Our workmanship warranty covers most repairs. Ask us about the details for your job.
Subaru services
- Factory schedule maintenance with OEM fluids and filters
- Check engine light, electrical and drivability diagnostics
- Oil leaks, cooling system and timing repairs
- Brakes, suspension, steering, tires and alignments
- Transmission, clutch and driveline service and repair
- Engine repair, replacement and builds
- Second opinions on dealer quotes
Subaru service FAQ
Will servicing my Subaru here affect the factory warranty?
No. You can have maintenance done at any qualified independent shop. We follow the factory schedule, use OEM parts and fluids, and document every visit. Every maintenance and repair visit is also reported to CARFAX, so your service history stays complete for resale, just like a dealer.
Why do all four tires need to match on my Subaru?
The all wheel drive system needs all four tires close in size and tread depth. A mismatched tire can strain the drivetrain, so we check tread depth before replacing just one or two.
Book Subaru service in Lewiston
Portland Performance, 1830 Lisbon St, Lewiston, ME 04240. Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:30). Secure 24/7 key drop available.
Schedule online any time, call during business hours, or send a message with questions or photos and we will get back to you.
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