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Got a impreza sport 4wd 03 plate need a rear passenger shock but cnfused about what will fit please helpweestevie1997 - 2003 Subaru Impreza - Steering & Suspension - 4/16/2013 -
MyOutback makes a knocking noise from the undercarriage when turning sharply, especially when turning R or L from a stopgregpat1030 - 2007 Subaru Outback - Steering & Suspension - 2/9/2013My Outback has 129,000 mi. on it. Steering seems smooth for the most part.-
2/9/2013 HouseCallAutoCv joints going bad would not be uncommon. Check and see if either of the CV boots is torn open and throwing grease around.
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Steering wheel angle/alignment problem?frsukarto - 2003 Subaru Impreza - Steering & Suspension - 2/8/2013Hi folks,for the last year or so, I notice the steering wheel skews to the left: when I hold the steering wheel straight, the car pulls to the right, even on flat road. I understand if one drives on the right lane, the steering wheel usually skews a bit to the left ...-
2/8/2013 Joe BoulayHello
That is a strange one, I guess that I would check to make sure that the steering rack is securely tight in its mounts. All suspension components are tight?
Joe Boulay
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2/14/2013 frsukartoHi Joe, thanks for the reply. Yes, I took the car back after a month and the mechanic found nothing wrong with the steering rack. I just had the shocks & struts replaced too 6 months before that, so suspension components are up-to-date. Do you think it has something to do with the front axle?
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What could be wrong with my steering if my turning radius isn't smooth and my car squeaks loudly when turning?jerry - 1997 Subaru Impreza - Steering & Suspension - 2/6/2013When turning I have been hearing loud squeaking from my front end almost like when the warning tab on brake pads touches but my brakes are 800 miles old. I also am noticing a turn radius that it less than smooth. It feels as if my cars steering has positive stops in ... -
When I go faster than 20 mph my front tires feel like there going to different ways. What could that be?shannonfoster2000 - 1997 Subaru Legacy - Steering & Suspension - 1/17/2013
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Had belts and cv joints and exsuast replace 3 months ago. Car squeals when started and squeals when driving and turningGmot93 - 1997 Subaru Legacy - Steering & Suspension - 1/7/2013Wheel left or right even after car is warmed up it continues to squeal tried belt dressing still kept squealing has plenty of steering fluid could the pump be going or bad tension pulley?
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1/7/2013 Joe BoulayHello
Did you re check the belt tension? Sometimes a new belt will stretch and will make it loose, and then it may squeal. Most times spraying anything on a belt may make matters worse. hope this helps.
Joe Boulay
Automotive Technician & Author
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Had belts and cv joints and exsuast replace 3 months ago. Car squeals when started and squeals when driving and turningGmot93 - 1997 Subaru Legacy - Steering & Suspension - 1/7/2013Wheel left or right even after car is warmed up it continues to squeal tried belt dressing still kept squealing has plenty of steering fluid could the pump be going or bad tension pulley?
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1/7/2013 rickYes . It sound like the power steering pump is going out . A sign is when sitting still or moving slow the steering wheel is hard to turn . If you rev the motor up and it turns a little more easy then it's because the pump is turning faster . Just shows the pump is getting weak . A good pump will make it steer easy with low or high RPM's
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Any ideas as to why my engine squeals when I turn left? I'm wondering if its the belt or worse, like the steering pump.blueraja - 2003 Subaru Outback - Steering & Suspension - 12/29/2012The squealing noise only happens when turning left. My car has 123,xxx miles and I believe the right cv joint needs to be replaced as well. The squealing only happens when turning left.-
12/29/2012 Joe BoulayTo start with would check your power steering belt tension. Sounds like a loose or worn belt.
Hope this helps
Joe Boulay
Automotive Technician & Author
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12/30/2012 bluerajaThank you so much, Joe!
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Whe is it located &adjusted alignment bolt kit rear driverside? \jckpatel - 2001 Subaru Forester - Steering & Suspension - 12/18/2012It got 157k miles.Pulls little bit on driverside.Aligned 3 times at N.T.B.Told to replace this kit so that they can adjust it right.
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When I turn right, there is a popping sound coming from the front tires. What is that?blueraja - 2003 Subaru Outback - Steering & Suspension - 12/17/2012When making a right hand turn, there is a popping sound coming from the front.
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Why is the steering so stiff?linz22 - 2002 Subaru Legacy - Steering & Suspension - 11/7/2012The steering is very stiff. The lights, such as breaks and battery are coming on. -
I have a clicking sound on the right side front axle. The cv axles on both sides look fine and both were done a year agostevieb40 - 2001 Subaru Legacy - Steering & Suspension - 11/5/2012It doesn't seem to be affecting drivability or handling. But it is now consistently clicking and i have no answers. Any thoughts?? -
What causes car to make a rattling noise under the front on dirt roads which goes away when brakes applied?cjdrx12 - 2005 Subaru Outback - Steering & Suspension - 10/26/2012
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10/26/2012 claytoncould be a numerous of things first thing is to check all brake hardware such as calipers and rotors also brakes make sure everything is tight and good .see if this helps.
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What could it be??mamahampton - 2007 Subaru Legacy - Steering & Suspension - 9/25/2012I'm hearing a humming-type noise and feeling a slight vibration in my steering wheel and gas pedal. It's worse when turning to the right, a little better when I straighten up the wheel, and goes away when I turn the wheel to the left. I think something in the ...-
9/25/2012 RCCould be a front wheel bearing
9/26/2012 mamahamptonI've read that if the problem is while you're turning right, it's the left wheel bearing that needs to be replaced, and if the noise is when you're turning left, the right one needs to be replaced- is there any truth to that?
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Car feels rough and has vibration after new steering column put in.murasaki312 - 2008 Subaru Outback - Steering & Suspension - 9/21/2012Mileage is 100k. Car hasn't felt right since new steering column was put in. When I start from zero, the gas pedal feels like "gravel". Maybe it's a vibration. When pressing gas to maintain highway speed of about 65-70, there is a pulsating sound and feel to the ...
