What causes the rear differential to bottom out on a Subaru?
The trademark Subaru Diff-Clunk occurs when the differential rotates on it’s mounts, and causes the differential subframe to bottom out on the body of the car. It MOSTLY occurs in manual transmission equipped cars when driving hard (fast shifting). Do you have more information about WHEN it happens, and maybe a location of the noise? 2001 SOLD!
What causes a loud popping noise at the rear of the car?
A frequent cause/fix for a rear thumping/knocking/popping noise is outlined in bulletin #18-NA-136. It adds a thick washer between the shock and the shock mount rubber to each side. If it fixes it you are done. If not, they move to replacing the knuckle.
Why does my car make a clunking noise when I start it?
Hi there. It sounds like the starter is engaging, but not extending the armature to turn the engine. However, it may be due to faulty relay, wiring or other electrical issues. The best way to determine exactly what’s causing this…
Why does my Subaru make a whirring noise?
My mechanic is not Subaru specialist but I trust his work.) The car has not hit potholes recently to start the noise (We usually try our best to avoid potholes). Luckily, the potholes in our neighborhood are patched quickly. I tried recording audio but it is difficult to catch that whirring sound.
What makes a loud noise in the rear?
There was a loud noise in the rear on the driver’s side that sounded like a bad fan. It happened when I turned on the ventilated seat fan on the driver side. The shop said this had been reported before and they want a regional technician to look at it. I’m in a base Forester loaner.
What kind of sound does a 2015 Subaru Forester make?
2015 Premium with close to 30K on the odometer. 2 days ago, loud humming/whirring sound started coming from the rear end of the car. The sound increased as I went above 55-60mph.
The trademark Subaru Diff-Clunk occurs when the differential rotates on it’s mounts, and causes the differential subframe to bottom out on the body of the car. It MOSTLY occurs in manual transmission equipped cars when driving hard (fast shifting). Do you have more information about WHEN it happens, and maybe a location of the noise? 2001 SOLD!