2001 Subaru Forester - Page 8 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Could you tell me exactly what you consider the big end. What is it doing or not doing.

yes over time dimming will occur

remove entire trans,remove 8 bolts and then remove front differential case at this time you will need to remove torque convertor with tube do not remove this tube from the convertor it drive the oil pump, the gasket is liquid gasket make sure surface is clean,also at this time replace torque convertor seal and seal tube this tube seperates transmission fluid from gear oil good luck

Sounds like you have a bad hub and bearing.

The clutch itself isnt the problem its the linkages going to it. Gheck all the joints and cable for wear or cable not running freely.

possibly something binding up the track,usually plastic guide clips break on one side and cause this problem,the glass is easy to remove, 4 nuts under plastic covers on each side becareful to count the shims and make sure they go back into proper position,this gives you a great view of the track and guides good luck

Fuse blown. Lamp dimmer control set to off, or dirty control--move same back and forth. Break in lamp printed circuit, or all of the lamps are burned out.

is it a factory security system or aftermarket,if it's factory sensitivity mat need to be adjusted

yes and every 100k

remove axle nut,seperate balljoint from control arm,usually a good whack with a hammer on the control arm near the balljoint will free it,pry control arm down to remove knuckle assy, remove roll pin from inner axle joint now you can remove axle,most of the time the inner joint boot tears this is called the d-o-j {double offset joint} replace this boot as well,my suggestion is consider replacing axle with reman depending on mileage 100k or more.remember when reinstalling axle splines need to be lined up on inner shaft so roll pin goes in without problem good luck

I had this problem with my Scorpio. If you can open the roof electonically to the full extent, then try to open using the mechanical method. Fully grease all mechanical parts, ( loads of grease ) including the mechanical screws that operate the sunroof. Open and close aout 5 times to spread the grease. Get a tube of KY jelly or Vaslilene and really smear it on the felt (or simular, maybe be rubber) edge beading to allow i to fit snuggly into your roof and making a rain tight, this worked for me, hopefully t will work fo you.

Let me know.

Regards,

Dave

the whole asssembly or just the mirror glass?

does the sunshade open and close properly,you should only be able to move this when the sunroof is closed it should move freely back and forth,if it doesn't this part is causing the noise, its off its track

1990 up 2.2 and 2.5 should bolt up with no problem.

couple of things, does this problem occur with a full tank of fuel?if it happens with a quarter tank or less i would remove fuel pump to inspect the sock filter,sediment in tank sloshes around and clogs this sock up when fuel level is low,another possibility that the air /fuel ratio sensor maybe out of spec usually causing "lean" misfires, good luck

usually the valve cover gaskets are not the cause,the headgsket most of the time are either leaking coolant,oil or both! A Subaru dealer may possibly will be able to identify it properly considering this is a very common problem,usually the drivers side headgasket is the first the first to leak,if this is the case a call to subaru wouldn't hurt they may assist you in the repair, good luck!

Maybe the hydraulic tappets pumping up after the oil drain.

They should've checked everything when they had it apart for the CV...Go somewhere else (NOT THE DEALER) and have the work done. Estimate ($135-175)

I had a similar problem on my 2002 Impreza RS 2.5 (same engine and engine control system). In my case it was the O2 sensor on the intake manifold. This happened at 34,xxx mi. so it was covered by the warranty. Replacing the part is very easy. (two bolts and a wiring harness). Obviously I would start simple and cheap and work your way to expensive and difficult.
From my understanding its all caused from the engine missfiring. If its been a while or never, I'd change the spark plugs first. (stick with the Subaru Parts plugs, I went after market and the dealer claimed the plugs were not the correct "temperature" and had to pay for the new plugs and install although they did it without my permition. Thats a whole nother story).
Could also be the manifold pressure sensor.
Either 02 or manifold pressure sensor may cause intermitent check engine light.
Where I live Brookline,MA , Autozone will run a free diagnostic on your car by hooking up to your ECU and will give you the trouble codes and possible remidies. Of course there are no guarentee's but it will point you in the right direction.
Good Luck

if the cigarette lighter stopped working also then I would first suspect a fuse blown. or just a bad fuse connection. try this first. hope this is all it is because it would be an easy fix.