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Subaru outback wagon 2001 shimmies replaced brake rotors and pads mechanic showed me worn spots under back of car where bolt connects control arms - the hole has enlarged. He thinks this may be the problem but says it's really a trial-and-error thing. He cannot think of anything else that's causing this

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Anonymous

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SOURCE: I need to replace rotors on a 2005 subaru outback.

I recommend getting replacement parts at your local dealer. To remove the rotors you will need. A lift or jack (with jack stands)to get the tire off the ground. A 19mm Socket/tire iron to get the lug nuts off. A 14mm wrench to remove the caliper. And a 17mm wrench to remove the caliper cradle. A hammer may be needed to remove the rotor. The rotor itself, if factory has 2 spots where a 10mm bolt could be screwed in to press the rotor off. A hammer is easier and usually more readily available. If you are replacing pads as well, you will need a large pair of channel lock pliers to compress the pistons in the caliper.

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SOURCE: Is there a timing belt or chain in a 2004 Subaru

The 2.5L engine has a timing belt and it should be replaced at 105K. The 3.0L engines have a timing chain and are not serviced regularly.

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SOURCE: My 1999 subaru parking lights will not turn off

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SOURCE: how do you change a low beam headlight bulb on an

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