Copyright 1999 - 2019, North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club, Inc. http://www.sl-i.net/FORUM/viewtopic.37d3455c5fe625. Heres another fixsorry I dont have pictures but after searching other forums, the solution was simple. Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. Ready to run down the highway and see what it sounds like. Its wind noise, and again noise that can be fixed and for under $200, let me say that one more time, it can be fixed either by your self for under $100 or by a pro for $200 on average. Or .. nope. I just got an 03 Forester with the window gusset problem. At higher speeds, engine and wind noise seems to drown it out. You absolutely have the right to choose to get rid of a car over wind noise again that can be fixed and again for under $200, and swear off the brand completely, that is of course your right, but because you posted here I have the right to approve your comment, and post a reply in which I will tell you I think your priorities are different than mine, I believe my family, and my customers should be in safe reliable vehicles. Browse Subaru Forester vehicles in Jarrettsville, MD for sale on Cars.com, with prices under $19,976. A thought occurred to me that this gusset issue could be more common in dry, hot climates which take a toll on all rubber products. If so, it could be a loose piece of lower trim on the outside of the windshield, I have an 07 Forester with the same issue.. only with strong crosswinds at hightway speeds I get a sudden LOUD howl like letting air slowly out of a balloon. I am sooo happy to be able to know how to fix it. Related Video: 2021 Subaru Forester Review. With standard all-wheel drive and an off-road friendly 8.7 inches of ground clearance, the Forester lets the fun continue when the pavement ends up to a point. Use electrical tape to fair the area at the base of the rack. It only happens at highway speeds. While the Foresters cabin can be a pleasant and spacious place to rack up road-trip miles, road and wind noise intrudes at highway speeds. If i have music playing (even at medium/low levels) then i don't. Upon closer examination I dont think the gussets are the problem. If anyone knows the answer to Jodis question I would LOVE to hear it because my 2003 Subaru Outback has this exact issue. I wanted to take some infor with me to the dealership; sometimes they don't believe me and I wanted to make sure I wasn't complaining without cause. Duct tape around top windshield shield doesn't help either. Thanks for the tip! I will give the dealer another shot at it since it's under warranty and has been making the noise almost since day one. no talking all hvac and what not controls off radio etc and preferably drive in some wind. Dealer replaced module and fixed problem in April." Anonymous, OH (2020 Subaru Forester Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl) "Tail gate wouldn't latch . Here is what B-pillar looks like without the center garnish and seals. Dealership has been great and "fixed" it four times - goes in next week to get "fixed" again. After ALL THESE YEARS youd think that SUBARU would have figured it out. The one seal makes up the drivers front and drivers rear window seals. The wind noise on my passenger side 03 outback was overwhelming as it grew progressively worse over a year. My current problem seems to be because of the mirror gusset seal. My local shop often uses used parts to help save customers money. The wind noise on my MY03 XS Forester comes from the area marked by the arrows in the pic below. Certified cars are manufacturer warrantied and typically What wind noise? B-Quiet.com sells B-Quiet Ultimate Automotive Sound Deadener in 50 sqft rolls, and you will need two rolls and one sheet of B-Quiet HLiner to sound deaden your Subaru Forester 2022. Dealership has been great and "fixed" it four times - goes in next week to get "fixed" again. April 2008 edited April 2014. All Wheel Drive Auto, LLC and its staff are not affiliated with Subaru of America. That said, there is an ideal spot to mount the bars so they do not make noise. I taped the outer seal of the gusset with electrical tape to see if it made a difference and it does seem to, but hasn't completely fixed it or I would consider filling in the crack with silicone. B-Quiet Ultimate Automotive Sound Deadener can be applied to the floor by removing the seats and carpet, and by applying the peel and stick noise dampening material directly onto all metal service. Just like i would in most other cars i imagine. The first is between the gusset and the glass with the door closed and the window up, if it is more than 2mm the gusset should be done the next is with the window down if the clearance is more than 5mm the gusset needs to be replaced. You can now double check your work back running your hand across the seal for pushed out areas or visible differences. I own a 2016 3.6r limited build date of 10-15 and it has wind noise issues that the dealer has tried to repair. Telltale remnants of the glue indicated where they had been. November 13, 2004 in 1990 to Present Legacy, Impreza, Outback, Forester, Baja, WRX&WrxSTI, SVX. With the seal removed you can now see the channel it resides in too. Three years of nagging wind finally gone. There are some measurements that Subaru suggests making prior to replacing the gusset jut to insure replacing the gusset is necessary. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. You have restored your noisy window seal to slightly less noisy window seals right? Cargo space is competitive, and the large and upright tailgate helps with access. Understand your skill level and always take the proper safety precautions when working on a vehicle. Thank you soooo much for this information. I only notice wind noise from my Subaru aero bars at really high speeds. The picture doesnt do justice to the gap formed btetween the glass and the door gusset. They did thats the point of the post, they dont go door to door and ask everyone with a 2001 Outback if they would now like to pay for the repair. I am sorry if a little wind noise has you wound up. The Forester has since been updated with more safety features that only serve to increase its appeal. op take the ob up to as fast as you legally can at highway speeds, and if you can tolerate the cab noise, your good. Up next is pulling the seal up and around from the B-pillar seal. You can now take a short drive to make sure you havent made any of the sealing worse and then on to the highway to really test it out. Am I on the right track or do you think this could be adjusted? Upload or insert images from URL. Try that if you're able to get it to repeat itself. The result is that many Forester competitors serve up a relatively firm ride that can result in a fair bit of jostling on bumpy roads. This process is simple and will only take about 3-4 hours. Odds are you wont be driving the Rubicon Trail, but the Forester wont embarrass itself in light off-road driving. Save. It happens when it is on highway speeds when it is windy. Any amount is helpful and will be put towards new mods. I thought I had posted a question, but I dont see it anymore I would really encourage you to do some of the same Google research for problems with other cars in the same class as your Subaru and see if you would rather have your problems or theirs. Roll. I contacted Subaru who denied all knowledge of it. dead wrong..my 12'ob is/was quieter than my current 16'..don't tell me it's "all relative to what your accustom to." Don, Salem, OR. If the noise was non repairable, or expensive to repair I would feel differently, but its not, and when I read comments such as yours I truly feel ashamed of our society. No wind noise unless there is a strong crosswind, then a little on the down wind side. No I didn't any thing light up on my console but then it only lasts for a second or two. Here are six things we like and four that we would like to see improved. THANKS for info!!!!! The interior is finished with quality materials, and theres more than adequate front and rear room. Thanks and let me know if you are interested. This is my third Subaru, and aside from the wind noise issue I've never had a problem with the car or any other Subaru I've owned. Everyone has their own value structure, mine is in my family and I want to know that if involved in an accident the car will take care of us, I dont care that something that costs $200.00 to repair at a shop or $98.99 plus some of my time to cure comes up every few years.. Okay, this is good, now how do I fix an 09 Forrester wind sound? Has anyone had trouble with excessive wind noise on the driver's or passenger's side windows? roll of B-Quiet Ultimate Automotive Sound Deadener will cost $164.00. The noise isn't too loud but it doesn't seem right to have this on a brand new car. Mainstream vehicles now offer sophisticated information systems with large screens, including some compact SUVs like the Nissan Rogue and Volkswagen Tiguan. Your email address will not be published. Subaru Wind Noise Fix - YouTube #subaru #wind #noise Weather strip I used is in link below.Got an annoying wind noise problem with your Subaru? The wind noise did not exist but has become extreme. This article helped explain the possible source of the wind noise in my 01 Legacy GT wagon. To fix the most severe Subaru Forester problems, issues include engine failure, head gasket leaks, excessive oil consumption, rod knocking, and the timing belt pulley failure. I had the car back to the dealer today, a 2005 Forester with 1300 miles because I was hearing a faint "clunking" (lack of a better description) noise from the passengers side only at highway speeds. Paste as plain text instead, You can get more information about this car from your couch through document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 All Wheel Drive Auto LLC. Out of curiosity, what crossbars did you get, and did the dealership install them for you? You can now pull down on the seal to remove around the plastic B-pillar trim. As much as we appreciate the Foresters comfy ride, look elsewhere if a sporty driving experience is what youre after. A sheet of B-Quiet HLiner will cost $99.00. Without a guide I spent about 20 minutes to complete this repair. Welcome to the Subaru Outback Owners Forum, we have tons of information about your Subaru Outback, from a Subaru Outback Wiki to customer reviews. I'm just thinking of the pressure created against the doors due to wind resistance. Justin re acceleration issues I just finished If you need to swap out your mirror gusset here is the part number and link for it. That is the only reason they exist! Where can I buy the gussett or take my car to be reapir because the noise is driving me nut. Is this wind noise youre describing just sound like wind is coming through an open window, or is it a high pitched squealing noise that sounds like wind is being blown through the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone (just the mouthpiece)? BTW- I think, but can't prove, that the dealer did what I describe above to cure it the second time. But it definitely cant be better than the original less than optimal design. Up Close With the 2024 Buick Encore GX: Got the Looks, Needs More Guts? I suggest you research the term TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) as it pertains to the industry, because you obviously have not before posting here. Did you notice this noise after having your windshield replaced? Thanks for the info. Awful wind noise from just the tiniest gaps and overlaps. There are you tube videos online about this. I just bought a 2004 Forester and thats the first thing I noticed. I will have to check this out with them. Take 5% off your first order The service technician took a ride and confirmed that the noise isn't mechanical but wind passing over the mirror/window. This. Links to Amazon products utilize Amazons affiliates program to help fund the website and further mods. Perform anything you see in this video at your own risk.Due to factors beyond the control of this video creator, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. This has been an annoying problem with my cousins 2003 Forester from the beginning. The wind noise is definitely annoying. Thank you for the idea. Due to factors beyond the control of Boosted Films, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. I can't imagine any similar vehicle in this price range being any quieter. Yes, Im another person with the annoying gusset wind noise. After investigation I realized they were/had been glued into the molding on the doors. Subaru Head Gasket Problems Explained pt 2. Thank You!! Very concerning as this is the year Suburu I own. All Wheel Drive Auto LLC. 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Review: New Style and Substance to Challenge the Tacoma, 2023 Mercedes-Benz C300 Review: Losing Its Way, 2023 Honda Accord Review: Among the Best of Whats Left, 2021 Subaru Forester | Cars.com photo by Mike Hanley, View all 2021 Subaru Forester models for sale near 60606. Cheri, Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Boosted Films. Furthermore the dealer is in no hurry to help you resolve the issue if you have it. After test driving my car on the highway, the noise is gone. Furthermore if your town has a 30 yrs behind times dealership travel to a big dealership for the best deal. I have a 2006 Forester.. My Gussets are splitting is the part number you named compatiable for this year or is it another one? To do this, the interior panels must be removed and B-Quiet Ultimate Automotive Sound Deadener can be applied to all metal services inside the door skin, the door and in the trunk. Its worth a try before plunking down money for new parts. Are you currently in the car market and getting discouraged by high prices? Finally you can install the front window seal and ended are the A-pillar and snapping the clips back in place. Justin, I have an 04 Outback and I have noise that seams to be more like a static from the tweater mounted on the gusset. As Consumer Reports highlighted, engine noise is the main drawback of the Forester. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. These will help with many different clips and fastener. Could you try using duct-tape, or even scotch-tape around this gap, as a temporary fix, to see if the noise lessens? The Sport trim adds blind spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert, and our test car had optional reverse automatic braking. remove the cross bars - a mostly easy process. Please use the link below to look it up for yourself. This prediction is based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models. Why Is The Power Steering Making Noise on My Subaru Outback? As far as this nonsense BTW, does that last comment make you angry? and any applicable fees. If you roll down the window and remove the plastic trim where the tweeter should go (depending upon model) you should be able to squeeze the piece back into a more acute opening. What should Subaru have figured out? I replaced both gussets and the noise is gone. I got it with a first time go on the passenger side. Most of the noise issues seem to involve speed and heavy crosswinds. Lots of compact SUVs have sporty aspirations, whether they can deliver on the promise or not. I wont be venting somewhere else, I will be buying somewhere else. Neither of these require major surgery to fix - try to localize the rattling noise to help the dealer resolve it. Boosted Films assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Subaru window seal (weather strip) 63521SA010, 03-08 Forester Drivers side Mirror gusset. I have to take some of the blame for needing this repair as I am guilty of opening and closing the door by the window. The noise at freeway speeds is excessive and actually makes it difficult to have a relaxed conversation at a normal volume. One 50 sqft. The dealer repair seems to have fixed that problem but the car still has a lot more wind noise than our 2010 camry with over a 100,000 miles which I sold to my son and still ride in, so I do have a good comparison. CR notes that the Forester's signature boxer engine typically makes a "coarse" humming sound that can be unpleasant. Thank you so much for documenting this. Is it possible for you to provide current part #s for these gussetts? Regardless of what brand of crossbars you use, expect to have wind noise. I remember my first test drive in February, 2015 thinking it was noisy at 70 mph but bought my car anyway knowing of this issue. The idea being that this makes the opening between the gaskets less and the glass gets better contact, reducing the noise considerably, when it sides up between them. Another possible source of rattling is under the Eyesight plastic trim in the headliner. Good. Fixing Subaru wind noise for free 1,284 views Apr 8, 2022 51 Dislike Share J Robling 18.9K subscribers In this video I fix that annoying wind noise inside the Subaru Forester. The Subaru Forester is a solid choice in the segment. This clip needs to be removed and you can start pulling the seal out. If this is a design issue why is the noise only on the passengers side? I have a elantra xd 2006 in which I feel wind noise on high speed . When the mirror, door and window seals become degraded and old you pretty much can't hear yourself think, let alone a passenger. You will have an award-winning car with noticeably less wind and road noise. Required fields are marked *. Which can make your ears bleed on the highway. Here is the rear B-pillar clip, with this and the front clip removed it is ready to be removed. I recommend safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. I've done it once and it's lasted over 10 months now. Leaving the side channels open to allow you to reinstall it. Im curious if theyd be a worthwhile upgrade for a more permanent fix. Too many things contribute to the noise. Typically if a component creates a potential safety issue there will be a recall, but you really wont ever have a recall for some wind noise. It will last a month or so and you can do it again. so far so good. I was told to get SU-61158Sa000 & SU-61158Sa010. Im trying to track down the paperwork to make sure that Version B of the parts were used but I noticed on some parts websites that there is now a Version C. Any experience with those? Thankfully, B-Quiet.com has a simple to use solution. The Subaru crossbars are tear dropped shaped, so the narrow side faces the wind. After I could not take any more while on long road trip I found this page. I tried inserting flexible rubber piping in the door seals, and pinched the gussets together with large slip-joint pliers (the piping didn't help, and squeezing the gussets together provided only a . While riding as passenger i wedged folded over paper between window and gusset and quiet was restored to the cabin. Suzam is correct. A safety defect will generate a Recall or a campaign. Furthermore if your town has a 30 yrs behind times dealership travel to a big dealership for the best deal. Very pricey part for such a trivial item. roll, B-Quiet Extreme Sound Deadener 50 SQFT. They hold the high ground if you do. With the seal out of the car you now have room to remove the B-pillar channel and center section. You can post now and register later. Auto Show Faceoff: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. Ive made several adjustments to the window and gusset and have overall decreased the noise by about 75 percent, but i can tell the gusset is weak and flawed and i can only adjust so much, and at this point after sound proofing the carits driving me nuts. On the passengers side this is about 1.75and its clearly the front glass that is out of position. But I still had a bit more wind noise than what I thought was typical. Rear window seal installed and C-pillar cover installed. The 2003 Forester model typically just receives an adjustment to change the gap as it is an adjustable component. Now you can step to C-pillar area and do the same thing. 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