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#10797 of 10833 Re: 08 Legacy 2.5i noise/wheel bearing? [ateixeira] by rebel71

May 08, 2010 (1:15 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (May 08, 2010 5:48 am)
I'm stuck now because they won't fix anything till they hear a noise. On three occasions I've taken it to the dealer when it was making the noise and it stopped the minute I pulled in and had the service manager test drive it and wouldn't make a sound. They've put it on a lift checked tires w/ stethescope, moved the tires to see if loose and said "all is fine at this time." The manager assures it's safe to drive. I know something is wrong, safe not sure. What would you do if it were your car? I was told that even though I might think it's a wheel bearing that they won't replace it because what if it doesn't fix the problem. The car is under warranty. They need to hear the issue in order to make a diagnosis. Until then, I'm up a creek without a paddle. The noise is driving me nuts because it's infrequent and feel unsure of it's safety. I'd call SOA if I thought that might help. I think they would just back up the dealer, can't fix what you don't hear to diagnose. I'm irritated that my new car has this issue that is still not taken car of. Again, I really appreciate any ideas. Thanks for the reply

#10798 of 10833 Re: 08 Legacy 2.5i noise/wheel bearing? [rebel71] by ateixeira

May 10, 2010 (7:10 am)

Replying to: rebel71 (May 08, 2010 1:15 pm)
Murphy's Law. It's the plumbing leak that won't leak when the plumber comes, so they can't trace it. Bummer.
 
Dealers says it's OK, so I guess wait and see if it gets worse.

#10799 of 10833 Re: 08 Legacy 2.5i noise/wheel bearing? [ateixeira] by xwesx

May 10, 2010 (10:01 am)

Replying to: ateixeira (May 10, 2010 7:10 am)
To address the safety concern, wheel bearings tend to be a wear item that gets progressively worse until the unit eventually disintegrates. It is best to replace them as soon as possible after they begin to make noise, though, because the additional heat generated by the dysfunctional bearing unit will transfer to the wheel spindle and can cause it damage if it heats up sufficiently. If damaged, the spindle would have to be replaced in order to fit the new bearing.
 
Worst case: The bearing disintegrates, you hear a horrid grinding noise, and end up stranded somewhere with a three-legged car. Other than the stranding and emotional distress, it should not be a safety issue.
 
Your bearing sounds like it has quite a ways to go before it reaches that point. I would just keep an ear on it and take it to the dealer again when it becomes more consistent.

#10800 of 10833 Re: 08 Legacy 2.5i noise/wheel bearing? [xwesx] by ateixeira

May 10, 2010 (11:51 am)

Replying to: xwesx (May 10, 2010 10:01 am)
Plus you get the satisfaction of telling the dealer "I told you so".

#10801 of 10833 ADVICE NEEDED- OUTBACK BUYING by rthompson9310

Jun 02, 2010 (7:28 pm)

Hello- looking at outbacks to replace a totalled car- a couple of things need words of wisdom on
Carfax- is lack on maintenance records on carfax meaninful or not? obviously if someone changes oil themselves not going to show up in carfax
Edmunds TMV vs KBB- KBB seems to be a good bit higher for same car- seems to be what dealers use- how to use TMV- the floor price?
Looking at 2 vehicles- 06(sold 8/06) OB limited mid 50K miles- clean carfax but no maintenance records on carfax
other car is 07(sold 11/06) 2.5i premium mid 50K miles- clean car fax- all dealer maint on car fax.
How to judge these if 1K difference in price. does dealer maint give value over limited options
Am I engaging in analysis paralysis.....

#10802 of 10833 Advice needed part 2 by rthompson9310

Jun 03, 2010 (8:39 am)

Also looking at:
 07 premium with 38K miles
08 limited with 46K miles- manufacturer car for 20k
and a couple of 06 limited with around 50 K
Prices ranging from 18900- 08 limited to 17.5(one of 06 limited and "cherry" 07 premium above
How to judge these if 1K difference in price. does dealer maint give value over limited options
  
Thought on these??

#10803 of 10833 Re: 08 Legacy 2.5i new seat [rebel71] by bigdadi118

Jun 06, 2010 (9:37 am)

Replying to: rebel71 (Apr 13, 2010 10:06 am)
For redo seat cushion - you can check the Yellow Page under "auto upholstery" they also service all car dealers, like convert fabric to leather seats, replace damage seat fabric, etc.

#10804 of 10833 Bad smell in car by jimsea1

Sep 22, 2010 (3:12 pm)

My car smells like dog poop. The smell is strongest after it has been sitting in the sun for a while. I'll open the windows and turn the fan on. I've determined that the smell is most likely coming from the vents. I've eliminated the mats and carpet after I took the mats out and deodorized the carpets. (besides the smell hits me in the face when I aim the vent at it.) I've installed a new cabin air filter (the old one was missing) and the smell is still there.
 
Any ideas?
Thanks!

#10805 of 10833 Re: Bad smell in car [jimsea1] by rebel71

Sep 23, 2010 (8:23 am)

Replying to: jimsea1 (Sep 22, 2010 3:12 pm)
Did you purchase the car new or used? I was going to say mold or if previous owner spilled something and the smell just won't go away. Do you smell it all the time while the fan is going? Since you have determined it's coming from the vents, Moisture can form on the A/C condenser, this moisture can cause mold and mildew smell. There are products that you can spray in the A/C intake that will kill the mold and get rid of the odor. I'd ask the dealer or local parts store if they carry this. Also check the carpets to make sure they aren't wet, indicating a leak and creating mold. I'm just hitting all the possible bases. Also make sure that the water vent tube near the A/C condenser is open. When running A/C you see dripping water on the ground underneath passenger side of car. Hope this helps.

#10806 of 10833 Re: Bad smell in car [jimsea1] by ateixeira

Sep 23, 2010 (8:53 am)

Replying to: jimsea1 (Sep 22, 2010 3:12 pm)
My 93 Miata had a musty smell.
 
Try some Lysol - spray it in the air intake in the cowl (if that's where it is).
 
Put the interior fan on High, fresh air mode. Then spray in Lysol so that the vents suck it in and disinfect the vents.

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