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for "What does this sound mean?" questions. Please describe where the noise is coming from, at least generally, and when it occurs, and what sort of sound it is (grating, squeaking, clatter, etc...).

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What is the procedure for replacing a belt tensioner pulley on a 2002 Subaru Outback?

My wife's 2002 Subaru Outback (the Legacy body) has approximately 100K miles on the odometer. Under acceleration, I'm hearing a sound like a possible failing belt tensioner. It's a very distinct cyc …
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What could be causing a distinct exhaust drone in a tight band around 3250 rpms on a 2004 Su...

is the current situation on my currently all-stock (intake and exhaust tracts) 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX: when revving carefully around 3250 rpms (+/- 100 rpms), there is a distinct jump in the overall noise … It's challenging to tell if the problem exists with the muffler removed entirely as it's swamped but all the other noise (or song, depending on your preference). …
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Minor boost leak and shrill tone at peak boost: hose clamp, gasket or blow off valve?

It could be a blow off valve noise but I'm super surprised to hear this much racket: the stock blow off valve has always been very subtle (no big whoosh on drop throttles for instance). …
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What are the audible symptoms of a failing starter motor?

My 2004 Subaru WRX has 110000 miles on the odometer and I'm worried about the original equipment starter motor. Here are the audible symptoms that have me concerned: During the winter, I noticed th …
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