Here is the rear B-pillar clip, with this and the front clip removed it is ready to be removed. Im curious if theyd be a worthwhile upgrade for a more permanent fix. The 2021 Foresters $25,845 starting price includes standard all-wheel drive and an impressive list of safety features. Tapered edge should face forward. Has anyone had trouble with excessive wind noise on the driver's or passenger's side windows? If you experience a higher than desired idle speed situation you need only apply more brake pressure and then have it diagnosed locally. 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 partial and temporary solution). Roll. Furthermore if your town has a 30 yrs behind times dealership travel to a big dealership for the best deal. I took the blow hairdryer and after warming up the gussets, I took a cloth to cover them and then using a plyers gently squeezed them together viola the noise is basically gone. 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 . There are some measurements that Subaru suggests making prior to replacing the gusset jut to insure replacing the gusset is necessary. I will have to check this out with them. sandyc3 Member Posts: 2. Thank you for the idea. Quit making excuses, JUSTIN!!! 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. Crack both rear windows when you open the sunroof. The steering is accurate but lacks feedback, and while the Forester handles well enough there are sportier choices. Too many things contribute to the noise. It should work better there. Those gray smoked plastic wind deflectors work quite well if you can find room to mount them with no door frame. This is a poor design. The second solution I read about is to buy a wind baffle type thing that is made for the front of a roof rack with cross bars, which will both reduce wind noise and also help with mileage. Also try not to close the door using the window because thats what causes the window gap to increase..If the gap opens up again , repeat the procedure. Before the Outbacks I had Legacy wagons. It just costs a little money. I am excited to purchase a new Outback Limited (which will be my first Subaru) once VW decides what to do with my illegal 2014 Jetta TDI. Clear editor. Cargo space is competitive, and the large and upright tailgate helps with access. If you are pressed to purchase Subaru buy off the lot and don't order special. Three years of nagging wind finally gone. The frameless doors use the window pressure against the upper seal to keep wind noise out, with c I had my old car "fixed" at the dealer but it never really went away. Thanks for the write-up. In this video I fix that annoying wind noise inside the Subaru Forester. 1990 to Present Legacy, Impreza, Outback, Forester, Baja, WRX&WrxSTI, SVX. Noise was so bad, I was thinking about getting a new carnow Im happy with my 2004 Forester. Hi everyone. I am very disappointed in Subaru quality control. Maybe in an attempt to keep the window from tipping in due to the weakness of the gusset? When I get home I will work on it. I am sooo happy to be able to know how to fix it. I simply used pliers and went around the gusset perimeter, squeezing a little bit until the gap was the right width to permit smooth window operation, yet have no gap after the window was rolled up. After reading these posts, it doesn't seem like it will work but I will try what they suggest for now. Subaru window seal, Drivers side: 63521SA010. After ALL THESE YEARS youd think that SUBARU would have figured it out. I have replaced my mirror gusset, which is one of the most common failure points for Forester. Good. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. From reading about this exact issue online, there is a lot to it. 1truess. 2016 3.6R Outback; tungsten metallic with E/S and every option. Could be a gap between the windshield upper molding and the roof. Is this issue the same as a high pitched squeaky noise that happens at high speeds and on windy days? No I didn't any thing light up on my console but then it only lasts for a second or two. There are no sudden acceleration issues in the 2003 Forester, its is not drive by wire like the newer vehicles including the Toyotas you have read about in the news , there is an idle speed control motor that comes on whenever there is increased load such as when the Ac compressor engages. Your previous content has been restored. There is actually a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) number 12-82-04 pertaining to the updated gussets on certain model Subarus. These are among my key reasons to replace it with a newer, younger seal. I only notice wind noise from my Subaru aero bars at really high speeds. One I dont work for Subaru, I work on them, we take great car of our local customers. In an age when high belt lines and shrinking windows make a backup camera essential for survival, the Subaru Forester stands out with excellent visibility. In checking I found that someone has added a hard plastic shim inside the molding on both sides that seems to connect with the very top edge of the gusset. This thread provides some options, but as I said the fix in our Forester was working. I just bought a 2004 Forester and thats the first thing I noticed. go through a rigorous multi-point inspection. Ready to run down the highway and see what it sounds like. Body control module. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Here are six things we like and four that we would like to see improved. If noise while driving is irritating to you and spending some money to cure those noises when they arise is upsetting I would suggest a different car, but there will always be a trade off. After 218k miles it is time to swap these seals out. Thank, I will ask the next time I have the car up there. I concluded that it was done by the dealer who sold it to me. Leaving the side channels open to allow you to reinstall it. Thanks. THANKS for info!!!!! What wind noise? There is an easy,no cost, fix for the wind noise. It sounds like someone is blowing through the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone. If anyone knows the answer to Jodis question I would LOVE to hear it because my 2003 Subaru Outback has this exact issue. I do not expect Subaru to pay for the repair, but I do expect them to provide notifcation of this known design flaw and fix. There is no loyalty where dealer purchased autos are concerned. It feels like someone running their finger nails on a chalk board to me everytime I drive my car. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. If you sell the updatd 2003 forester part, i am interested. Thats the part where I try to help readers, I give them a little info they might not get otherwise, thats just me trying to help. If its windy and im going 80, then yeah i hear it. My conclusion was Subaru would fix it OR buy my car back (lemon law) once I drove it off the lot. 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." Justin re acceleration issues I just finished See the following video starting at 3:22. I suggest you research the term TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) as it pertains to the industry, because you obviously have not before posting here. Like it or not this is an Industry issue, and no car company ever has nor ever will let you know about anything other than safety recalls, period. Maybe I have the wind noise problem you guys talk about and just don't realize it. Sign in or register to get started. I was quoted $25. That said, there is an ideal spot to mount the bars so they do not make noise. I assuming your roof bars are in the stowed position. Replace gussets if under warranty or pinch as described above. My local shop often uses used parts to help save customers money. Lots of compact SUVs have sporty aspirations, whether they can deliver on the promise or not. Cars.coms Editorial department is your source for automotive news and reviews. This issue continues to fascinate. Now we will take a look at what it takes to swap out your own. The window gussets and gaskets don't seem to be a problem. B-Quiet.com sells premium automotive sound deadening or sound deader at an affordable price. sincerly ,Mahdi. The only difficult part is the B-pillar removal, which took a bit of figuring out that will be explained below. Clearly its a design flaw. For a cost of $500.00, the investment in your Subaru Forester 2022 will be well worth it. Did you notice this noise after having your windshield replaced? BTW- I think, but can't prove, that the dealer did what I describe above to cure it the second time. My outback has this problem. If this is a design issue why is the noise only on the passengers side? Im Sorry but my Expertise really lies with Subaru, I am unaware of any potential updated component for your Hyundai. You will have an award-winning car with noticeably less wind and road noise. $92 from the Subaru Stealer. I will take the LACK of sudden acceleration problems, floor mat issues, brakes that fail, cars that catch fire, roll over etc that I have always seen with Subaru that instead plaque most of the other car companies that make cars at the same price point. Other models in some cases can have the gussets adjusted to resolve the noise. 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. I even replaced the door seals with no discernible improvement. Take a hair dryer and heat up the gusset and bend towards the glass. Update: allsubaru.com has them in stock for $73 each. roll of B-Quiet Ultimate Automotive Sound Deadener will cost $164.00. The Editorial department is independent of Cars.coms advertising, sales and sponsored content departments. This will allow us to separate the seal from the B-pillar trim. please guide me basically. It is a skill that I suggest you develop if you want to continue to give advice and stop ending threads). For a quick look at what works and whatdoesnt, read on. I've done it once and it's lasted over 10 months now. i have replaced the left doors and i have the same noise in the new doors. Does not take long and costs nothing. In the event it does need a gusset, if it was to develop an issue during the 3/36 warranty it would be considered defective and replaced under warranty, if it happens out of that warranty its your car. It is not a little wind noise, and it is not trivial, as evidenced by the number of posts in this forum and elsewhere. You can store them in your garage or home or (this may vary by model and generation) you may be able to store them under the rear cargo floor. Thank you so much for documenting this. The Forester is quick and agile. My Outback has slightly more crosswind noise than my Legacy ('05) has. All Wheel Drive Auto, LLC is an Independent Subaru Service and Repair Facility. Without a guide I spent about 20 minutes to complete this repair. The worst of it sounded like leaves or gravel hitting the glass when driving in cross winds. roll, B-Quiet Extreme Sound Deadener 50 SQFT. The 2021 Forester's $25,845 starting price includes standard all-wheel drive and an impressive list of safety features. It's a part of owning a vehicle with the aerodynamics of a brick and adding accessories that alter the shape of the brick will add to drag and to noise. It's easy to install them backwards. With the seal removed you can now see the channel it resides in too. Very pricey part for such a trivial item. As far as the issue in Reverse? Critical area is the gap at the fender/door/A-pillar. Its a superseded Part # but there is no TSB to suggest its improved for the Forester only for the 2000 to 2004 Legacy and Outback. I believe the entire glass needs to shift toward the rear of the car by about .25. One thing SG (03-08) Foresters dont do well is keep out the wind noise. I was amazed at how much noise had been from this area on my 2000 Legacy once they were replaced. Thank you for your insight. Push the window seal to the side and put the six screws back in. It was the best $185 I have spent. I noticed a price in a prior post, has that changed? I drive a Subaru Forrestor 2004 XT and occasionally while driving at freeway speeds and on windy days, I will hear a loud alarm or tone go off for a couple of seconds or two. Most of the reports for the Outbacks that I read here seem to be the ones with the tweeter kits that are mounted there. With the channels back in place you can pull the seal down and install it under the B-pillar plastic garnish. Van Conversion Insulation Sound Deadening Package For Ultimate Comfort in Your Van! The picture doesnt do justice to the gap formed btetween the glass and the door gusset. Best of all, the same virtues make it an excellent choice for muddy dirt roads and areas where deep snow is likely. Take 5% off your first order You can also donate by using the link below! I agree Subaru isnt perfect, no cars are. Hi there, Bottom line is that this is an annoying design flaw. We have the packages to fix that. The doors definitely have a nice solid thud when closing the door/window. Hardy noticeable and I am particularly annoyed with wind noise and rattles. You might not need to buy new gussets. I asked about the cause of the problem and he pointed out that if you lean against the glass from the inside while getting into the car in a tight space or if you open the door by pulling on the glass, it springs the metal over time and allows for the air gap and noise. Up next is pulling the seal up and around from the B-pillar seal. The cubby includes USB ports, but its not large enough for some smartphones. 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)? It only took a few minutes to fix! Last year, immediately after the dealer did an oil change, I noticed a high-pitched, faint whine, similar to a squeaky belt noise, at speed between 40-60 mph. I have the tweeters from the stereo(factory) there, so I'll have to see how they're attached. We often cruise at 90 mph. Is there anything else I need to check? When I pull the sideview mirrior in the sounds diminishes but is still present. It happens when it is on highway speeds when it is windy. No more noise. Buy yours today at B-Quiet.com. I have a February, 2015 build date and have not had any wind noise issues with my car. After investigation I realized they were/had been glued into the molding on the doors. Before it lasted abot 6 months when the dealer worked on it before the noise was back. Certified cars are manufacturer warrantied and typically Justin: Regarding your response to T. Wild. Or like blowing hard on a leaf to make a music-like sound? Your hearing is impaired? How Much Do Electric Car Charging Stations Cost? Which can make your ears bleed on the highway. Our mid-trim Sport test car came with a power drivers seat, panoramic moonroof, keyless entry with push-button start, 18-inch black alloy wheels, heated front seats and more. The wind noise on my MY03 XS Forester comes from the area marked by the arrows in the pic below. I do understand that you find the wind noise to be irritating, I also hope you understand that no manufacture builds a perfect car. Wish my terminology was better but thats the best I can come up with. Ending by rolling the windows back up and trying to shut the door and checking the window seal. 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. 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. Yep. I have read a lot about the wind noise; I am a musician and wind noise would be a deal-breaker for me. Or .. nope. Small amount of wind noise and very reasonable road/tire noise from the Bridgestone all season OEMs. You may have a dirt Idle speed control motor, has yours been cleaned recently? I had round aftermarket bars that I clamped onto the rail gutters of a couple of cars I had a few decades ago, and the bars were unpleasantly noisy. For certain Subaru models there is an updated part called the door gusset that will resolve this issue for you and bring back some of the piece and quiet you used to enjoy in your Subaru. Otherwise a few assorted trim tools will help you pop the rivet clips off. However, there is some noticeable wind and road noise at high speeds. I checked some of these out before I posted. 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. When the mirror, door and window seals become degraded and old you pretty much cant hear yourself think, let alone a passenger. Subaru Issues Big Recalls for Crosstrek, Impreza, Forester, 2020 Subaru Forester: Bolstered EyeSight, Bumped-Up Prices. There is, of course, a backup camera, but you might not need to rely on it. Here is what B-pillar looks like without the center garnish and seals. You may have an out of range Throttle position sensor. To the post, the very first thing I said in this post is if you have a 2000 to 2004 Subaru Legacy or Outback that has some wind noise, here is an updated door gusset that will take care of the noise, I even provided the TSB number. Your email address will not be published. The purpose of service bulletins are to help a vehicle manufacturer cut down on warranty time claims paid back to a Dealership for labor operations involving some sort of diagnoses paid to a line technician. There is a hole in the seal that I resealed, near the mirror gusset. And sooooo easy to do. Related Video: 2021 Subaru Forester Review. I recommend safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Here is the channel with the seal removed. It rides very comfortably, handles responsively, and it has decent fuel economy and adequate acceleration. I have 03 and 04 Foresters. As Subarus have gained in popularity over the last 10 years especially I often find myself having to try and point out that there are some things that Subarus are known for and some that they are not, Subaru does not have a track record for building quiet cars, only safe ones. Front window and A-pillar seal installed back into the channel. This will work for any wind noise for Subarus without a window frame.Here is the C clamp: https://amzn.to/3qCqxXiHere are the gussets Left: https://amzn.to/3Nrxlkoand Right: https://amzn.to/3LoOKZfSupport the channel through my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jroblingCheck out Merch on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jroblingor Teespring: https://teespring.com/stores/jroblingFollow me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebookhttps://twitter.com/MrRoblinghttps://www.instagram.com/mrroblinghttps://www.facebook.com/mrroblingCheck out every product that I review or I recommend in my videos here on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jroblingMy Gear:Camera: https://amzn.to/36jsHBzPhone: https://amzn.to/3oN0soeLens: https://amzn.to/3fXb9hTLight kit: https://amzn.to/33q4zv4LED lights: https://amzn.to/37kHsTVSound proofing: https://amzn.to/36eXvmKTripod: https://amzn.to/2J9txIpMini Tripod: https://amzn.to/3mjlSWaShotgun Mic: https://amzn.to/3qbL0jJLav mic: https://amzn.to/3qbOB1i From the design of the glass, to the mirrors, and their placement. I used a a small piece of rubber hose behind the seal to help bolster it out to help seal up the upper area. One of the typical things that will happen to your Subaru is over time you will hear an increased amount of wind type noise coming into the cabin area of the car especially at freeway speeds. no talking all hvac and what not controls off radio etc and preferably drive in some wind. Welcome to the Subaru Outback Owners Forum, we have tons of information about your Subaru Outback, from a Subaru Outback Wiki to customer reviews. Very concerning as this is the year Suburu I own. While riding as passenger i wedged folded over paper between window and gusset and quiet was restored to the cabin. We still hear the road noise but that is hardly noticeable. THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES: 3x Rolls Of 50 Sq Ft B-Quiet Ultimate Butyl Sound Deadener which goes down first on the floors, walls, ceiling, and driver and passenger doors 2x Sheets Of B-Quiet SUV Sound Deadening Package PACKAGE INCLUDES: 2 x 50-Foot Rolls of the B-QuietUltimate Sound Deadening for the floors, doors, and trunk area 1 x Sheet of VComp Mass Loaded Vinyl Sound Absorber for over the transmission tunnel 1 Application Roller FEATURES: Excellent Sound-Proofing foryour Full Size Pick up TruckSound Deadening Package Is your truck Loud? 2015 Limited, NO NOISEfor awhile, I thought that perhaps I was deaf BUT my wife, 9 years younger and not as much of a fan of Jimi Hendrix (as I am), says the car is quiet. With the window down, gently squeeze the outer and inner sides of the triangle that the outside mirror is attached to. This really works! On my old car, it was on the driver side, this time it is the passenger so my sense is that it is a faulty gusset/seal design. Good luck! Then you're down to just plain wind noise, which is still a little annoying, but doesn't feel like your head is about to explode!!! The rounded side facing to the rear will create turbulence. Is it your Drs job to pick you up and take you in for a physical or do you need to make a Phone call? Related: 2021 Subaru Forester Review: A Worthy Contender. Ill be test driving it in a few on the highway to see if the noise is gone. Typically an auto manufacturer will realize that there are problems after a number of complaints, but will not inform their customers unless there exists a life safety issue. Opening them should release the pressures. ", I am on my 6th Subaru, three of them Outbacks: (2nd Gen 2000 2.5, 4th Gen 2011 2.5 Premium, 5th Gen 2016 2.5 Ltd). 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. Just like i would in most other cars i imagine. The easier fix is to roll down the window, get two thin pieces of wood or plastic put them on the outside (one on each side) and with one or two vice grip pliers applied to there outside clamp down and leave for about a minute. My Subaru Stealer(I love that! 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. This has been an annoying problem with my cousins 2003 Forester from the beginning. I experienced loud wind noise and the dealer said it probably was the roof rack. We can start with the front seal located on the A-pillar. Subaru Forester: Which Should You Buy, 2020 or 2021? The Subaru Forester is a solid choice in the segment. For a cost of $500.00, the investment in your Subaru Forester 2022 will be well worth it. Take it for a test drive on the highway and get your own impression. 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