ToRealEyes Posted August 10, 2006 Share Posted August 10, 2006 Well...the car is at 13k miles now. It's been lightly driven, but there are some things that have come up that I really feel itchy about. The biggest annoyance right now is the tendency for a loud clunk sound every time the brake is applied at a slower speed, such as pulling out of a parking spot, or crawling forward in CALIFORNIA traffic. Anyone know what this is? Oh yes. Whenever the headlights are turned on, the radio display's LED lights begin to flicker as if it were to the beat of whatever music i was playing. I'm pretty sure this isn't normal...and it only happens when it's playing a CD. Besides this...has anyone else had the problem where the handles on the inside of the car for the driver door gets 'pushed in' so to speak? It bothers me quite some, since the other side's is fine. Thanks a ton in advance! -J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itzed Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I have an 06, 2300 miles, and I don't have any of the problems you mentioned (yet). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 No - is the tranny making this clunk? When I goose it or pop the go pedal it'll clunk which is weird how it holds the gear like that No - sounds like a loose ground of some kind if it is to the beat of the music No - haven't seen that thank God All sounds like warranty... My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06White2.5I Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I have the clunk also, it sounds like mine is in the tranny somewhere. I may take it in and have them look at it, I still have less than 3000 miles on mine:icon_conf Have Camera...Will Travel ~2007 LegacyGT.com Calendar (October)~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aldouse Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 umm dude go get it checked up at dealership. it should all be covered under warranty. i havent expereienced anything of that sort yet. -- yay for the sig! -- my garage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steiner Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Come on, guys. I'm sure he knows to go to the dealer. What I'm feelin' from his post is, "Some things that are happening on this car make me wonder about what its future holds." Your radio flicker problem sounds like an alternator issue since it happens when the lights are turned on. Do you also get a little bit of headlight flicker at night (not related to the music since you've got stock audio)? Check first for loose connections on the grounds and power leads (battery, frame, engine, alternator, etc.). Also get your alt load tested for free at a AutoZone or something. A bad one will take out your battery and vice versa. Your clunk might be a loose caliper. You can take your tires off and grab the calibers and yank them a few times to see how they feel. This works for other things as well. Experience is something you don't get until right after you needed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebpda9 Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 is the car an auto or a manual ? the autos will click the shift lock solenoid at about 6mph so you can't throw the car in reverse while moving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andersoncollectibles Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I noticed a loud clunk sometimes when the car has been parked awhile (for a few days) when I try and pull it out of the driveway. It almost sounds like it was stuck to the ground and is trying to unstick. Then we were having a strange knocking sound.. determined it was the endlinks..and suspesion (both aftermarket).. hopefully those issues will be resolved soon. But as far as the loud clunk.. not a clue what it is. Children's and Family Photographer http://www.AForgetMeNotMoment.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itzed Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Are you guys sure this "clunk" you're hearing isn't just the Anti-Lock braking system check? That's normal and happens when the car has been switched off and you start it and begin to roll. Almost all cars with AL braking do that. If it only happens once after begin to roll, and then doesn't happen again until the next time you shut it off, then I would suspect that's what it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhBe1 Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Rattling right speaker, denied by dealer. To be fixed when I upgrade the speakers. Leaking rear diff, replaced under warranty. Noise from rear , but that was the new mufflers, which I tightened up. Headrests too far forward. Suspension too soft, partially helped by LGT rear bar. Sunglass box a bit hard to open, not fixed by replacement under warranty. That's it, I think. 06LOB2.5i MT, JDMRSB, GYTTs, HPS, LGT Mufflers & Leather Wheel, SubiMomo Knob, Inalfa Moonroof, Clutch Switch Bypass, DeDRLd, DeChimed, & Straight Headrest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I noticed a loud clunk sometimes when the car has been parked awhile (for a few days) when I try and pull it out of the driveway. It almost sounds like it was stuck to the ground and is trying to unstick. THAT sounds like when the rotors get rusted onto the calipers - happens to me if I park the car in the garage after driving in the rain or immediately after washing the car. Happens more often on the Miata, but it's no big deal as you 'clean' the rotors very effectively during normal driving! Besides this...has anyone else had the problem where the handles on the inside of the car for the driver door gets 'pushed in' so to speak? It bothers me quite some, since the other side's is fine. txkid - can you describe this a little better, or take some pix? Kinda sound like a problem I had, that the dealer was happy to replace under warranty for me. Seek first to understand, then to be understood. In other words: SEARCH before you post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeattleLegacy Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 there's a slight clunk from the tranny/center diff when getting going after i haven't driven the car in a while (such as overnight). its done that since I got it, apparently its the center diff getting going as i was told. haven't had any of the other problems you mentioned. although, the matte finish on the door pull handle is coming off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonjo Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I agree with Scooter about the clunk after starting the car after it sits for a while (usually a few days): it's some rust that breaks loose. My Toyota did that often. The other possibility is that you have a loose wheel. Go around to each wheel, grab it at ten and two, and shake like a madman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToRealEyes Posted August 11, 2006 Author Share Posted August 11, 2006 Yeaaa..I'd take them to a dealership, but the one I trust has like a 2 week wait list on appointments. Do they have to see identification before they begin their warranty work? I ask only because I'm not the owner of this car, my dad is. is the car an auto or a manual ? the autos will click the shift lock solenoid at about 6mph so you can't throw the car in reverse while moving it's an auto (parents' choice, family car) but i kinda doubt it's the shift lock thing...but I don't know.. It shouldn't be what scooter mentioned; this car is a daily driver, especially after my dad recently blew up his 97 ford escort. (engine overheat) for all these problems...how would you approach the dealership? I've never gone to a dealership for warranty work, and I honestly and quite frankly don't know how it works over there. What do I say to get the right message across? How do I prevent them from taking advantage of me as mechanics? I am young, forgive my youth. thanks again, everyone Pictures of the handle: http://photos-434.facebook.com/ip005/v40/174/119/1031670147/s1031670147_30013434_9264.jpg Left side http://photos-435.facebook.com/ip005/v40/174/119/1031670147/s1031670147_30013435_9752.jpgright side It's strange...both lefts are messed up, and both rights are fine! -J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itzed Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 http://photos-434.facebook.com/ip005/v40/174/119/1031670147/s1031670147_30013434_9264.jpg Left side http://photos-435.facebook.com/ip005/v40/174/119/1031670147/s1031670147_30013435_9752.jpgright side That ain't right. Bite the bullet and spend the day at the dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebpda9 Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 weird. the red stickers on my left are going, and i never ever touch the lock thingie. it's all done by remote or the power lock button Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyLover88 Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 I just got my 05 2.5i last week...its got 16k on it, i've noticed a slight clunk but only when the car has been sitting overnight. Otherwise it seems to be holding up pretty well. The silver trim around the window and lock controls on the driver side door is peeling or flaking off though...so it has some black spots in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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