trickniner Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 my 05 has 100900 miles on it. I just bought it last week and I am hearing the bearing noises. Anyone have experience on Subaru cutting some slack on the extended warranty when its so close to 100k? Or am I screwed and should just pick up parts off Fred Bean? Like others have said having some historical evidence that it was at least known there could be an issue will be helpful. But also don't count out just straight up asking if they can do something for you. I bought an 07 with 45k this last spring. When I bought it I could tell there was something up with the rear end. The day after I got it home I brought it to the dealer and they told it me it was both rear wheel bearings. The car was out of warranty due to age so I called SOA and asked if they could do anything for me especially since the mileage was low. Keep in mind I had literally had the car for a day in my name and had very little history with the dealer I go to as I usually do most of my maintenance. Despite that Subaru offered to pay for half of the cost, which given the situation I was happy with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitskip Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Good news! The dealership/Subaru covered my rear wheel bearing! Free fix! 101000 miles! I am stoked that Subaru stands behind their product like that. Once had a Mazda that the air conditioner went out at 62,000 miles, warrantied at 60k miles, and Mazda did nothing for us. Sceerewed. I am a Subaru lover for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJr Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 The dealership probably fudged the mileage report. They get paid from Subaru and they have a happy customer. I could be wrong. Great to hear though. Good bye humming & roaring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murderDOCkill Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Damn, just moved to Colorado from Pennsylvania in August. Brought my car out at the beginning of this month and am hearing a hum from my back wheel. Left PA with 99500, 102,000 now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 That's not great. But easy replacement - Walkthroughs (front/rear) are in the Basic Maintenance Sub-forum. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TenzoGT Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 You can lift the car and shake the wheel and tire to feel for loose parts. If nothing is found, you should spin the wheel and tire around as fast as you can and then while spinning, put your hand on the spring/strut and if you feel roughness and or hear the growling noise, you have found the culprit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBoyGT Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Anyone know if the Timken rear hub assembly has the OEM ABS sensor? Somone said some brands do and some don't so just seeing if anyone here has used Timken's.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 I think others have used them and they were fine. My Moog's are doing well in both rears. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBoyGT Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 I think others have used them and they were fine. My Moog's are doing well in both rears. Ya i heard the Moog's are good but i already got the Timken. Haven't started the install yet so i can exchange it but if it would be nice if i didn't have to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 IMO if the timken part number say's it fits your car, it should work. If it doesn't, it's much easier to replace the second time or third. Ask me how I know ? 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoDo1975 Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Anybody know if the extended wheel bearing warranty is also extended in canada? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Anyone know if the Timken rear hub assembly has the OEM ABS sensor? Somone said some brands do and some don't so just seeing if anyone here has used Timken's.. Is there a bit of metal sticking out the backside of the hub bearing assembly with a 3/8"ish-wide groove cut into it? If so, then it should work fine. That groove is where the ABS sensor rides. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spasm Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Gotta love Subaru service. I'm one month past the extended warranty (20k miles under), and they don't want to cover it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Have you called Subaru of America, may be they can help.... Hey its worth a shot. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spasm Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Have you called Subaru of America, may be they can help.... Hey its worth a shot. Yeah, and while they didn't give me an outright no, they weren't very encouraging either. Anyhow, will find out on Tues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 SOA customer service will likely step-up on this one, especially if you filed no claims against your extended service. Or, you brought this to the attention of your dealer before it expired and they did nothing then. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBoyGT Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Is there a bit of metal sticking out the backside of the hub bearing assembly with a 3/8"ish-wide groove cut into it? If so, then it should work fine. That groove is where the ABS sensor rides. Attached is a pic of what i have let me know if it looks good to go.. thanks.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 That looks good to me from what I can remember mine looking like. I think I have a picture at home. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Looks very similar to the OEM one. This is a pic of my 2005 rear HBA that I just replaced with new OEM at 133K. You can see the groove between the mounting flange and load-ridge (where it fits into the rear trailing arm). Seems to be about 1/4" wide and about 5/16" deep. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBoyGT Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Ya does look similar. OK well its going in this weekend then. Ill keep the thread updated so ppl will know whether or not to get the timken assembly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBoyGT Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Update. So all went well and it's been about 20 miles and no ABS light. I'm assuming it would come on right away so hopefully I am safe. So timkens are good for the rears at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Thanks for the update 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outahere Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 Anyone know if the Timken rear hub assembly has the OEM ABS sensor? Somone said some brands do and some don't so just seeing if anyone here has used Timken's.. According to the link below, not clear that they are using the OE sensor. http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=1119780&cc=1430733 Around $75 at rockauto. The SKF rear hub is around $108. SKF says they do use the OE sensor. http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=1836266&cc=1430733 Who manufactures the rear hub for Subaru? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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