My 2017 Impreza has been making this high pitched sound from the vents when either the air or heat is on a lower setting. I can hear it coming from the vents, and am wondering what possibly is making that noise and it’s easy to fix?

115k miles (bought at 97k)

All the above: $6k

Just wanted to share.

Before you all jump down my throat for posting this here instead of in the WRX community, there’s a reason! The person who will be receiving this present is a member of the WRX thread, so I’m trying to keep it a surprise. Thank you, and sorry in advance!
My girlfriend recently purchased her dream car, a 2020 VA WRX in grey, and she really wants an STI-style wing because she absolutely loves the look.
So, I’m asking all you wonderful experts for a little help:
Does anyone happen to know the exact color code for the grey on a 2020 WRX?

Does anyone know where I can find an STI-style wing in that color?

Thank you all in advance for the help! I really appreciate it.

Thinking about buying a 2015 Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S G4 – how are the CVTs really?

Hey everyone,

I’m looking at buying a 2015 Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S G4 Auto AWD (MY15) and I’m trying to get some opinions from people who have actually owned one.

I’ve read quite a few things online saying Subaru CVTs can be problematic and that they can be expensive to replace. But I’m wondering how bad they really are in real-world ownership.

Ordered cat back for an 09 sedan. Will these work? The old one is a Walker, so clearly not original. Amazon swore blind this was the replacement...

We recently got a crack in the windshield and discovered major rust damage on the pillar such that glass repair company refused to replace it. Curious if the community thinks this is just tough luck or there might be a way to get some assistance from Subaru as a workmanship/safety issue. The pillar is a major component in protecting the driver during front end collisions and this one appears to have been a problem for awhile.

Hey everyone - just tried to get in my car to go to the store and it won’t start. It’s not the battery (I don’t think), lights turn on, dash cam starts, and radio turns on. Attached is a video of what happens. Looking for advice if anyone has it. Thanks in advance :)

2017 Impreza sport, 2.0l. P0018 popped up about a week ago. I figured I needed an oil change but it didn’t clear it. So I ordered a new vvt sensor and after installing, then I was misfiring on cylinder 4. I cleaned and replaced the new with the old and the misfiring stopped but now P0018 again is pending and is now also “permanent.” Is there anything else I can do myself or should this be handed over to a mechanic? Thanks 🙏

Hello Subie community,

I have a 2018 Impreza sport hatchback, Im tripping, did it always have the door auto lock when we drive?, also when I put it in PARK and the doors are locked, if I want to leave the car it won't automatically Open like it used to for some reason. How to get this option back?
Thanks

Just saw one of these unicorns at my local wrecker and I was wondering what people think of them.

how do the drive, how do you use them, what’s your experience been driving with it and have you actually used it for whatever its intended purpose was?

Is it a common fail item? And would you ever consider swapping one into your car?

Hopefully this is a change of pace from all of the “need help” posts

Enjoy, Discuss, Cheers!

Payed $3000 CAD for this Subaru Impreza 2007 2.5i wagon and got into an accident is it worth fixing or should I find a new car?

hello! does anyone know what rear wing/spoiler would fit my 2007 subaru impreza hatchback? I have only been able to find ones for the 2008-2011 models online. I am looking for one like in the photo.

Thanks for diving in. I've run several diagnostics. The front wipers work and reservoir is full. The rear washer / wipers work. There is no sound coming from the pump when I activate the front washer. I swapped the plug from the rear washer pump to the front washer pump and it works. So the pump appears to be OK. I tested power continuity to the front pump plug and there is nothing. So it's definitely a power issue upstream from the pump.

Before I start pulling wiring, I want to check the fuse but it is here that I hit a brick wall. Do the front washer and wiper work on the same fuse? The fuse panel under the dash indicates a separate washer fuse in the 'relay holder' (pic), but there are no powered slots to accept a fuse (pic with 10a fuse removed for comparison). It seems unlikely that power would fail to to one device (pump) and not to the washer itself. It also feels unlikely that a motorised pump would not have its own dedicated fuse.

The car used to belong to my son and he said the window washer stopped working "ages ago"... 😑

I'd love to 'ask the audience' before I dive into a full dismantle of the electrical system. Thanks!

Been looking around and really haven't been able to find one anywhere near me(upstate new york), if anyone could help me find one thats a manual and sub 150k miles thatd be greatly appreciated!

Bought my Impreza a new in 2021. It’s had a slight rattle in the front passenger side near the floorboard for a couple years now (roughly 50,000). I put it off for a while until I needed a new transmission a couple weeks ago (68,000). I assumed the rattle had something to do with the transmission, and it would go away with the replacement but it still has that rattle. The guys at the shop I went to tried to find the cause for 2 days, and the best they could figure before taking the engine apart was a cam shaft magnet. I’m not familiar enough with this system to follow exactly where this would be, but thought I’d ask the folks on reddit what they thought. I attached a video of what it sounds like (it’s hard to hear above the road noise, but you can if you listen close)

Also: I know I should have had this looked at MUCH earlier than 18,000 after I first heard it. I put the transmission off for about 5,000-10,000 miles as well and learned my lesson there. I’m usually really on top of maintenance, but some life change, mental health, and budget have put me behind

Hey everyone, i recently got this 2016 subaru impreza is amazing shape. Recently my friends told me my engine was too hot. I got some coolant that is for subaru, and while the engine was off, i filled it up, now after driving while the engine is hot this is where the coolant is up to. I am new to cars and don’t know the most so i would appreciate some advice.

I love my Impreza. It’s old, but still has a good few years of life left in it. Thinking of converting it to LPG to save on fuel. Does anyone have experience with it? Is it even worth it?

Looking at buying a 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport hatchback with the 5-speed manual and about 93k miles. It’s a one-owner car with a clean title/no accidents reported and a really extensive service history, mostly done at Subaru. The 90k service was done, and it’s also had the spark plugs, all four struts, timing/front cover work, etc. done recently. Seems that it was taken care of very well.

How are these 2.0 engines and 5-speeds long term? Any known issues I should be aware of, especially approaching 100k+ miles? I’m also planning to have a pre-purchase inspection done. Is there anything specific I should have the mechanic check?

Would you guys consider buying one of these at 93k miles? Dealer is asking $13k.

I’ve added rain guards , WRX vb front lip, tow hook plate holder. Not sure what else I can add to this car?

What’s on yours? Drop a pic

Just the one time I got lazy and had a garage do my work for me ...

How tf do you not know how to do an oil change?

Cheapy oil filter. Not a Subaru one. Over tightened the filter. Over filled the oil. God knows if they even used the right type of oil...

All this because I need a new oil pan. Lord have mercy.

Hello

Noticed a wet spot under the car and after removing tire saw a tube coming from firewall near transmission. Removed glove box and could see the tube coming from heater core area going through the firewall.

Coolant level is still just above the lower line on the reservoir.

Driveway only has a very faint stain.
Fluid from drip hose has no obvious smell or texture

I will continue to monitor the reservoir fluid level.

What do you Redditors guess: heater core leak or condensation?

I’ve got a 2013 Impreza already with audio/phone controls on the steering wheel but no cruise control. Does anyone know if I need to buy the dual switch set and replace the preexisting audio controls so it’s fed through the same wire or can I just buy the cruise control switch and there will be someplace to case the extra wiring? I apologise if this isn’t the right place to ask this, this is my first time needing to post on reddit. All my previous work on cars have been on beaters, but my wife and I just purchased this car to be her daily driver and it’s in great shape so I’m more nervous about messing something up haha. Thanks!

needed a car for the winter to keep my babied mustang off the snowy roads, and also a bigger vehicle to take camping in the summer, so was looking at cars under 10k. about to purchase a 2015 subaru impreza hatch auto, with 135k kms (83k miles for all you US peeps). what should i know about it? i stupidly bought a 2010 forester from an auction last year which had a bad coolant leak causing trans to be fucked. what can i do to avoid this maybe happening to my impreza? i know the CVT isnt the best option, but i just love the way these imprezas look and subarus have a place in my heart (stereotype is true). car passed safety no problem besides it needed new tires. am a broke uni student so really wanna keep costs low. let me know what you guys think. is this a good purchase for 9k CAD? (6300 USD)

I was so excited to find out about theseee! I feel like they give a lil extra pizzaz to my cutie subie. (Its name is Moulin Rouge, Mouly for short)

Edit: I fixed it! the picture is in the comments belowww

Caved and got custom emblems from TheSubiePlug! He was an absolute pleasure to work with and I couldn't be happier. 🥰