Forester Suspension Problem

This is a follow up to a previous post so hoping with additional info it might remind someone of a similar situation. I have a 2006 Forester

2.5 x Auto w/40k miles that has a possible suspension problem. The noise seems to be coming from the passenger side front area. I hear the noise when backing up, going over bumps and occasionally while applying the brakes. If I go over a speed bump with the left tire only no noise so it's definitely associated with the right front tire. The noise is like a short crack and always comes from the same area.

I've been trying to resolve this w/dealer and the possible suspect is the control arm. They replaced the bushing and made some adjustments that have reduced the noise but it's still there. After picking up the car all symptoms were gone for a day or two but now reappeared to some extent. One thing I now hear is a rattling noise coming from the center counsel when going over rough pavement so it seems the suspension has changed with the adjustments. I'm hoping they will replace the control arm and put everything back to original specs to see if the problem is solved. If you have any experience with this type of problem please let me know to expedite the repair of my car. Thanks!!

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theskarnes
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In some legacys about 10 years ago or so there was a rash of broken front anti-sway bars that would make popping sounds. Though I'd be surprised it that's your problem since you've had mechanics examining stuff under there.

Carl

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Carl 1 Lucky Texan

Carl 1 Lucky Texan Nov 22, 2007 at 10:54 AM

My first thought was either ball joint (dead) or control arm (about to part company with part of itself). Substitution is really the only way to eliminate either and that always seems to involve parting company with folding stuff :-( Struts or springs with loose/faulty/worn seats sometimes make a similar noise but I haven't experienced that on a Subie. Cheers

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