Subaru Exhaust Rattle Repair

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Overview of repairing an exhaust shield rattle on a 2002 Outback L.L.Bean.
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@valentinsarmagal 2 жыл бұрын

fixed my car rattle that has been going on for a year. I cant thank you enough, you're amazing

@TheHighKirk 2 жыл бұрын

I used some brass wool to fill a few voids between the heat shield and the exhaust pipe. Worked like a charm and doesn't rust. I cut off all the mounting bolts (but one {access issue}) and replaced with stainless steel hardware. Now, to replace that leaking oil pan seal....

@gamesucks 4 жыл бұрын

got this sound after scrapping a metal speed bump, very similar hope it’s the same thing. will report back, thanks again for these simple quiet videos with no useless info.

@ivanprybylo4684 5 жыл бұрын

When I first heard some painful rattling under the hood of my newly purchased (and previously enjoyed, 145k mileage) 2010 Forester which I have fallen in love with of course I first thought of the worst. Was it the engine? Catalytic converter? It was just the heat shield. I pinpointed where there was some space and movement, and thanks to this video it’s now perfectly quiet underneath once again. We will see how long the simple remedy holds up, but for now it’s working beautifully. I used a thin pvc pipe hand saw, thinner than a flat head, and I was really able to pack a lot of grade 1 steel wool in the small spacing that was causing such a terrible noise. Thanks Mr. Subaru!

@fernandojalon6339 3 жыл бұрын

Mr .Subaru to the rescue. I fixed our 07and 2015 Legacy in matters of minutes. Thanks again for your help to the Subaru community. Cheers🍻🍻🍻

@Meghan73 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! This is what my car is doing when I’m in first and second gear or when I’m braking. I hope the fix is this simple! 🙏

@xAeschylusx 5 жыл бұрын

My GF’s 2010 Forester has been rattling like this for 2 years now and I just figured out what it was. Looks like I’m going to be buying some steel wool and hose clamps

@TheGhungFu 3 жыл бұрын

The steel wool rusted. Replaced with stainless scouring pads. A little harder to get in, but works like a charm.

@corythompson6389 Жыл бұрын

We have them at the restaurant ask any restaurant worker will snag a couple for you.

@jasonbinney2979 Жыл бұрын

Did the scouring pads hold up for a while? I'm needing to do this on my car and I had the same rust concern.

@TheGhungFu Жыл бұрын

@@jasonbinney2979 They've held up great so far.

@lesberry9569 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tip. It completely eliminated the rattle on my 2010 forester. Thanks again.

@lucaradaelli79 4 жыл бұрын

another problem solved! My H6 is back to spin smoothly! thank you very much mr Subaru!!!! Luca from Italy! Bye bye

@RodrinBird 4 жыл бұрын

Haha yup mine has that rattle too.. Dude, seriously you have a fix for everything on these cars. Thanks!

@Johnnyvee512 2 жыл бұрын

I just got a 2012 Subaru Legacy and it has the same rattle you had I was like wth can it be and it sounds like it’s the heat shield so after looking at your video I will be doing this on the weekend thanks for posting 🤘🏻life saver

@MsDeliaStreams 5 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling this is the issue my 02 Outback is experiencing. I was about to diagnose it as a rattling driveshaft or bad u-joint (maybe even a transmission noise) but it doesn’t seem to have any issues driving, no shaking >50 mph as my 87 BMW 535iS had when it’s driveshaft went bad. My sub just has this annoying rattle when running. I think you just saved me a bundle of money with this video!!

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help. 👍🏻

@DavidCollins7901 4 жыл бұрын

This will be happening to my subaru. Thanks for the amazing tip.

@stevenweaver4734 6 жыл бұрын

Ha! I did this to my 03 Forester a few years ago when I still had it. Great budget solution. 👍

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Steven Weaver that it is. Easy cheaper than a new heat shield.

@drewpierpont3361 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Hopefully this is the issue with my 2013 Forester. It's exactly as you described, at drive thru's and red lights.

@giovannicervera400 7 ай бұрын

Same noise same car, I will try to do the repair this weekend

@sw201444 6 жыл бұрын

Never would've thought of that. Great idea

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+sw201444 thanks.

@runningninja7 3 жыл бұрын

Worked like a charm! My rattle kicked in at low gears at around 1500 rpm on my 2014 subaru forester.

@davidm802 Жыл бұрын

Lmao I was brought here by the low gear rattle around 1500 rpm on my ‘14 Forester. How are your ball joints and CV axles holding up?

@ramzyboualleg3716 5 жыл бұрын

i was about to buy a new muffler but now i'm gonna tcheq that before thanks dude

@maxmimum 6 жыл бұрын

Your silent videos are absolutely beautiful. Thanks for the tip. Happy New year from Egypt.

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+maxmimum you're welcome. Happy New Year!

@miken8150 6 жыл бұрын

The steel wool is a great idea!

@ez.png.5738 2 жыл бұрын

Boutta do this on the Impreza , thanks for the help bro

@bastahoobi 5 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. I tried the clamp but still have a little rattle. I never thought of adding steel wool in between. Going to try this.

@Robalo844 6 жыл бұрын

Happy subaru year

@chairmankim9628 Жыл бұрын

I tried this and it worked. I used stainless steel steel wool so it can't rust . Also sprayed high heat paint on it.

@SimplyChem32 3 жыл бұрын

Made a discovery recently... I first thought my chattering noise at low rpms was due to the exhaust manifold. I then noticed that the rubber hose that drains from the A/C had become unseated from its plastic clamp to the left of the transmission and was bouncing against the exhaust system making the noise. Just something else to be aware of I suppose. Figures I'd see it after I had jacked up the car and checked the entire exhaust system for loose parts hahaha For context, this was a 2010 Legacy 2.5i

@landonbarlow5550 5 жыл бұрын

Good video. Thanks bud!

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. 👍🏻

@jeffdill2 5 жыл бұрын

That's brilliant. 🙌

@christopherhayes2434 6 жыл бұрын

I have a 2000 Subaru Outback and I have that same noise. I well have to do that . Thank for the tip

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Christopher Hayes you're welcome. Glad to help. 👍

@davidm7971 6 жыл бұрын

I think every Subaru eventually gets the "Heat Shield Rattle". My 2010 Legacy did. I used a metal hose clamp (just like the video) to silence it, though didn't think of the steel wool.

@FreakyClimber0707 6 жыл бұрын

Be careful some times the exhaust actually breaks loose from the welds. The 2005 outback xt that I used to have did the same thing and rattled like crazy just like this. I totally thought that it was just a heatshield.

@gallardowilliam 4 жыл бұрын

Mr subaru thanks

@charliechan9248 5 жыл бұрын

I did something similar, the only difference was: no steel wool, and used several stainless hose clamps.

@juliocamacho9060 6 жыл бұрын

MrSubaru1387 Happy New Year 2018!!!! God Bless you!!!

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Julio Camacho Happy New Year to you too!

@christopherhayes2434 6 жыл бұрын

Julio Camacho happy new year

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Christopher Hayes Happy New Year!

@homeimprovementsubaruguy2556 4 жыл бұрын

I just jammed a few used reciprocating saw blades between the shield and pipe.

@ricardocornejo5782 6 жыл бұрын

my friend excelent video. happy new year 2018. greating from Chile

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Ricardo Cornejo Thank you. Happy New Year to you too.

@ThePanred 6 жыл бұрын

Man i paid a subie "mechanic" to replace the ac bearing when this was the problem :/ these mechincs sure do suck sometimes....great video :)

@privateprivate8366 4 жыл бұрын

MixedBag yes. Yes tthey do. I went to a mechanic shop and asked if they could do this for me and the guy said, “If that would’ve worked, we’d have done it already.” So, they wouldn’t do it and, anyone can guess why. Try saw a black woman and thought $$$. I’ve since tried it but, never finished. I only had time to install one clamp, which didn’t fix it. So, hopefully, before it gets too cold, I can get out there again, making time for car cool off time. With all these YT videos available, skill isn’t my issue. Heck, I’ve repaired 2 faucets and my fridge this year. About to repair my toilet.

@privateprivate8366 4 жыл бұрын

jdisco1 since white men became envious of working as a little mechanic, while a black woman held down a comfy, well-paying, white collar office job. Yep. Sometimes you do get what you earned nowadays.

@Nazimuddin-tv3wt 3 жыл бұрын

Why are you so amazing my brother? I wish you were in NYC

@mikedunkle3100 5 жыл бұрын

Seems like a great solution but wouldn't steel wool rust and disintegrate in no time once it got wet? How important are these shields anyway? I had one come off years ago and never put it back on.

@jomangeee9180 6 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year filled with great videos, we appreciate you

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+JO MANGEEE thank you. Happy New Year to you too!

@ToastedBuns207 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2010 impreza and I hear a rattle when I start moving and then goes away or when the engine gets bogged down a little. I'm suspecting it's a heat shield because the sound in this video is very similar to mine. I will try this method

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the likely cause to me as well.

@TheTrueOSSS 2 жыл бұрын

Lol. I pulled a nail someone jammed between the shroud and exaust on my car. The thing rattled and I thought I botched a repair elsewhere. Shoved the nail back in temporarily to quiet it down. I'll be fixing it the right way so I don't give myself or someone else a flat.

@SashaRio 6 жыл бұрын

С новым годом!🕺

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Sasha Rio И тебя с Новым годом!

@zabduhamel6745 Жыл бұрын

Its funny I end up on this video now, my garagist fixed it with steel wire last friday !

@dougalannh 5 жыл бұрын

First thing to try is working Hi-Temp Silicone rubber, into all those spots, works GREAT.

@sherrychapin2997 3 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna do this hi temp silicone

@dougalannh 3 жыл бұрын

@@sherrychapin2997 Thanks Sherry, please let us know how it works for you.

@sherrychapin2997 3 жыл бұрын

@@dougalannh hey is there a specifi brand or type of silicon ? What should I use? Anything hi temp. K later

@user-ty7yn5gp6n 5 ай бұрын

Worked for me, only issue is that steel wool is flammable. Found that out after the fact. Hopefully I don't catch spark! 😬Other than that brilliant!

@ItchyKneeSon 4 жыл бұрын

Won't the steel wool rust like crazy? Certainly a good fix in a bind, however.

@maximvanmelckebeke7925 5 жыл бұрын

thanks

@3dombee524 6 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. 👍🏻

@tomhammond89 6 жыл бұрын

First off huge fan of your videos! But i find myself stopping mid video to look up some of the tools you use. The snap on website is horrible to navigate sometimes and i was wondering if you could list the tools that you use just to help out with being able to find them easier. I know it's more work on your part but I'd greatly appreciate it! Thanks so much for the great content!

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Thomas Hammond I agree. The new website is horrible. The old one was way better. I'll see what I can do to help on that.

@maiden913 11 ай бұрын

I had a Subaru for years. All It did was rattle… And now, when I’m at a stoplight, I can always tell when there’s one next to me because it always rattles.

@PeytonM318 3 жыл бұрын

Will the steel wool (or bronze wool) catch fire from the heat?

@IHeartArtByJeriKehoe 3 ай бұрын

This seems like a great idea but after thinking about it, doesn't steal wool catch fire with heat? Maybe fiberglass is the best way to go. Just not fun to work with :) Thanks for the video as it was very informative.

@chrisc.6680 5 жыл бұрын

It is really terrible that this is such a huge problem and they don’t address it. I have it with my 2013 forester. Aren’t you worried about the steel wool rusting away after hitting one puddle?

@AngieRomero84 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2009 subaru outback and the rattle is a different location. The exhaust hose is disconnected from the muffler. My husband tried epoxy to reconnect and I've tried using jb weld steel stick putty but neither worked. I'm wondering if there is a part I can attach to the exhaust pipe that will fit into the muffler? or any suggestions you might have, including give up and take it to the shop.

@nitawealand3629 2 жыл бұрын

and i thought it was a big problem, ty

@staimajos364 2 ай бұрын

Danke und Grüße aus Deutschland!

@mrJayGaragebikes 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for making this videos, also as a suggestion could you make a video with the subject about fuel lines I got a Subaru 2002 Impreza outback sport and I had to deal 2 time already with fuel leaks coming from the small section of rubber fuel lines right next to the injectors, driver and passenger sides, temperature under 32 degrees trigger this leaks and they are nerve-wracking especially when you're away from home.

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Regular J Garage talking about the rubber fuel lines between the fuel filter and fuel rails?

@andreaechevarria6725 6 жыл бұрын

Got the same issue on a n '01 Forester. When the temp drops below freezing I get a strong smell of gas in the cabin. Is there a simple repair short of replacing the fuel lines?

@mrJayGaragebikes 6 жыл бұрын

No, the lines I am talking feed the injectors, they are mostly metal but for some reason have small section of rubber hold by hose clamp, I live in Alabama and we have 20 degree weather this couple days, and that's what cause the rubber to think or freeze allowing fuel to leaks, is a simple fix, just tie the hose clamps, but when you're dealing with fuel potentially running down to the exhaust, that's scary.

@mrJayGaragebikes 6 жыл бұрын

Andrea Echevarria what I did was tie down the hose clamp, check for leaks and keep an eye on it. But If your fuel line has any kind holes or cracks replace it inmidiatly.

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Andrea Echevarria nope. Either the fuel lines need to be replaced or the rubber seal at the fuel pump module, under the back seat, has failed.

@smartin2174 5 жыл бұрын

I am not sure if steel wool is a good thing to use there. I assume that it'll catch moisture over the time and simply rust away. But the idea in general is brilliant!

@thekittenadventuresofelvis6656 4 жыл бұрын

I used the copper steel wool, and not much of it. it stopped rattling but does it burn? if so what does it smell like?

@inerlogic 4 жыл бұрын

I was going to message you and ask you about the rattle.... My fix thus far has been to turn the radio as loud as it goes....

@Amber-wu4qv 3 жыл бұрын

Me too but I need new speakers so not so much lately.

@raziel630 3 жыл бұрын

hi, any suggestions on how to replace this exhaust hanger bracket 44021AE000? Thanks

@kalebcalrow5556 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, about to try it now, but I don’t quite follow what the first hose clamps job is??

@kalebcalrow5556 5 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry I get it now lol

@craigsmith8159 3 ай бұрын

@@kalebcalrow5556 OMG! Will someone please explain the purpose of the clamp. What are we clamping the heat shield onto? Seems pointless to me.

@jeff666p 4 жыл бұрын

Would it be alright to stuff exhaust wrap inside instead of the steel wool.

@phamtinkt88 6 ай бұрын

I have the same issue in my 2010 OB, and just wondering if steel wool catches fire?

@jmak124 5 жыл бұрын

I thought my rattles will go away after getting the broken spots rewelded. Now it rattles even more, time to do the same.

@brucechan9140 Жыл бұрын

steel wool is flammable and can catch fire. there are tons of youtube video shows how to start a a fire with steel wool. I would use stanless steel scrubs instead.

@adrielpresas7815 3 жыл бұрын

Aluminum foil would also work probably. Wouldn't rust and would be able to pack.

@saablazer1658 3 жыл бұрын

You’ll get galvanic corrosion putting two dissimilar metals together.

@johnhornung7139 2 жыл бұрын

great idea , but this will rust up and fall apart in a short while. amazon has a stainless steel wool for $14.49.

@yoho2chn 2 жыл бұрын

What size hose clamp was it in the vid?

@toomsenvaughn 2 жыл бұрын

What size hose clamps did you end up using?

@whaler1-150 7 ай бұрын

In regards to possible rust (I don't live in a particularly rusty area, PNW), would brass wool work just as well?

@joepinehill 6 жыл бұрын

I've used hose clamps and steel shims wedged between the shield. How long do you find the steel wool lasts before rusting? Do you buy stainless steel wool?

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

Well, I live in the south, don't get much rust at all. Yes, it was stainless steel wool.

@TheDIYadventureguru445 8 ай бұрын

Just quick question is it safe to use steal wool because if you put a battery to it it will set fire? i also herd it rusts?

@baseddoggie 4 жыл бұрын

I would wrap a thin muffler bandage around that rather than putting in fluffy rust

@EquitySolutionRayRaz 6 жыл бұрын

Pair of vice grips and grab the seam and crimp them over again a little bit and never heard them rattle again man , steel wool definitely works good idea , mine was just the easier lazier route 😂

@murphy9924 3 жыл бұрын

So I have this at 1500 rpm going 30 to 35 mph. But not at stand still. How much really for a replacement?

@aarono8979 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure I understand, are we clamping the whole thing to something out of sight or just clamping down on the shielding to cinch it against the pipe, or something?

@craigsmith8159 3 ай бұрын

Yeah. I don't understand the hose clamp either.

@namnik1 4 жыл бұрын

Is there a fire hazard using steel wool on exhaust?

@dcinhere 2 жыл бұрын

That's what I was wondering too.

@rfcdgaf 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, almost every problem I have with my car, mrsubaru has already done a video !!! What size are the hose clamps?

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

I can't recall. Sorry.

@Mtl3944 6 күн бұрын

I think this is happening with my 2016 Impreza - that slight rattle once car started, and then more so at initial acceleration....after that don't really hear it as car speed increases to 30-40-50 km/h, .....neighbour told me its the CV joint/bearings....but why would it make noise even when in park? No vibration or steering issues either. Have to find trustworthy mechanic...

@gifgloria 6 жыл бұрын

Hey MrSubaru. I’m having a bit of a problem with the trunk door of my 2001 outback. The panel of it doesnt stick, and every time I open the trunk, it unhinges on the top. It hangs down since the bottom screws hold on to it. It’s becoming pretty annoying and taping it is an ugly solution. Any tips? Thanks so much, gloria

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Gloria Flores this is an Outback sedan? Or are you referencing the hatch on an Outback wagon? Could you send a picture of the issue to me? MrSubaru1387@gmail.com

@jeremy8290 Ай бұрын

i have a rattle / grinding noise everytime i am at about 3500 rpms it rarely makes the noise at idle would this be the same issue?

@writerjmd 5 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of stuffing something in there, but have you ever seen steel wool burn? It goes fast and hot. I don't have a better idea for this second other than asbestos, but that can't be bought.

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

Been driving like this without issue.

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have burned steel wool before.

@writerjmd 5 жыл бұрын

I cut a piece of an aluminum tube today and tapped it in on my car. Didn't think of anything better yet.

@Trainsinfairport Жыл бұрын

Steel wool rusts/corrodes, can ruin the aluminum as well. Also, it’s used to start fires…

@albertopdt 5 жыл бұрын

Time to replace your muffler bearing. Haha lol

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

😂 😂 😂

@Cl9Daddy 2 жыл бұрын

This happens to me at 2,000-2,700k rpms is it possibly the same cause?

@FSCHW 2 жыл бұрын

Sit outside your Subaru dealer where the cars go in for service. More than half the cars going in have this rattle. You would think Subaru would have a fix. Never had a car that had this problem before my Subarus (I have 2). Every 65K they get a rattle that Subarus says is an internal baffle the want to replace for this noise.

@Nick_Barone 5 жыл бұрын

My legacy has that damn rattle

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

Most do with age. Lol

@Longtrailside 6 жыл бұрын

I noticed the rpm seemed low. Is this a normal rpm for this car? The reason I ask is I have a 2001 with the same rpm level. If it is not normal can you do a video on your findings of the issue, and the proper repair for this low idle issue.

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Longtrailside car is idling where it should be.

@Longtrailside 6 жыл бұрын

Ok thank you.

@joshstrassburg5545 6 жыл бұрын

this video is not in New England... i have removed, or clamped, or wired heat shields a couple times a year with my 04 impreza... i will stand by my vehicle any day, but damn... more rattles than a nursery ( from heat shields )

@sietafak 3 жыл бұрын

And I thought there would be a grinder involved ;)

@bP-yr3po 3 жыл бұрын

I found a drywall screw beneath the spare tire! LOL

@paulettespera7340 5 жыл бұрын

How safe is this repair? for a 2011 Outback? over how much time/mileage?

@MrSubaru1387 5 жыл бұрын

Safe? What do you mean by safe?

@rockstick5743 4 жыл бұрын

My Forester '14 is making an annoying rattling noise. How much would it cost to replace the heat shield if DIY, and is it difficult?

@MrSubaru1387 4 жыл бұрын

Fairly easy replacement. Held in with 10mm nuts. Not sure of cost on the heat shields. Most people just remove them.

@rockstick5743 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. I'm thinking of doing it on my own. Called the Subaru dealer, and it would cost $130 for them to look at it. Trying the weigh the dealer cost and DIY cost and experience

@ruliusraulestevezvargas5707 6 жыл бұрын

Can you make one vid about replace a blown exhaust gasket?

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Rulius Raul Estevez Vargas as in the exhaust manifold gaskets?

@ruliusraulestevezvargas5707 6 жыл бұрын

MrSubaru1387 yessss

@jltrack 6 жыл бұрын

Rulius Raul Estevez Vargas That is such a simple job. Two bolts sandwich the exhaust gaskets between the exhaust pipe and the head. Unscrew them, pull the exhaust down about 3-4 inches, then you can pull out the gasket. Clean the mating surfaces of both the head and exhaust, remove all the grime and residue and install a new MLS gasket. Takes about 20mins.

@ruliusraulestevezvargas5707 6 жыл бұрын

Jane Leelavathi so i have to pull the entire line to get to Clean it out? Do i do it with just a screewdriver? Or what?

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

+Rulius Raul Estevez Vargas if you watch my EZ30D engine removal/installation videos, I show replacing the exhaust manifold gaskets.

@dogburrito 2 жыл бұрын

Mine beyond help. Removed heat shield. More rattles surfaces. Removed more. More rattles. Where does it end?

@espnocho7904 6 жыл бұрын

I Have a question for you I have a 2010 Forester SOHC. makes Rattling noise in front engine Area. when cold start first start in the morning, but goes away after I "rev" engine what could this be ?

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

Kind of hard to say. Is there anyway you get take a video of it and email it to me or post on KZfaq for me to see. Would be helpful.

@espnocho7904 6 жыл бұрын

MrSubaru1387 I found this video of exact symptoms kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b5qnrJZqzJq8on0.html

@MrSubaru1387 6 жыл бұрын

Getting a 404 error when I try to watch the video.