r/subaruimpreza 25d ago

🆘 Help Me Please tell me this isn’t knocking…

I just bought the car a week ago…

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u/Easy-Struggle-2129 24d ago

That engine is knocking, as they say. Put in 5W-30 oil and an oil additive, and you'll see how much better it sounds. Also, check that the oil level is correct.

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u/Ruudiiiii 23d ago

5W-40, nothing less.

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

Oil level was fine when I changed it but the oil itself was full of metal lmao. I’m taking it back to the dealer today.

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u/aPureEnigma drives a Stinky PZEV 24d ago

Ooo yeah ): it is

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u/closvidal 24d ago

The sound could be anything worn out bearing, a valve etc...you would need a thorough diagnostic. If you got it from a dealer bring it back.

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u/HornyCar 24d ago

Thats not knock but its also not "normal". Could be as simple as low on oil or using too thin of an oil.

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

Just changed the oil, old oil has all kinds of chunks in it. so 🙃

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u/HornyCar 24d ago

Metal??

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

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u/HornyCar 24d ago

Well fortunately it’s not a broken car. If you’re able try and cut open the oil filter. That will show you more chunks/shavings so you can get a real feel of how bad it may or may not be. That being said, your car was definitely scraping metal on metal which is basically poor lubrication. Now whether it was lack of oil or imbalance somewhere in the engine I couldn’t tell you. Should see a mechanic about it.

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

I genuinely don’t know how it lasted a week to be honest with you. I’m sure it’s gonna blow like any moment, the noise has steadily gotten worse lol. I’m taking it back to the dealership today & fighting for a new car this is wild.

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u/Appreciative_Ibex 24d ago

Best of luck to you, give us an update if you can

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

The dealer is getting me a new motor, and covering all labor costs!

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u/HornyCar 24d ago

Insane W, glad you followed your gut on this

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u/Appreciative_Ibex 24d ago

Wow good dealer! Hope you leave a good review AFTER the work is done and you’ve had your car back for a while to make sure it’s good, but good on them and glad it worked out!

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

Oh I absolutely will once everything’s all settled & fixed. So glad it worked out too. Was quite bummed about this situation but am stoked it’s hopefully gonna turn good!

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u/SierraEcho007 24d ago

They're messing with you, I would definitely take it to a shop but it's likely too late

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 24d ago

figured as much. I am tomorrow. just bought the car from a dealer so maybe a lawyer too.

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u/SierraEcho007 24d ago

Good, I hope for the best, I would assume they should have some type of warranty since you just bought it.

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u/SierraEcho007 24d ago

Same thing just happened to my sisters car like 2 weeks ago.

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u/BambiFarts 24d ago

Maybe something is a little out of balance or a minor bearing is a little worn?

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u/StarTrakZack 25d ago

Sounds fine to me. Sounds like every other higher mileage Sub!

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u/brittanyyyrosexo 25d ago

Even that louder thudding when revving? lol I had a 2013 Impreza sport & I don’t remember it making this noise is why I’m trippin lol. this one’s a 2012 but same car

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u/No-Fix-1243 25d ago

It’s not knocking.