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Subaru Impreza Gearbox & Transmission Problems

Are you having problems with the transmission of your Subaru Impreza? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Subaru Impreza transmission issues & faults. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the Subaru Impreza transmission.

Subaru Impreza 2005: GL front differential shudder

They are known to wear, but you need to have them properly assessed to confirm that the problem is with the diff. The prices quoted by the Subaru dealer would appear to be reasonable, and their diagnosis also seems reasonable, so I would be taking the car to them before I had a new diff fitted.
 

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