2003 OutBack Wind Noise

[Dennis Maher]

I just noticed that I am getting alot of wind noise on the drivers side
window - right by the mirror. Has anyone encountered this and what was the
fix.

 

[John Rethorst]

I just noticed that I am getting alot of wind noise on the drivers side
window - right by the mirror. Has anyone encountered this and what was the
fix.

The rubber door seal might be fitting improperly.

 

[nobody >]

The rubber door seal might be fitting improperly.

The rubber behind the optional high-mounted tweeter is known to leak. I
cleaned all the surfaces that meet the glass with an alcohol wipe (and
pushed on it a little) and it went away.

 

[rubic_ca]

I just noticed that I am getting alot of wind noise on the drivers side
window - right by the mirror. Has anyone encountered this and what was the
fix.

I had this problem as well and found a quick but unfortunately not
permanent fix;
with the window down just squeeze the the rubber pieces
together...works for me!

 

[Todd H.]

I just noticed that I am getting alot of wind noise on the drivers side
window - right by the mirror. Has anyone encountered this and what was the
fix.

Hi Dennis, the window tension against the gasket is adjustable
(somehow). I've had mine adjusted by the dealer's service folks once
or twice during the warranty period. Perhaps additional tension
against the gasket is needed in your case.

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

I had this problem as well and found a quick but unfortunately not
permanent fix;
with the window down just squeeze the the rubber pieces
together...works for me!

Do the above and train yourself not to close the door pushing on the
glass, push on the lower ,metal, door section. You may still need to
squeeze the mirror/gasket area every few months.

Carl

 

[Trlather]

Replace the mirror gusset (the triangular piece the mirror is screwed
to) Requires removal of door trim panel.