bill61

Did you try hitting a button on your keyless remote?

Like if your caliper piston is stuck

Rubbing brake pad can have a funky smell. Also would get hot

Yes I've noticed the same thing. I'm not a professional, but i've installed a bunch of these over the years. I just go about 3/4 turn or until it bottoms out. Don't use wrench. Hand tighten only. I've never had a leak. By the way, those blue subaru filters are generally scorned by enthusiasts as being substandard.

Check out Consumer Reports Nov 2018. They have Nokian and other makes mentioned above