bluebird Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I have 2003 outback wagon 2.5 with about 170,000 on it. The steering wheel slowly oscillates back andforth at slow speeds, 25 and under and stops at speeds higher than that. There is also a cv joint knocking, soundslike inner passenger side to me. Couldthese two things be related or is the oscillation a separate issue? Also I have replaced axle shafts on a number of outbacks upthrough 1999 model year. Is the 2003 prettymuch the same procedure or will it be different in some way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmdew Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Sure could be one and the same. Good visual inspection is the place to start Tire Pressure Tire Tread Lug Nuts and Wheel Brake Rotor Brake Caliper and Pads Axle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmdew Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 R&R if the axle the same, recommend Subaru parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairtax4me Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 03 will have the same process for axle change. The wheel wobble could be an axle issue, but check tread wear on the tires for any low spots. Also grab the wheel at opposite sides and top and bottom and try to rock it back / forth and in/out to check for any loose movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idosubaru Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 i would think tires first. how old are they and condition? but given a known issue it's good to start there. www.car-part.com and look for OEM Subaru used axles - green inner cups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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