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Just took her for a good run, here's what I found. Can only hear the noise in 4th and 5th, starts at 70kmh, and is more pronounced under load. Put it in neutral and the noise stops. Pump your foot on and off the gas at 80kmh in 4th is when you really notice it. I'm still none the wiser

Thanks for replies. Only happens when in gear, pop it into neutral and it stops. I haven't driven it for a week, will take it for a good drive this arvo and run a few tests on it, high/low speed, clutch in/out, all gears/neutral. Will post results tonight. Going to dealer on monday.

G'day glen,
The MY code, im sure is year of manufacture, ie MY03 = built 2003, however there may be more to it. My sister has an outback with 3 kids, she reckons there is plenty of room.

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