My fiance has a 1999 Forester that has recently develloped a couple of issues. Just today when leaving work she couldn't get the driver's side door to close and when she finally did and got it locked she then wasn't able to at first unlock the door and then open it. After a few tries it now unlocks but we still can't get the door to open with either the inside or outside door handle. Any ideas as to the possible issue?
Also recently it seems as if the AWD system isn't working properly in first gear and there is a random occasionally thumping noise from the back of the car. The thumping noise doesn't seem to be related specifically to acceleration or braking. The car is a 2.5S with the 5-speed manual. Ofcourse the hope with the thumping is something loose underneath but given that there is 20" of snow on the ground at an apartment with an unplowed parking area getting under the car to check isn't currently an option.
Also recently it seems as if the AWD system isn't working properly in first gear and there is a random occasionally thumping noise from the back of the car. The thumping noise doesn't seem to be related specifically to acceleration or braking. The car is a 2.5S with the 5-speed manual. Ofcourse the hope with the thumping is something loose underneath but given that there is 20" of snow on the ground at an apartment with an unplowed parking area getting under the car to check isn't currently an option.