That is not a knock, that's a piston skirt slapping against the cyslinder wall. It is either #2 or #4 piston, and if you remove the piston you will find that all the moly coat has been rubbed off the skirt. A new piston is what you need.
The 2004 Subaru Outback has 16 valves.
The 2004 Subaru Outback has a 5-speed manual.
The 2004 Subaru Outback is a gas-powered vehicle.
The 2004 Subaru Outback has a flat 4 engine.
The 2004 Subaru Outback runs on regular unleaded.
The 2004 Subaru Outback has a drag coefficient of 0.32 Cd.
The 2004 Subaru Outback has single overhead cam (SOHC).
The 2004 Subaru Outback's turning circle is 36.7 ft..
The height of the 2004 Subaru Outback is 5 ft. 3.3 in. (63.3 in.).
The curb weight of the 2004 Subaru Outback is 3425 lbs..
The 2004 Subaru Outback is 15 ft. 7.4 in. (187.4 in.) long.
The 2004 Subaru Outback has 40.2 in. of front head room.