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NUMBER: 12-178-15
DATE: 01-30-15
| APPLICABILITY: | 2010-14MY Legacy and Outback |
| SUBJECT: | Hood Latch and Striker Mounting Bolt Change |
INTRODUCTION
This Service Information bulletin announces a change to the appearance of the hood latch and striker mounting bolts. The original bolts had a black-colored finish while the new bolts are silver in color.
There is no change to the shape or strength of the bolts.
COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION:
The new silver-colored bolts were incorporated into production during February, 2014 starting with the following VINS:
- Legacy: E*029476
- Outback: E*293637
PART INFORMATION:
Bolt Color BLACK p.n. 901000332 Bolt Color SILVER p.n. 901000407
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
- When replacing any of these bolts, replace with the same part number as originally installed.
- The hood latch and striker bolts are the same. Do not mix new and old on the same vehicle.
The torque specifications are also unchanged:
- Hood Latch bolts (3): torque to 24.3 ft. lbs
- Hood Striker bolts (2): torque to 18.4 ft. lbs.
REMINDER: SOA strongly discourages the printing and/or local storage of service information as previously released information and electronic publications may be updated at any time.
- Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.
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