NHTSA ID Number: 10165544
Manufacturer Communication Number: 02-183-19
Summary
This Service Information Bulletin clarifies a bolt tightening sequence procedure for the three (3) turbocharger stay bracket mounting bolts. Torsional stress may remain in the stay bracket if the tightening sequence is not followed. The applicable Service Manual will be updated with this information soon.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
SUBARU | ASCENT | 2019 |
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin clarifies a bolt tightening sequence procedure for the three (3) turbocharger stay bracket mounting bolts. Torsional stress may remain in the stay bracket if the tightening sequence is not followed. The applicable Service Manual will be updated with this information soon.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The illustration below shows the location of the bolts and the tightening sequence. The torque specification for all 3 bolts is 65 Nm (47.9 ft. lbs.).
SEOCONTENT-START
Bulletin Number: 02-183-19; Date: 09/26/19 Page 1 of 2
Continued…
NUMBER: 02-183-19
DATE: 09/26/19
APPLICABILITY: 2019MY Ascent
SUBJECT: Turbocharger Stay Bracket Bolt
Tightening Sequence
CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They
are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles,
or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of the vehicle. Properly
trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to
do the job correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that this
Service Bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition.
Subaru of America, Inc. is
ISO 14001 Compliant
ISO 14001 is the international standard for
excellence in Environmental Management
Systems. Please recycle or dispose of
automotive products in a manner that is friendly
to our environment and in accordance with all
local, state and federal laws and regulations.
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin clarifies a bolt tightening sequence procedure for the three (3)
turbocharger stay bracket mounting bolts. Torsional stress may remain in the stay bracket if the
tightening sequence is not followed. The applicable Service Manual will be updated with this
information soon.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The illustration below shows the location of the bolts and the tightening sequence. The torque
specification for all 3 bolts is 65 Nm (47.9 ft. lbs.).
SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN
ATTENTION:
GENERAL MANAGER q
PARTS MANAGER q
CLAIMS PERSONNEL q
SERVICE MANAGER q
IMPORTANT – All
Service Personnel
Should Read and
Initial in the boxes
provided, right.
©2019 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved.
Bulletin Number: 02-183-19; Date: 09/26/19 Page 2 of 2
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
• 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 check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing.
• Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.
SEOCONTENT-END
NUMBER: 02-183-19
DATE: 09/26/19
- Advanced protection against the four main causes of engine breakdown: wear friction heat and deposits
- Delivers 40% stronger wear protection than industry standards to reduce friction and improve fuel economy
- Provides 15% better deposit defense vs. industry standards, keeping engines cleaner for smoother performance and longer-lasting protection
- Up to 2.5X better heat protection vs. industry standards to fight harmful sludge formation and thermal breakdown
- Engineered for excellent low-temperature flow, reducing metal-to-metal contact during cold starts — when most engine wear typically occurs
- 6X better wear protection on critical engine parts than industry standards**
- 1.3X better sludge protection than industry standards*
- 3X Stronger against viscosity breakdown than leading full synthetic^
- Protection for 10,000 miles between oil changes
- Meets or exceeds the following specifications: API SP/SN PLUS/SN | ILSAC GF-6 | GM dexos1 Gen 3 | Meets Ford WSS-M2C947-B1 | Meets Ford WSS-M2C962-A1 |
- Mobil 1 Extended Performance full-synthetic motor oil 0W-20 helps protect critical engine parts for up to 20,000 miles between oil changes,* controlling oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and maintaining excellent viscosity
- Utilizes Mobil 1’s Triple Action+ Formula to combine outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness with the added benefit of power
- Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
- Helps extend engine life by working to prevent damaging deposits and sludge buildup
- Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -40 degrees F)
- Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 0W-20 is designed for engines with over 75,000 miles to go up to 10,000 miles between oil changes.*
- Utilizes Mobil 1’s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness
- Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
- Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees F)
- Mobil 1 is specially formulated to help remove sludge and lower engine temperatures
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.