Torque Converter Assembly- Design Change – 2015-2019 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NHTSA ID Number: 10164444

Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-124-19

Summary

This Service Information Bulletin announces a design change to the CVT torque converter assembly made to address a small number of reports describing a squeaking -type sound heard while the engine is being cranked over. The sound results from contact between the starter pinion gear and the converter ring gear. Both the number and length of the welds securing the ring gear to the converter shell have been increased significantly.

 

9 Affected Products

Vehicles

SUBARUeBayLEGACY2015-2019
SUBARUeBayOUTBACK2015-2017, 2019

 


INTRODUCTION:

This Service Information Bulletin announces a design change to the CVT torque converter assembly made to address a small number of reports describing a squeaking -type sound heard while the engine is being cranked over.  The sound results from contact between the starter pinion gear and the converter ring gear.  Both the number and length of the welds securing the ring gear to the converter shell have been increased significantly.  Comparison images between the new and old design parts showing the changes are provided below.

 

PART INFORMATION:

The new torque converter assembly part number is: 31100AB353.

REMINDER:  Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired.

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:

REMEMBER:  Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.

The service procedures for replacing the torque converter assembly remain unchanged.  Always refer to the applicable Service Manual and review the full requirements of the repair being performed.  The Service Manual procedures contain information critical to performing an effective repair the first time and every time.  This includes but is not limited to: important SAFETY precautions, proper inspection criteria, necessary special tools, required processes and related one-time-use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair.



NUMBER: 16-124-19
DATE: 8/26/19

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