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NUMBER: 12-182-15R
DATE: 03-30-15
REVISED: 04-15-16
| APPLICABILITY: | 2012-16MY Impreza and XV Crosstrek Models |
| 2015-16MY WRX and STI Models | |
| SUBJECT: | New Front Door Checker Mechanism |
INTRODUCTION
This bulletin announces availability of a new front door checker mechanism designed to hold the doors more securely when they are in partially open / closed positions. An additional detent position has also been added.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new door checker assemblies were incorporated into production starting with the following VINs:
| Vehicle / Model | Starting VIN |
|---|---|
| WRX / WRX STI | G*825390 |
| Impreza 4-Door | G*008666 |
| Impreza 5-Door | G*239670 |
| XV Crosstrek |
PART INFORMATION
NOTE: The same part number is used for both the left and right front doors.
| DESCRIPTION | NEW PART NUMBER | OLD PART NUMBERS |
|---|---|---|
| CHECKER ASSY DR F | 61124VA001 | 61124FJ001 and 61124VA000 |
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
NOTE: Replace the checkers on both front doors at the same time following the replacement procedure in the applicable Service Manual.
WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period or covered by a Subaru Added Security Gold plan, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information:
| LABOR DESCRIPTION | LABOR OPERATION # |
FAIL CODE |
LABOR TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Door Checker R&R | B915-211 | XGT-49 | 0.3 |
| Additional Door Checkers R&R | C915-215 | 0.2 |
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.
