Rear Frame and Stabilizer Bar Bracket Mounting Bolt- Design Changes – 2017-2020 Subaru

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Bulletin Number: 12-296-20R; Revised: 11/04/20 Page 1 of 3 Continued… NUMBER: 12-296-20R DATE: 06/30/20 REVISED: 11/04/20 APPLICABILITY: 2017-20MY Impreza 2018-20MY Crosstrek 2019-20MY Forester SUBJECT: Rear Frame and Stabilizer Bar Bracket Mounting Bolt- Design Changes 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 outlines design changes made to the rear frame section weld nuts and the mounting bolts used to secure the rear stabilizer bar brackets to them. The mounting bolts and the weld nuts incorporated into the rear frame sections used for securing the stabilizer bar brackets have both been revised to enhance torque retention. In addition, a new torque sequence procedure has been developed and can be found on Page 3 of this bulletin. Replacement of the bolts and/or brackets is not necessary as the original bolts are reusable. Always use the bolt(s) intended for use with the original factory installation as they are not interchangeable. PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION: The new components were incorporated into production starting with the following VINs: • Impreza: TBD • Crosstrek: KH399005 • Forester: LH435064 PART INFORMATION: REMINDER: Always order the most up-todate replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired. Description Part Number Application FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR RIGHT 52150FL36B9P Impreza FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR LEFT 52150FL37B9P FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR RIGHT 52150FL3819P Crosstrek FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR LEFT 52150FL3929P FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR RIGHT 52150FL9929P Crosstrek Hybrid FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR LEFT 52150FL0029P FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR RIGHT 52150SJ0519P Forester FRAME COMPLETE- FLOOR SIDE, REAR LEFT 52150SJ0619P FLANGE BOLT-PILOT 20058FL010 All Above Models 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. © 2020 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Bulletin Number: 12-296-20R; Revised: 11/04/20 Page 2 of 3 Continued… IMPORTANT NOTES: • The new Flange Bolts listed in the table on pg. 1 are NOT compatible with weld nuts used in the original frames. Using the new-style Flange Bolts on the original frames will damage the weld nuts. • The original Flange Bolts (p.n. 010108200) are reusable and readily available if needed. • The new Flange Bolts (p.n. 20058FL010) have a special lubricant applied to their threads and are now One-Time use items. • There have been no changes to the part numbers of the stabilizer bar brackets. New Flange Bolt Identification Information: ____ Bulletin Number: 12-296-20R; Revised: 11/04/20 Page 3 of 3 SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION: REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs. NOTES: • When reusing the ORIGINAL style flange bolts, the torque specification is unchanged (35 Nm / 25.8 ft. lbs.) but, the proper torque sequence supplied below MUST be followed. Replacement is not necessary as the original bolts are reusable. • NEVER reuse the new style flange bolts as they are one-time use items. • When using the New-Style flange bolts, the torque specification is unchanged (35 Nm / 25.8 ft. lbs.) but, the proper torque sequence supplied below MUST be followed: 1. Temporarily tighten (snug) the front flange bolt (1) then the rear flange bolt (2). 2. Torque bolt (1) to 35 Nm / 25.8 ft. lbs. then the rear bolt (2) to the same value. 3. Re-check both bolts in the same sequence for proper torque. 1 2 Aside from the stabilizer bar bracket bolt torque sequence outlined above, the service procedures for frame rail and stabilizer bar bracket repairs remain unchanged. FRAME RAIL REPLACEMENT IS NOT NECESSARY UNLESS ANY OF THE WELD NUTS HAVE BEEN DAMAGED AND CANNOT BE REUSED. Always refer to the applicable Body Repair Manual and Service Manual to review the full requirements of the repair being performed. These publications contain information critical to performing an effective repair the first time, every time. This includes but is not limited to important SAFETY precautions, required processes and related One-Time use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair. 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. NEW TORQUE SEQUENCE

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