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NUMBER: 06-53-16
DATE: 05/09/16
| APPLICABILITY: | 2010-2014MY Legacy and Outback |
| SUBJECT: | Rattling Sound from Front Brake Caliper Support |
INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces a design change to the front brake caliper supports to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving. The change involves a reduction in the amount of clearance between the caliper support mounting bolt holes and the mounting bolts.
NOTE: This information is applicable to models using 16” front brakes ONLY.
| Description | Part Number |
|---|---|
| SUPPORT RH | 26225AG120 |
| SUPPORT LH | 26225AG130 |
| SUPPORT F DISK BRAKE RH | 26225AJ000 |
| SUPPORT F DISK BRAKE LH | 26225AJ010 |
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
After confirming the support is the root cause of the condition, replace the affected side following the service 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 Classic or Gold plan, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information:
| Labor Description | Labor Operation # |
Failure Code |
Labor Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER SUPPORT R&R | A511-303 | QAR-25 | 0.3 |
| BOTH FRONT BRAKE CALIPER SUPPORTS R&R | A511-314 | 0.5 |
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.
