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NHTSA ID Number: 10225750
Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-241-22
Summary
This Bulletin announces installation tips for installing the trunk lid weather strip.
NUMBER: 12-241-22
DATE: 10/07/22
| APPLICABILITY: | All Models |
| SUBJECT: | Trunk Weather Strip Installation |
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin announces installation tips for installing the trunk lid weather strip. This information will help ensure proper installation and prevent any unwanted water intrusion. The following tips are to be used in conjunction with the information supplied in the applicable Service Manual. The information outlined below is broken down by body style.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The service procedures for trunk lid weather strip replacement 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, 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.
Refer to STIS: EXTERIOR BODY PANELS > Weather Strip
Installation Tips for Sedan Models (WRX is Shown):
Locate the trunk lid center hole, the weather strip center mark, and the center welding line located on the weather strip.
When installing the new seal, confirm the trunk lid center hole, the weather strip center mark and the welding line are all aligned with one another as shown below.
Confirm the entire weather strip is fully seated onto the body flange in all areas.
CAUTION: Any improper fitment can cause unwanted water intrusion.
installation closely when completed to confirm proper fitment and alignment.
Installation Tips for Coupe Models (BRZ is Shown):
Locate the trunk lid center hole, the weather strip center mark, the center welding line located on the weather strip.
When installing the new seal, confirm the trunk lid center hole, weather strip center mark, and the welding line are all aligned with one another as shown below.
Confirm the entire weather strip is fully seated onto the body flange in all areas.
CAUTION: Any improper fitment can cause unwanted water intrusion.
installation closely when completed to confirm proper fitment and alignment.
Installation Tips for Wagon Models (Outback Wilderness is Shown):
Locate the the welding line on the weather strip. Locate the center of the rear gate between the innerportion of the left and right gate hinge.
When installing the new seal, confirm the center of the gate lid and the welding line are aligned with one another as shown below.
Confirm the entire weather strip is fully seated onto the body flange in all areas.
CAUTION: Any improper fitment can cause unwanted water intrusion. installation to confirm proper fitment and alignment.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| SUBARU | SUBARU | 9999 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 12-241-22
DATE: 10/07/22
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- Adhesive:With 3M self adhesive, no adhesion promoter is required,direct installation.
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Bulletin Number: 12-241-22; Date: 10/07/22 Page 1 of 5 SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN Continued… 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. APPLICABILITY: All Models SUBJECT: Trunk Weather Strip Installation NUMBER: 12-241-22 DATE: 10/07/22 INTRODUCTION: This Service Information Bulletin announces installation tips for installing the trunk lid weather strip. This information will help ensure proper installation and prevent any unwanted water intrusion. The following tips are to be used in conjunction with the information supplied in the applicable Service Manual. The information outlined below is broken down by body style. SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION: REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs. The service procedures for trunk lid weather strip replacement 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, 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. Refer to STIS: EXTERIOR BODY PANELS > Weather Strip ATTENTION: GENERAL MANAGER 0 PARTS MANAGER 0 CLAIMS PERSONNEL 0 SERVICE MANAGER 0 IMPORTANT – All Service Personnel Should Read and Initial in the boxes provided, right. © 2022 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Installation Tips for Sedan Models (WRX is Shown): Locate the trunk lid center hole, the weather strip center mark, and the center welding line located on the weather strip. When installing the new seal, confirm the trunk lid center hole, the weather strip center mark and the welding line are all aligned with one another as shown below. Confirm the entire weather strip is fully seated onto the body flange in all areas. CAUTION: Any improper fitment can cause unwanted water intrusion. ALWAYS inspect the installation closely when completed to confirm proper fitment and alignment. Continued… Bulletin Number: 12-241-22; Date: 10/07/22 Page 2 of 5 Installation Tips for Coupe Models (BRZ is Shown): Locate the trunk lid center hole, the weather strip center mark, the center welding line located on the weather strip. When installing the new seal, confirm the trunk lid center hole, weather strip center mark, and the welding line are all aligned with one another as shown below. Confirm the entire weather strip is fully seated onto the body flange in all areas. CAUTION: Any improper fitment can cause unwanted water intrusion. ALWAYS inspect the installation closely when completed to confirm proper fitment and alignment. Continued… Bulletin Number: 12-241-22; Date: 10/07/22 Page 3 of 5 Installation Tips for Wagon Models (Outback Wilderness is Shown): Locate the the welding line on the weather strip. Locate the center of the rear gate between the inner portion of the left and right gate hinge. When installing the new seal, confirm the center of the gate lid and the welding line are aligned with one another as shown below. Confirm the entire weather strip is fully seated onto the body flange in all areas. CAUTION: Any improper fitment can cause unwanted water intrusion. ALWAYS inspect the installation to confirm proper fitment and alignment. Continued… Bulletin Number: 12-241-22; Date: 10/07/22 Page 4 of 5 Bulletin Number: 12-241-22; Date: 10/07/22 Page 5 of 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.
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