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NHTSA ID Number: 10232848
Manufacturer Communication Number: 1216314
Summary
Revised Sunroof Deflector for Rattling Sound
NUMBER: 12-163-14
DATE: 02/05/14
| APPLICABILITY: | 2014MY Forester |
|---|---|
| SUBJECT: | Revised Sunroof Deflector for Rattling Sound |
INTRODUCTION
If you receive a customer concern of a rattling sound from the sunroof air deflector while driving with the roof panel closed, a countermeasure part has been developed to eliminate it. Non-woven material has been added to the resin cover portions of the air deflector as shown in the illustration below.
COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION
The new air deflector was incorporated into production during August, 2013 starting with VIN E*486792.
PART INFORMATION
| PART NAME | PART NUMBER |
|---|---|
| Deflector ASSY — Sunroof | 65471SG001 |
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
Once the condition has been confirmed, replace the sunroof air deflector following the procedure outlined in the applicable Service Manual.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
SUBARU | FORESTER | 2014 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 12-163-14
DATE: 02/05/14
MC-10232848-9999.pdf 352.889KB
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NHTSA ID Number: 10067837
Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-163-14
Summary
REVISED SUNROOF DEFLECTOR FOR RATTLING SOUND
1 Associated Document
Service Bulletin Document
NUMBER: 12-163-14
DATE: 02/05/14
SB-10067837-0699.pdf 280.459KB
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- Provides significant reduction of in-cabin wind noise and air turbulence
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- Some images may be representative and may not reflect the actual vehicle or part.
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- Provides significant reduction of in-cabin wind noise and air turbulence
- Crafted from the finest 4mm thick, tinted cast acrylic that fits the sunroof opening precisely
- Secured in place with the MagiClip vehicle specific fastening system
- Some images may be representative and may not reflect the actual vehicle or part.
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- Fitment table is for reference only. Measure before placing order to avoid mistake. Make sure your car sunroof/moon roof has at least 1 inch space on each side for proper fitment. (This Item Total Width 38", It will fit Maximum Moonroof Top Window Width 36")
- Packing Included: 1pc Acrylic Moon Roof Visor.(3M Brand Doubled-Side Adhesive Tape Included). Item dimensions Outside Width 38"(965mm) x Depth 5.75inch(146mm) x Height 2inch(50mm)
- Enhances the Style and Appearance. Improve Safer Driving &Vehicle Style; Reduced Wind & Noise; and Keep the Rain Out.
- Simple Installation Steps: Direct Tape-On Design. (Before install the item, make sure the apply surface 100% clean. Double sided tape cannot be re-apply/reuse once it has been placed onto the vehicle. Position the sunroof visor and align it correctly before removing the red plastic. In case place it wrong position will require to replace a brand new double side tape to re-adhere. Do not wash your vehicle for at least 24 hours to allow the adhesive to stay.
- Caution: According to some countries may have different roof size, please measure your "Moon/Sun Roof" and compare with the dimension of our visor. Also, leave at least 1 inch (25.4mm) space for each left and right side Moon/Sun roof tape-on area.
- FITMENT:This Roof Visor Can Only Fit The Sunroof/Moonroof Which Is Not Wider Than 41.8".Please Measure The Size Of The Sunroof/Moonroof On Your Vehicle First And Make Sure This Is The Correct Item Before Purchase!
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- Fitment table is for reference only. Measure before placing order to avoid mistake. Make sure your car sunroof/moon roof has at least 1 inch space on each side for proper fitment.
- Packing Included: 1pc Acrylic Moon Roof Visor.(3M Brand Doubled-Side Adhesive Tape Included). Item dimensions Outside Width 38"(965mm) x Depth 5.75inch(146mm) x Height 2inch(50mm)
- Enhances the Style and Appearance. Improve Safer Driving &Vehicle Style; Reduced Wind & Noise; and Keep the Rain Out.
- Simple Installation Steps: Direct Tape-On Design. (Before install the item, make sure the apply surface 100% clean. Double sided tape cannot be re-apply/reuse once it has been placed onto the vehicle. Position the sunroof visor and align it correctly before removing the red plastic. In case place it wrong position will require to replace a brand new double side tape to re-adhere.
- Caution: According to some countries may have different roof size, please measure your "Moon/Sun Roof" and compare with the dimension of our visor. Also, leave at least 1 inch (25.4mm) space for each left and right side Moon/Sun roof tape-on area. Do not wash your vehicle for at least 24 hours to allow the adhesive to stay.
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Bulletin Number: 12-163-14; Date: 02/05/14 Page 1 INTRODUCTION If you receive a customer concern of a rattling sound from the sunroof air deflector while driving with the roof panel closed, a countermeasure part has been developed to eliminate it. Non-woven material has been added to the resin cover portions of the air deflector as shown in the illustration below. COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION The new air deflector was incorporated into production during August, 2013 starting with VIN E*486792. PART INFORMATION PART NAME PART NUMBER Deflector ASSY — Sunroof 65471SG001 NUMBER: 12-163-14 DATE: 02/05/14 APPLICABILITY: 2014MY Forester SUBJECT: Revised Sunroof Deflector for Rattling Sound SERVICE 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. 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” 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. Continued… Bulletin Number: 12-163-14; Date: 02/05/14 Page 2 SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION Once the condition has been confirmed, replace the sunroof air deflector following the procedure outlined in the applicable Service Manual. WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be claimed using the following information: LABOR DESCRIPTION LABOR OPERATION # FAIL CODE LABOR TIME Air Deflector R&R A850-921 XDP-48 0.3
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