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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
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10232848
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
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10067837
SB-10067837-0699.pdf 280.459KB
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- ⭐Installation Tips: Double side tape cannot be re-apply/re-adhere/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.
- ⭐Feature: Long lasting material designed to withstand the rigors of the elements, 5. Make it possible to leave the sunroof/moon roof open a few inches to get fresh air even on rainy days.
- ⭐Direct tape on OEM style design. No Cutting & No Drilling (High quality Double side tape included).
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- CHOICE OF STYLE WITH UNIVERSAL FIT — Choose Pop-Out or Classic style, depending on your application. Universal fit in sizes ranging from 32.5" to 41.5"—measure the length of your sunroof to determine your size.
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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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