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SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY: 2015-2017MY Legacy and Outback
SUBJECT: Rear Muffler Shell Rigidity Enhancement
NUMBER: 09-66-16
DATE: 12/29/16
INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces a change in the production procedure for the rear muffler assembly.
Spot-weld locations securing the outer shell portion have been changed to improve overall rigidity.
A gap may develop at the spot welded seam as a result of repeated thermal shock (heating / cooling)
which occurs during normal use. The gap does not create an exhaust leak. In some cases, a rattling
sound from the muffler may develop.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new mufflers were incorporated into production during early November, 2016 per the table
below:
Vehicle / Model
Engine
Starting VIN
2.5L
H*039596
Legacy
3.6L
H*039797
2.5L
H*297010
Outback
3.6L
H*297013
PART INFORMATION:
The line of spot-welds has been repositioned approximately 2” (50 mm) as shown below.
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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.
Bulletin Number: 09-66-16; Date 12/29/16
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NOTE: This table is provided for reference only. Always confirm with your Parts Department to
insure all needed parts with the most up-to-date part numbers are ordered.
Description
MUFFLER ASSY
MUFFLER ASSY LH
MUFFLER ASSY RH
MUFFLER ASSY
MUFFLER ASSY LH
MUFFLER ASSY RH
Part Number
44300AL00B
44300AL01B
44300AL02B
44300AL03B
44300AL04B
44300AL05B
44300AL06B
Applicability
2.5L OUTBACK
3.6L OUTBACK
2.5L LEGACY*
2.5L LEGACY**
3.6L LEGACY
* w/out Cutter (Chrome tail pipe cover)
** w/ Cutter
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
When muffler replacement is required, follow the service procedure in the applicable Service Manual.
WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be submitted using
the following claim information:
Labor Description
EXHAUST GASKET AND / OR MUFFLER
R&R
EXHAUST GASKET AND / OR MUFFLERS
R&R- (BOTH) H6 MODELS
EXHAUST SYSTEM NOUISE / LEAK TESTING
Labor Operation #
Labor Time
B229-281
0.2
B229-284
0.3
C229-001
0.2
Fail Code
EAE-25
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released information and electronic publications may be updated at any time.
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Always check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing.
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Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.
Bulletin Number: 09-66-16; Date 12/29/16
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