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SERVICE BULLETIN
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NUMBER: 03-79-18R
2015-18MY WRX
DATE: 04/18/18
Clutch System Part Changes
REVISED: 10/22/18
INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces a change to the clutch system components
optimizing their durability and resistance to certain severe driving
conditions including high-temperature operation.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new clutch components were incorporated into production during mid-2018MY production
starting with VIN J*806877.
PART INFORMATION:
The new clutch system components consist of the following:
Part Number /
Description
Photos
Details / Notes
12342AA170
FLYWHEEL
AY-FLEX
ASSEMBLY
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Facing diameter increased from 230 mm to 240 mm.
Larger clutch cover bolt circle to accommodate larger facing and clutch disc.
Yellow paint mark near crankshaft bolt circle for easy identification.
30210AA800
COVER
COMPLETECLUTCH
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Facing diameter increased from 230 mm to 240 mm.
Larger clutch cover bolt circle to accommodate larger facing and clutch disc.
Outside of cover stamped with #AA800 for identification purposes.
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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: 03-79-18; Date 10/22/18
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Part Number /
Description
Photos
Details / Notes
30100AB030
DISC COMPLETECLUTCH
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Lining diameter increased from 230mm to 240 mm.
Part Number #30100AB030 applied to hub area surface.
30502AA160
BEARING-CLUTCH
RELEASE
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SEE TSB 03-78-17 for more details
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Change to clutch pedal design to maintain current pedal dynamics when
using the new components listed in this bulletin.
White “8V” paint marking applied to clutch pedal arm.
36004VA030
PEDAL AY BRAKE
AND CLUTCH
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SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
Whenever clutch system repairs are necessary, follow the procedures in the applicable Service
Manual. There are no changes to the existing Service Manual procedures when installing these new
components.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
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For multiple occurrences or low mileage clutch disc / cover / flywheel replacements due
to excessive wear or failure, always confirm the customer’s driving habits or usage
conditions before proceeding with any clutch system repairs.
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Using the new-style replacement parts listed above WILL NOT protect the clutch system
from severe abuse.
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Should the customer’s driving habits cause excessive and / or premature wear of “old-style”
components, replacing all 5 of the parts listed above as a set will improve durability of the
clutch system.
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If the new-style pedal assembly has already been installed, just the flywheel, cover and disc
can be replaced as a set.
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REMINDER: NEVER attempt to resurface the flywheel assembly.
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Always advise the customer to operate their clutch system as outlined in the Owner’s Manual
“Starting and Operating / Manual Transmission” section.
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Always use the proper grease (Nichimoly N-130, Conoco-Philips Multiplex Red #2 or
Subaru p.n. 000041000) when lubricating the contact points of the release bearing and
related components as specified in the Service Manual. (See TSB 03-78-17 for more related
information.)
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Bulletin Number: 03-79-18; Date 10/22/18
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WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
Always refer to the Labor Time Guide for specific component coverage.
Labor Description
Labor Operation #
Labor Time
WRX Clutch Replacement per TSB 03-79-18
B215-211
4.3
WRX Clutch /Pedal Bracket Repl. per TSB 03-79-18
C316-611
1.0
Fail Code
KDF-48
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
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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.
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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: 03-79-18; Date 10/22/18
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