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SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN
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NUMBER: 05-68-19
2019MY Legacy and Outback
2019MY Impreza
2019MY Crosstrek
2019MY WRX
2019MY BRZ		
SUBJECT:
DATE: 03/04/19
Front Hub Retaining Bolt Change
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information bulletin provides details regarding a change
made to the front hub assembly retaining bolts to enhance vehicle
production line efficiency.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new bolts were incorporated into all models listed above at the
2019MY start of production (SOP).
PART INFORMATION:
Description
FLANGE BOLT
Part Number
Applicability
Quantity
901000468
SIA-Built Models
28376SJ000
Japan (SBR)-Built Models
4 per Side
REMINDERS:
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Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being
repaired.
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These bolts are One-Time Use items and MUST be replaced with new whenever they are
removed.
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RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
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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.
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Identification for Bolts Used On SIA-Built Models (Legacy, Outback, Impreza, Ascent):
Identification for Bolts Used On Japan (SBR) -Built Models (Crosstrek, WRX, BRZ):
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The service procedure for servicing the front hub assembly remains unchanged EXCEPT for the
revised torque specification on SIA-built models as supplied below. 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 and 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.
VERY IMPORTANT: Due to the following torque specification change, these bolts should never be
mixed to avoid an under/ over torque condition on any one or more bolts. Any remaining inventory
of p.n. 901000449 should be scrapped.
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When replacing these bolts on a SIA-Built model (Legacy, Outback, Impreza, Ascent), the
torque specification has been CHANGED from 85 Nm (62.7 Ft. Lbs.) to 126 Nm
(92.9 ft. lbs.).
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On Japan-built models (Crosstrek, WRX, BRZ), the torque specification remains
UNCHANGED, 95 NM (70.1 ft. lbs.).
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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.
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