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SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
		
		
		
		
		
2000 – 2014MY Legacy and Outback
2003 – 2007MY Baja
2001 – 2018MY Impreza
2013 – 2018MY Crosstrek
2001 – 2018MY Forester
2015 – 2017MY WRX		
SUBJECT:
		
Clutch Release (Throw-Out) BearingDesign Change
NUMBER: 03-82-18R
DATE: 10/26/18
REVISED: 08/26/20
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the
models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has
a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended
periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to
deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with
potential damage to other related components.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new release bearings were incorporated into production as per the table below:
Model
Starting VIN
Legacy
H1068448
Outback
H1389250
Impreza 4-Door
H1620092
Impreza 5-Door
H1739055
Crosstrek
HG250241
Forester
HG553016
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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: 03-82-18R; Revised: 08/26/20
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PART INFORMATION:
The new release bearing part numbers are 30502AA121 and 30502AA150. Always order the most
updated part number based on the specific VIN. Comparison images for identification purposes are
supplied below.
30502AA150
New-style is
engraved with this
“H”.
New-style has a
white dot / paint
mark added.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
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Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
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The service procedures for replacing the release bearing remain unchanged. 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 and related onetime-use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair.
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To avoid customer concerns of a post-repair creaking, squeaking or clicking sound possibly
accompanied by increased pedal effort (stiffness) when operating the clutch pedal, always
thoroughly clean, inspect for signs of wear and re-lubricate the clutch release components.
Any worn components identified should be replaced. For example: see the photos below
which show excessive wear on areas of the release fork which was the root cause of a
squeaking sound heard while the engine was running.
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Bulletin Number: 03-82-18R; Revised: 08/26/20
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Note the excessive wear into the release
fork resulting from lack of lubrication.
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Cleaning the transmission case surrounding the clutch assembly is also necessary to prevent
dirt or debris from contaminating the lubricant and interfering with release lever or bearing
operation.
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Where applicable, the release lever (fork), shaft, pivot ball / stud, ends of the operating
cylinder rod, release bearing contact points on both the release lever and pressure plate
along with the input shaft splines should all be properly lubricated with the grease specified
in the Service Manual (Nichimoly N-130, Conoco-Philips Multiplex Red #2 or Subaru p.n.
000041000) then checked closely for smooth operation before reinstalling the transmission.
It is also important to apply the grease sparingly as shown below, especially on the
transmission input shaft splines to avoid grease contamination of the clutch disc’s friction
material.
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Bulletin Number: 03-82-18R; Revised: 08/26/20
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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.
Bulletin Number: 03-82-18R; Revised: 08/26/20
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