12-235-22

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SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
SUBJECT:
2022MY BRZ
Rear License Plate Mounting
NUMBER: 12-235-22
DATE:
04/12/22
INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces the procedure for rear license plate mounting. The 2022MY BRZ requires the
rear license plate to be mounted to the rear bumper face. There are alignment marks located on the
bumper that are to be used for mounting positioning. Use the procedure information outlined in this
bulletin when installing the rear license plate.
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.
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Bulletin Number: 00-00-22; Date: 04/12/22
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SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
STEP 1: Locate the inner alignment markings outlined with RED in the image above. The marks
have a distance of 7 inches (177.8mm) between them.
STEP 2: Line up the license plate with the inner alignment markings. Using suitable self-tapping
hardware, fasten the plate to the rear bumper. Use CAUTION during the process, do not overtighten
the hardware. This could cause damage to the bumper.
End of Procedure
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: 00-00-22; Date: 04/12/22
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