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May 9, 2016 Service bulletin

This bulletin announces a production process change to the starter ring gear portion of the torque...

Subaru technical service bulletin 16-101-16 for 2010-2012 Subaru Outback and 2010-2012 Subaru Legacy.

Bulletin number
16-101-16
Component
Engine and engine cooling
Summary
This bulletin announces a production process change to the starter ring gear portion of the torque converter assembly. To address customer concerns of a squeaking-type sound heard while cranking the engine, a change to improve anti-wear characteristics of the ring gear was made.

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