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SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:

SUBJECT:

2020-23MY Outback & Legacy With 2.4L DIT
2019-23MY Ascent

NUMBER: 09-106-23
DATE: 07/11/23

Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) Design Change

INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of
rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking
in the EPF. A welding material with enhanced durability has been incorporated into the production
of the EPF. If the condition described is confirmed, the EPF should be inspected and if determined
necessary, replaced.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new EPF has been incorporated into vehicle production as per the table below.
Model

Starting VIN

Legacy

P3008074

Outback

P3154038

Ascent

P3409668

DESCRIPTION OF DESIGN CHANGE:

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.

Subaru of America, Inc. is
ISO 14001 Compliant
ISO 14001 is the international standard for
excellence in Environmental Management
Systems. Please recycle or dispose of
automotive products in a manner that is friendly
to our environment and in accordance with all
local, state and federal laws and regulations.

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PART INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being
repaired.
Part Description

Part Number

Quantity

EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY-FRONT

44610AC61B

1

FLANGE BOLT

010106160

As Needed

FLANGE NUT

023806000

As Needed

GSKT EXH PIPE R

44011AG000

1

GASKET UNON BANJO

17556AA000

1

GSKT-EXH MANIF

14038AA050

2

GASKET CR

44022AA123

1

NUT

902350001

6

GASKET-EXHAUST

44616AA310

1

GASKET-EXHAUST

44616AA320

1

NOTE: The parts listed above in gray are one-time use only.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The service procedures for front exhaust pipe replacement 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, 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.
Refer to the applicable Subaru Service Manual: Engine > EXHAUST > Front Exhaust Pipe
NOTES:
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The Service Manual uses a black star () in the component breakdown illustration to indicate
one-time use parts.

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Refer to the applicable Service Manual and review: General Description > Repair Contents
> Action required before & after Battery Disconnect. Additionally, record any stored seat
position(s) before proceeding. Relearn any seat position memory after work is complete. If
the power rear gate (PRG) height has been customized, that position must also be noted and
relearned.

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Whenever reconnecting the ground cable terminal to the battery sensor, torque to 7.5Nm
(5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the
applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS > Battery Sensor.

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WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
For vehicles within Basic New Car Warranty, Federal Emissions Extended Defect Warranty, and SAS
Gold Coverage, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information.
Labor Description

Labor Operation #

Labor Time

TURBO INLET GASKET &/or PIPE R&R

B249-111

1.2

EXHAUST SYSTEM NOISE/LEAK TEST

C229-001

0.2

Fail Code
EBS-02

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: 09-106-23; Date: 07/11/23

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