Legacy Outback VDC Wagon AWD F6-3.0L (2001)
This damage may not be noticeable by a visual inspection but may result in future premature failures of related components such as wheel bearings.
The following instructions should be followed carefully to ensure proper replacement of the right front axle housing assembly.
Following the procedures found in section 5 of the 2001 Subaru Service Manual:
1)
Remove the right front axle housing from the vehicle.
2)
Remove the hub from the old housing.
3)
Remove the old bearing inner race from the hub and discard.
4)
Install the hub in the new pre-assembled replacement housing.
Note:
The replacement right front axle housing has been pre-assembled with wheel bearings, snap ring and grease seals. The bearings have been
pre-packed with the correct amount of grease and do not require additional grease.
5)
Install the new housing assembly using the new hardware provided.
For proper assembly and torque procedures, also refer to the Subaru publication, "Wheel Bearing Replacement Procedure: A visual guide"
(MSA5TT0001).
6)
Check the vehicle's suspension by performing a four-wheel alignment. Adjust the suspension as necessary.
RENTAL CAR
For retail customers, SOA will pay the cost of a one-day car rental when an affected vehicle requires right front axle housing replacement provided:
1)
The LOT number found on the original right front axle housing matches the affected one.
2)
The part is ordered VOR next day air.
The one-day car rental charges may be included with the Recall/Campaign claim submission.
RECALL CAMPAIGN IDENTIFICATION LABEL
Type or print the necessary information on a Recall Campaign identification label. The completed label should be attached to the vehicle's upper radiator
support.
A quantity of labels is provided to each dealer with this bulletin. Additional labels are available through your Area/Distributor Service Office.
CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT AND ENTRY PROCEDURES
Credit for performing this recall campaign will be based on the submission of properly completed repair order information. Dealers may enter the
applicable claim information through their Dealer Communications System.
Listed below is claim entry information:
Inspection Only - Verification of the right front axle housing lot number. The affected lot number is not present, indicating replacement is not necessary.