A/T - Revised Transmission To Engine Mounting
Number: 16-73-09Date: 03/05/09
Applicability:
2005~2009MY Legacy/Outback 5AT
2006~2009MY Tribeca 5AT
Subject:
Transmission/Engine Mounting
Introduction
The purpose of this bulletin is for information purposes only.
The number of transmission mounting bolts has decreased from 11 to 8. Also, 2 of the transmission mounting holes have been eliminated.
Countermeasure in Production
^ Eliminating 3 mounting bolts took place in production during the first week of November, 2008.
^ Eliminating 2 mounting holes took place in production during the second week of November, 2008.
Note:
Because of the countermeasure dates, there will be a number of vehicles that have an unmatched number of bolts compared to the holes.
Repair Information/Procedure
When installing a transmission manufactured with the new style mounting configuration, it is not necessary to install a mounting bolt in "C". Refer to the applicable service manual for the torque specification and make sure that the 8 mounting bolts are properly torqued.
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