STI Flexible V bar User manual

Installation and Operation Manual for the Flexible V bar
E4010CC100
First Edition, April 2021
• Thank you for purchasing our product.
• This manual provides instructions for installing and handling the product.
• In order to use the product correctly, make sure you carefully read the “Precautions for Installation Work” section.
• Keep this manual in a safe location such as the glove compartment in order to be able to consult it whenever
necessary.
• Do not process or modify this product. Doing so may damage the product and cause a critical failure.
• For your safety, be sure to turn off the engine before performing any work.
• Make sure all the bolts and nuts are properly fastened.
• Once the mounting bolts are installed, inspect them after the first 100 km and in regular intervals afterwards. Tighten the
mounting bolts as necessary.
• If you notice anything unusual while driving (such as unusual noises, vibrations, etc.), immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe location, inspect the mounting bolts and other parts, and tighten them as necessary.
If the problem persists, inspect and repair the vehicle as soon as possible. Continuing to operate the vehicle without
addressing the issue may damage it or result in an accident.
• If the product becomes deteriorated or gets damaged, or if it is subjected to a strong impact in an accident or a similar
event, its original performance will be compromised. If that happens, stop using the product immediately.
• Be careful not to let any of the parts come into contact with the battery during work.
• This product is not designed for drastically improving the vehicle’s performance at the limit. Always drive safely.
• Only use this product with compatible vehicle models and within the scope of use it was designed for. Failure to do so
may damage the product or lead to an accident.
• Furthermore, if the installation process requires any disassembly or maintenance work, make sure the product is installed
at a service garage certified by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
• When installing this product, be sure to follow the instructions in the service manual issued by SUBARU CORPORATION
for the corresponding vehicle model and observe the precautions described in this manual.
• If any of the bolts or nuts are not tightened according to the rated torque during the installation of this product, they may
get damaged or become loose. Be sure to tighten the bolts and nuts according to the rated torque.
• Contact an authorized SUBARU dealer to have the fluid replenished or replaced after installing this product.
• SUBARU CORPORATION shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damage caused by any failures or other
malfunctions that occur due to incorrect installation or improper handling of this product.
• Please note that SUBARU CORPORATION will not provide warranty coverage for any product or vehicle malfunctions
or any similar issues that are directly or indirectly linked to the installation of this product.
• Please keep in mind that any vehicle malfunctions or similar issues that can occur due to the installation of this product
may not be covered by the vehicle warranty of SUBARU CORPORATION.
• When replacing any existing parts with this product, use only genuine SUBARU non-reusable parts, consumables, and
lubricants.
• The specifications of this product may change without notice.
• Installing this product may have a negative impact on the driving experience and can drastically change the driving char-
acteristics of the vehicle.
WARNING
CAUTION
*NOTES
Important instructions are marked with the symbols listed below. Be sure to always follow these instructions.
This symbol marks instructions that must be followed at all times in order to ensure safety.
Mishandling the product may result in death or serious injuries.
This symbol marks instructions that must be followed at all times in order to ensure safety and
maintain the vehicle in good condition. Mishandling the product may result in injuries or accidents.
This symbol marks important information and useful tips related to the product.
WARNING
CAUTION
*NOTES

• Each flexible V bar has a pillow ball inside a rubber boot.
Be careful not to subject the pillow ball section to
excessive loads when the bar is in a fully bent
position.
Subjecting the section to excessive loads may
result in damage or other issues.
• This manual was written for car mechanics or users who are familiar with the basics of vehicle repairs.
Users without any experience in that area should not perform such work since that may result in injuries,
vehicle malfunctions during driving, or other dangerous situations. In order to ensure that the product is
properly mounted and functions correctly, we recommend having it installed at a SUBARU-certified
service garage.
• During work, be sure to follow the instructions in the service manual issued by SUBARU CORPORATION
for the corresponding vehicle model and observe the precautions described in this manual.
• Be sure to tighten the bolts and nuts according to the rated torque. If any of the bolts or nuts are not tight-
ened according to the rated torque, they may get damaged or become loose.
Installation Procedure
1. Product Number and Compatible Vehicle Models
Product number
E4010CC100
Part name
Flexible V bar
Compatible vehicle models
2. Components
3. Precautions for Installation Work
*Precautions for the flexible V bar
BRZ(ZD)
*Upon receiving the product, check the included parts. If any of the parts are missing or if the parts you have
received are incorrect, contact the dealer that supplied the product.
Flexible V bar main body
Flange nuts (6) Flange bolts (2)
1 set
• For your safety, be sure to always turn off the engine and ignition before performing any work.
• Make sure the bolts and nuts are tightened securely.
4. Simultaneous Replacement, Non-Reusable Parts, and Other Matters
• When mounting this product, always use new bolts and nuts. Do not reuse any old bolts or nuts.
• Observe the rated torque value. The rated torque for the flange nuts and flange bolts: 16 N·m
• Required tools: Ratcheting wrench, torque wrench (12 mm)
WARNING
CAUTION
Fully bent position
CAUTION
Load

5. Work Procedure
*Reference value: T=16 N·m (163 kgf·cm)
*NOTES
Front
Rubber boot
White mark
White mark
*NOTES
WARNING
CAUTION
Stay complete front left
Flange nuts
Flange bolt
(1) Remove the bolt and three nuts, and then
remove the stay complete front left.
(2) Next, remove also the stay complete front right.
(3) Use a new flange bolt and a new set of three
flange nuts to install the flexible V bar LH.
(4) Follow the same procedure to install the flexible
V bar RH.
For your safety, be sure to always turn off the
engine and ignition before performing any work.
Before installing the product, make sure there is
nobody inside the vehicle and ground the tires.
Failure to do so will affect the performance.
Each flexible V bar has a pillow ball inside a
rubber boot. Be careful not to subject the pillow
ball section to excessive loads when the bar is in
a fully bent position. Subjecting the section to
excessive loads may result in damage or other
issues.
Before installing a flexible V bar, be sure to
check the L/R marks on its mounting surfaces.
Before installing a flexible V bar, make sure the
white marks on the rear surfaces on both ends of
the rubber boot are aligned with the white marks
on the bar. If they are not, turn the rubber boot to
align them.
During installation work, be careful not to let oil,
chemicals, or any other substances drop onto
the surface of the product as that may result in
discoloration.
When installing the bar, make sure its front and
rear ends are in a straight position.

(5) Flexible V bar after installation (Reference)