Body - Clear Coat Flaking Off of Spoiler
No.: TSB-06-51-001DATE: January, 2006
MODEL:
2003-05 Evolution
SUBJECT:
REAR SPOILER REPLACEMENT
PURPOSE
The clear coating on the rear spoiler may flake off when exposed to sunlight for extended periods of time. If a customer complains of this condition, replace the spoiler, using the appropriate replacement spoiler listed below. Paint the spoiler as necessary to match the vehicle body color.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2003-2005 Lancer Evolution vehicles with spoilers produced before 7/28/05 (see spoiler identification shown)
IMPORTANT
Replacement EVO-8 and EVO-9 spoilers listed in this bulletin have increased durability. EVO-9 spoiler replacement parts are slightly different in appearance than EVO-8 model spoilers. EVO-8 customers with affected spoilers in need of replacement due to the clear coat flaking condition should be offered to have their spoiler replaced with the more durable EVO-9 spoiler. IF THE CUSTOMER AGREES you may install the EVO-9 spoiler on affected EVO-8 models.
Customers who do not agree to have their EVO8 spoiler replaced with an EVO-9 spoiler should be advised that the replacement EVO-8 spoilers will not be available until late April 2006. They will need to wait until then for a replacement. DO NOT REPLACE EVO-8 SPOILERS WITH EVO-9 SPOILERS ON A TEMPORARY BASIS.
PARTS INFORMATION
NOTE:
Paint the spoiler as necessary to match the vehicle body color.
WARRANTY INFORMATION