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Old 12-05-2015, 01:56 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by Apoc View Post
The part numbers are only different on the outside packaging. They still have Subaru branding and part numbers on them. I have purchased parts several times from my Scion dealership and they are Subaru parts. It wouldn't make much sense to have the manufacturer create 2 exact same parts for Toyota and Subaru. The Toyota Genuine Parts labeling is happening after. Once the part is on your car they can't tell the difference and couldn't say shit.

In most cases, yes. This used to be true for the oil filters as well, but isn't any more. If you can still find the SUU# filter, it will be a Subaru 15208AA130 filter in the box. The new Toyota part number filters are their own.
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