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Originally Posted by Tcoat

Well I learned something today. Apparently the R Dot sticker means it is a Department of Transport certified replacement part.

I would think they should fix it under warranty since that is an obvious difference in gap.

http://www.acronymfinder.com/Replace...)-(R_DOT).html

http://www.team-integra.net/forum/11...ot-what-2.html

Ahh, so it's a genuine Subaru part but instead of putting the VIN there, they put the "r dot" sticker in it's place. So maybe the hood was damaged during transport or possibly while in the dealer's possession? I feel a little better about that. Will have to call my local Subaru dealership to see what they say.