57252FE010 Subaru SEAL F PANEL, Price: 19.56$, Weight: 0.142kg
| Make | Number | Name | Availability | Weight, kg | Ship in, Days | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Subaru |
57252FE010 |
SEAL F PANEL |
0 |
0.142 |
2-3 |
19.56$ |
| Not Available | ||||||
Compatibility
| Body | Engine | Vehicle Grade | Market | Model Year From | Model Year To | Suspension | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAGON | 2500CC EMPI SOHC NA | OUTBACK-SE | USA | 06.2006 | 06.2007 | NORMAL SUSPENSION | View |
Body Panel Sealing Strip for Subaru
This sealing strip is a small but critical body component used between metal panels to block water, dust, and road noise. It helps protect hidden cavities around the rear/side panel area where moisture loves to sit. A good seal keeps the cabin cleaner, reduces corrosion risk, and improves overall fit and finish ✅
Why This Seal Is Needed
Factory body joints and overlaps can create tiny gaps. This seal fills those gaps so rainwater, wash spray, and salty slush can’t creep behind the trim and start rusting the panel from the inside out. It also helps prevent annoying wind whistles at speed ️️
How It Works
The strip compresses when the panel and trim are installed. That compression creates a tight barrier that flexes with body movement and temperature changes. The material is designed to stay elastic, so it keeps sealing even after repeated hot/cold cycles ️
What Happens If It’s Worn or Broken
If the seal cracks, shrinks, or tears, you may notice water leaks, damp odors, foggy windows, rattles, and increased wind noise. Long-term, moisture trapped in the body seam can lead to paint bubbling and rust repair costs that far exceed the price of replacing the seal ⚠️