Details

• Brand:

  

• SKU:

  45668AA000

• Other Names:

  Inter-Cooler Insulator, Inter-Cooler Grommet, Cooler Pipe Cushion, Inter-Cooler Bushing, Cushion

• Description:

  2.4L turbo. 2.0L. 2.5L. Sti. 25gt & WRX.

  Inter‑Cooler Cushion – Subaru (45668AA000)

  The Inter‑Cooler Cushion – Subaru (45668AA000) is a Genuine OEM mounting pad designed by Subaru to exact factory specifications. This cushion is positioned between the intercooler and vehicle chassis or brackets, where it absorbs vibration and reduces mounting stress—helping to maintain proper intercooler alignment, sealing, and thermal performance under real-world driving conditions.

  Manufactured from a high-density elastomer or synthetic rubber compound with excellent resistance to heat, oil, and coolant exposure, this cushion maintains its structural integrity over extended cycles of thermal expansion and engine vibration. Subaru selects the material and durometer to ensure long-lasting performance—superior to softer aftermarket equivalents that may degrade prematurely.

  Engineers and DIY technicians alike will benefit from the plug-and-play installability of the 45668AA000. It fits directly into pre-molded attachment points in the intercooler bracket assembly without trimming or modification. This OEM-fit design ensures that vibration damping and mounting tolerance remain within Subaru’s original engineering parameters.

  This cushion is vital for preserving intercooler stability and thermal efficiency, especially under high-load driving or turbocharged engine operation. It reduces shift, wear, and mounting fatigue, helping prevent misalignment that could impair airflow, interfere with connections, or lead to accelerated part failure. Installing the OEM unit restores the intended fit and function of the cooling circuit.

  • Genuine OEM Subaru cushion ensures precise fit and original interference tolerance

  • Heat- and fluid-resistant elastomer maintains shape and vibration damping over time

  • Installs without modification into factory intercooler bracket—plug‑and‑play design

  • Absorbs vibration and thermal expansion to protect intercooler alignment and seals

  • Ideal for professional auto service and hands-on DIY repairs focused on reliability

  • Helps preserve intercooler function, boosting cooling effectiveness and longevity

  Subaru tests this cushion through vibration cycle endurance, thermal exposure, and chemical resistance trials to confirm reliability under real-world engine bay conditions. Replacing a worn or damaged cushion with the 45668AA000 ensures your intercooler remains properly supported, aligned, and thermally efficient as intended by the original factory design.

  Whether you're servicing a customer vehicle in a busy workshop or restoring your own Subaru at home, using this Genuine OEM Inter‑Cooler Cushion helps maintain factory-spec durability, alignment, and cooling integrity—mile after mile.

  
  

• Condition: New
• Notes: Included with intercooler.

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