2012 Subaru Forester TSBs
368 Technical Service Bulletins across 16 categories
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Engine
121 bulletinsThis Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES).
This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type...
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engines.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(SOA) has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists on certain 2005-2009 model year Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2009- 2013 Subaru Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Subaru Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles, and 2012-2014 Subaru WRX and STI vehicles currently or formerly registered in at least one of the salt-belt states listed below or in the District of Columbia. Part numbers in the bulletin has been updated.
This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage...
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on FA and FB type engines.
This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (certain specific vehicles only).
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004- 2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming...
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from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle
surface treatment change to oil control piston rings
surface treatment change to oil control piston rings
surface treatment change to oil control piston rings
ECM Reprogramming for Extended Engine Cranking
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
Oil Consumption in Certain Subaru Models
Oil Consumption in Certain Subaru Models
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs
The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming...
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from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.
This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB...
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type engines.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is recalling 100,127 vehicles including certain 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback (turbo models only), 2008-2014 model year Impreza (turbo models only) and 2009-2013 model year Forester (turbo models only) vehicles to replace the secondary air pump relay.
As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.
As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.
As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.
As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming...
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from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier, and/or upper oil pan.
This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System)...
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-related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.
This bulletin announces availability of new master cylinder application shaft seals.
This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on...
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Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004-2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004- 2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming...
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from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan. There are five areas that should be closely inspected if an oil leak is reported by the customer: 1. The 6mm tapped hole casting boss area in the left-hand camshaft cap 2. The sealing surfaces between either the left or right-hand camshaft cap and camshaft carrier 3. The sealing surfaces between the cylinder head and camshaft carrier 4. The sealing surface between the upper oil pan and the engine block 5. The sealing surfaces of the front timing chain cover
This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System)...
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-related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System)...
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-related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.
This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV)...
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which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal will eliminate potential oil seepage into the wire harness connector portion of the valve. If oil seeps into the connector, over time, the Check Engine lamp may illuminate and set various AVCS-related DTCs.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
The purpose of this bulletin is to announce a change to the specification of the valve springs used in the FB engine.
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The new springs have different color paint marks to help identify their application.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN). This phase of the Takata recall expansion includes all remaining vehicles equipped with a non-desciccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal air bag containing the propellant PSAN. Recall Codes TKA-19-TKB-19-TKC-19
This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help improve vehicle...
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assembly line efficiency and increase durability. In some cases, the Check Engine light may illuminate and a knock sensor-related DTC set in the ECM memory: P0327, P0328, P0332 and P0333. The knock sensor for DIT engines is now utilized for NA engines to improve durability and resistance to heat.
In conjunction with the launch of our new Remanufactured FB Engine Short Block Program, SOA would like to reinforce Core...
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Return Policy (See Parts Policy & Procedures Manual ? Section 12.3 Core Returns ? Reman) and provide suggestions for removal and handling of the short block.
As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oilconsumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.This Warranty Extension will not cover any excessive engine oil consumption found to be a result ofany condition(s) other than those specifically described in this bulletin.This condition must be verified during an inspection and when determined necessary, an oil consumption test performed by an authorized Subaru retailer. SOA will inform vehicle owners this condition may exist via a customer letter.
This Service Information bulletin provides revised procedures for inspection and measurement of the cylinder block...
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assembly to determine whether or not replacement is necessary. Read through and understand this information completely before proceeding with any repairs to the cylinder block. All Models with FA and FB Engines, 2011MY and Later.
If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned...
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to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the pump. In lieu of replacing the power steering pump, the relief valve is now available as a replacement part.
Oil Consumption Class Action Law Suit Frequently Asked Questions
Oil Consumption Class Action Claim Notice Clarification VIN break point clarification Memo.
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Recently SOA has become aware of some retailer questions regarding the VIN breakpoint information supplied as part of the class action notice.
Revised TSB. As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.
Revised TSB. As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
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is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date.
This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns.
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This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.
This Bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosis and determination of necessary part replacement in the event any of the...
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?AVCS Slow Response? or ?AVCS System Failure? DTCs listed above are found to be stored in the ECM memory. A possible cause of these conditions is contamination within the camshaft sprocket and / or oil control solenoid valve (OCV) mechanism.
This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns.
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This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.
This bulletin announces availability of new VDC Control Module & Hydraulic Units (VDCCM&H/U) to address isolated...
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customer concerns of the green Hill Holder light blinking and cancel warning alarm sounding during cranking / starting the engine
2013-14MY Legacy and Outback Models with 2.5L FB Engines, 2011-14MY Forester Models with 2.5L FB Engines, 2015 MY...
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Forester (Manual Transmissions Only), with 2.5L FB Engines, 2012-13 MY Impreza and XV Crosstrek Models with 2.0 FB Engines, 2014-15 MY Impreza and XV Crosstrek Models (Manual Transmissions Only) with 2.0 FB Engine As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date. This Warranty Extension will not cover any excessive engine oil consumption found to be a result of any condition(s) other than those specifically described in this bulletin
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As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date. This Warranty Extension will not cover any excessive engine oil consumption found to be a result of any condition(s) other than those specifically described in this bulletin. This condition must be verified during an inspection and when determined necessary, an oil consumption test performed by an authorized Subaru retailer. SOA will inform vehicle owners this condition may exist via a customer letter. For vehicles within the coverage guidelines listed in this bulletin, customers can schedule an inspection appointment with an authorized Subaru retailer. IMPORTANT: ALWAYS perform a Vehicle Coverage Inquiry on Subarunet to determine eligibility for this Warranty Extension before proceeding. The VIN should also be checked for any open campaigns or recalls at this time.
2013-14MY Legacy and Outback Models with 2.5L FB Engines - 2011-14MY Forester Models with 2.5L FB Engines - 2015 MY...
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Forester (Manual Transmissions Only) with 2.5L FB Engines - 2012-13 MY Impreza and XV Crosstrek Models with 2.0 FB Engines - 2014-15 MY Impreza and XV Crosstrek Models (Manual Transmissions Only) with 2.0 FB Engines. As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage for excessive engine oil consumption on applicable vehicles to 8 years / 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date. This Warranty Extension will not cover any excessive engine oil consumption found to be a result of any condition(s) other than those specifically described in this bulletin. This condition must be verified during an inspection and when determined necessary, an oil consumption test performed by an authorized Subaru retailer. SOA will inform vehicle owners this condition may exist via a customer letter. For vehicles within the coverage guidelines listed in this bulletin, customers can schedule an inspection appointment with an authorized Subaru retailer.
This bulletin provides a procedure for removal of the accessory Turbo Boost Gauge and restoration of the vehicle to pre-installation (OEM) condition.
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Due to circumstances beyond the control of Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA), the accessory Turbo Boost Gauge, p.n. H501SFG500 is no longer available. In the interest of customer satisfaction, SOA will address customer concerns involving a failure of the gauge by returning the vehicle to it?s OEM configuration.
Revised Service Bulletin: Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings This bulletin announces information...
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regarding a major change to the repair procedures previously outlined in Service Bulletins 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R and 02-145-13R.
This Service Information bulletin announces a material change to the engine accessory drive / v-belt made to address...
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customer concerns of a slipping belt (squeal or chirping) sound.
This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the models listed above.
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There have been isolated cases where the sealer used between the upper oil pan and the crankcase has become displaced resulting in engine oil seepage. Revisions made to the upper oil pan casting: * The mating flange thickness of the casting in the area identified as the cause for the seepage has been increased by 5.5mm. (See images provided in the Parts Information section below.) This thickness increase creates the need for a longer bolt to provide proper tightening and retention. * An additional mounting point has been added to the ribbing inside the casting to increase retention of the steel baffle plate and eliminate vibration.
This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the models listed above.
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There have been isolated cases where the sealer used between the upper oil pan and the crankcase has become displaced resulting in engine oil seepage.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLES CONFIRMED AS HAVING THIS CONDITION WHICH ARE WITHIN THE SUPPLIED VIN RANGES WILL NO LONGER BE REPAIRED WITH PISTON RING REPLACEMENT. THE REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS VERIFIED UNUSUAL OIL CONSUMPTION CONCERNS ON THESE SPECIFIC VEHICLES WILL CONSIST OF REPLACING THE ENGINE SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR OF OIL SEEPAGE WHICH MAY BE COMING...
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FROM THE TIMING CHAIN COVER, FRONT CAMSHAFT CAP, CAMSHAFT CARRIER AND / OR UPPER OIL PAN.
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE MADE TO THE SURFACE TREATMENT APPLIED TO THE OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS FOR 2.5L FB ENGINES.
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THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS. OIL CONSUMPTION WILL BE HIGHER THAN NORMAL AND CONSISTENT, IF THIS WEAR OCCURS, THE CONDITION REMAINS UNTIL REPAIR. UNUSUAL SWINGS OR VARIATIONS IN OIL CONSUMPTION ARE NOT CONSISTENT WITH THIS CONDITION AND MAY BE THE RESULT OF VEHICLE USAGE RATHER THAN THE CONDITION DESCRIBED HERE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS SUPPLIED IN THIS BULLETIN TO ASSIST IN THE ASSESSMENT AND DETERMINATION IF VEHICLE USAGE IS A REASON FOR THIS VARIED OIL CONSUMPTION.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLES CONFIRMED AS HAVING THIS CONDITION WHICH ARE WITHIN THE SUPPLIED VIN RANGES WILL NO LONGER BE REPAIRED WITH PISTON RING REPLACEMENT. THE REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS VERIFIED UNUSUAL OIL CONSUMPTION CONCERNS ON THESE SPECIFIC VEHICLES WILL CONSIST OF REPLACING THE ENGINE SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLES CONFIRMED AS HAVING THIS CONDITION WHICH ARE WITHIN THE SUPPLIED VIN RANGES WILL NO LONGER BE REPAIRED WITH PISTON RING REPLACEMENT. THE REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS VERIFIED UNUSUAL OIL CONSUMPTION CONCERNS ON THESE SPECIFIC VEHICLES WILL CONSIST OF REPLACING THE ENGINE SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS A FALSE CEL/MIL ILLUMINATION AND SETTING OF DTC P050A.
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THIS DTC CAN RESULT FROM SPECIFIC CLUTCH OPERATION (ON MT MODELS) AND / OR DRIVING PATTERNS OCCURRING IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE.
INTERCOOLER/INTAKE AIR DUCT - THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF A REVISED REPLACEMENT AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR THE...
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TURBOCHARGED VEHICLES SPECIFIED ABOVE.
DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE DTCS P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 P0340, P0341, P0345, P0346
"A COUNTERMEASURE THERMOSTAT HAS BEEN RELEASED TO ADDRESS A RARE CONDITION WHICH MAY OCCUR DURING ENGINE SOAK IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.
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IN THESE RARE CASES, AFTER AN EXTENDED COLD SOAK, COOLANT MAY ENTER THE THERMOSTATS INTERNAL PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, THE THERMOSTAT MAY OPEN AT A TEMPERATURE WHICH IS LOWER THAN SPECIFIED AND CAUSE DTC P0128 TO BE STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY."
"THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE MADE TO THE SURFACE TREATMENT APPLIED TO THE OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS FOR 2.5L FB ENGINES.
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THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS. OIL CONSUMPTION WILL BE HIGHER THAN NORMAL AND CONSISTENT, IF THIS WEAR OCCURS, THE CONDITION REMAINS UNTIL REPAIR. UNUSUAL SWINGS OR VARIATIONS IN OIL CONSUMPTION ARE NOT CONSISTENT WITH THIS CONDITION AND MAY BE THE RESULT OF VEHICLE USAGE RATHER THAN THE CONDITION DESCRIBED HERE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS SUPPLIED IN THIS BULLETIN TO ASSIST IN THE ASSESSMENT AND DETERMINATION IF VEHICLE USAGE IS A REASON FOR THIS VARIED OIL CONSUMPTION."
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR OF OIL SEEPAGE WHICH MAY BE COMING...
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FROM THE TIMING CHAIN COVER, FRONT CAMSHAFT CAP, CAMSHAFT CARRIER AND / OR UPPER OIL PAN.
"THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLES CONFIRMED AS HAVING THIS CONDITION WHICH ARE WITHIN THE SUPPLIED VIN RANGES WILL NO LONGER BE REPAIRED WITH PISTON RING REPLACEMENT. THE REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS VERIFIED UNUSUAL OIL CONSUMPTION CONCERNS ON THESE SPECIFIC VEHICLES WILL CONSIST OF REPLACING THE ENGINE SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY."
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS
THIS BULLETIN INFORMS OF A PARTS CHANGE TO THE BRAKE SYSTEM MASTER CYLINDER AND VACUUM BOOSTER.
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WHENEVER REPLACEMENT OF EITHER OF THESE COMPONENTS IS REQUIRED, THE IDENTIFICATION PROCEDURE PROVIDED BELOW MUST BE FOLLOWED TO INSURE THE PROPER PARTS ARE ORDERED AND INSTALLED AS A SET.
"THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN REVIEWS A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS TO ELIMINATE IMPROPER DIAGNOSIS...
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OF THE EVAPORATIVE LEAK CHECK MODULE (ELCM) BY THE ECM WHICH COULD SET DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0451 IN ERROR. SOME EXAMPLES OF OTHER DTCS AFFECTED BY THIS HARNESS CHANGE ARE: P0068, P0452, P0453, P0107, P0108 AND P0300. THE CHANGE INVOLVES A REPOSITIONING OF THE SENSOR AND ACTUATOR WIRING GROUND JUNCTION POINT TO A LOCATION UNAFFECTED BY ENGINE MOVEMENT AND HIGH TEMPERATURES (NEAR TURBOCHARGER) WHICH MAY DEVELOP EXCESSIVE RESISTANCE. SINCE THIS CONDITION DEVELOPS OVER TIME, DTC(S) MAY SET VERY INTERMITTENTLY WITH LONG PERIODS OF TIME BETWEEN OCCURRENCES. A MORE FREQUENT OCCURRENCE OF ANY OF THESE DTC(S) MAY INDICATE A DIFFERENT ROOT CAUSE OTHER THAN THE CONDITION DESCRIBED IN THIS BULLETIN."
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR OF OIL SEEPAGE WHICH MAY BE COMING...
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FROM THE TIMING CHAIN COVER, FRONT CAMSHAFT CAP, CAMSHAFT CARRIER AND / OR UPPER OIL PAN.
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS A POSSIBLE EXTENDED ENGINE CRANKING...
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CONDITION CAUSED BY CAMSHAFT POSITIONING AT THE TIME THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF.
"THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLES CONFIRMED AS HAVING THIS CONDITION WHICH ARE WITHIN THE SUPPLIED VIN RANGES WILL NO LONGER BE REPAIRED WITH PISTON RING REPLACEMENT. THE REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS VERIFIED UNUSUAL OIL CONSUMPTION CONCERNS ON THESE SPECIFIC VEHICLES WILL CONSIST OF REPLACING THE ENGINE SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY."
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. THE PURPOSE OF REVISING THIS BULLETIN IS TO CORRECT THE TRANSMISSION TYPE.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF EXTENDED CRANKING TIME...
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BEFORE THE ENGINE STARTS.
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE...
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MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE. THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS) CLEARANCE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION CAUSING THESE CONDITION(S) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE TO SET. IN ADDITION TO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START.
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS - THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF...
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UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS.
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS - THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF...
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UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS.
"DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS P0340, P0341, P0345, P0346, P0365, P0366, P0390, P0391,...
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P0301, P0302, P0303 OR P0304 - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE."
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE...
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MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE. THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS) CLEARANCE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION CAUSING THESE CONDITION(S) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE TO SET. IN ADDITION TO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START.
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS - THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF...
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UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS.
SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS - THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF...
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UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS.
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE...
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MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE. THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS) CLEARANCE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION CAUSING THESE CONDITION(S) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE TO SET. IN ADDITION TO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF A REVISED REPLACEMENT AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR THE TURBOCHARGED VEHICLES SPECIFIED.
"THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO ANNOUNCE THE AVAILABILITY OF UPDATED ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS DTCS P0301 P0304 AND P050A.
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NOTE: THESE REPROGRAMMING FILES ARE INTENDED TO ADDRESS A CONDITION WHEN DTCS ARE PRESENT FOR MISFIRE, BUT NO ACTUAL DRIVABILITY CONDITION EXISTS OR HAS BEEN REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER. ACTUAL ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGHNESS CONDITIONS MUST BE DIAGNOSED ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURES LISTED IN THE APPLICABLE SERVICE MANUAL."
"PROPOSED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT RECENTLY YOU MAY HAVE SEEN VARIOUS ONLINE AND OTHER MEDIA...
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ARTICLES REGARDING SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. REACHING A PROPOSED SETTLEMENT IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT FOR ALLEGED OIL CONSUMPTION CONCERNS ON CERTAIN SUBARU VEHICLES. SOME MEDIA OUTLETS ALSO SUPPLIED VARYING INFORMATION ON THE CONTENTS OF THIS SETTLEMENT. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED TO YOU, OUR RETAILERS, IN ADVANCE OF ANY CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION."
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS AND DETERMINATION OF NECESSARY PART REPLACEMENT IN THE EVENT ANY OF THE...
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AVCS SLOW RESPONSE OR AVCS SYSTEM FAILURE DTCS LISTED ABOVE ARE FOUND TO BE STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY. A POSSIBLE CAUSE OF THESE CONDITIONS IS CONTAMINATION WITHIN THE CAMSHAFT SPROCKET AND / OR OIL CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE (OCV) MECHANISM.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE...
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BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R. THESE BULLETINS PROVIDED A REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PISTON RINGS TO ADDRESS VERIFIED CONCERNS OF UNUSUAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. THE PURPOSE OF REVISING THIS BULLETIN IS TO CORRECT THE TRANSMISSION TYPE.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR OF OIL SEEPAGE WHICH MAY BE COMING...
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FROM THE TIMING CHAIN COVER, FRONT CAMSHAFT CAP, CAMSHAFT CARRIER AND / OR UPPER OIL PAN.
REVISED SERVICE BULLETIN: SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION...
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REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF EXTENDED CRANKING TIME...
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BEFORE THE ENGINE STARTS.
REVISED SERVICE BULLETIN: SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES INFORMATION...
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REGARDING A MAJOR CHANGE TO THE REPAIR PROCEDURES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED IN SERVICE BULLETINS 02-143-13R, 02-144-13R AND 02-145-13R.
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES AN INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A MISALIGNMENT OF THE REAR UPPER AND LOWER WINDOW...
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SASH WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FRONT DOOR GLASS TO BIND OR MOVE SLOWLY WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. THIS CONDITION MAY ALSO CAUSE ERRATIC OPERATION OF THE POWER WINDOW AUTO-UP FEATURE (IF EQUIPPED). IN SOME CASES, WHEN CLOSING THE WINDOW, THE SYSTEM MAY MIS-INTERPRET THE BINDING CONDITION AND ACTIVATE THE PINCHING HAZARD PREVENTION FEATURE AND REVERSE THE MOTORS DIRECTION.
IF YOU ENCOUNTER A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THAT THE ENGINE IS DIFFICULT TO START, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AIR GAP MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION.
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THIS IS CAUSED BY AN IRREGULAR STAMPING OF THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR PLATE. TO REMEDY THE CONDITION, A SHIM WILL NEED TO BE ADDED TO THE BANK 1 (RIGHT HAND) CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR TO BRING THE AIR GAP INTO SPECIFICATION. NOTE: DTCS P0341 AND P0346 ARE APPLICABLE TO 2013MY VEHICLES ONLY.
SUBARU: INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT REVISION OF AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR TURBOCHARGER WHERE INSULATOR PORTION OF DUCT...
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SEPARATES FROM DUCT AND LEAKS BOOST PRESSURE, LOSS OF POWER AND INCREASED SOUND LEVELS OCCURS. MODEL 2005-12 LEGACY, OUTBACK TURBO, 2009-13 FORESTER TURBO, 2008-14 IMPREZA WRX. *PE
SUBARU: ECM IS AVAILABLE FOR REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS FALSE CEL/MIL ILLUMINATION AND THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE...
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(DTC) P050A RESULTED FROM SPECIFIC CLUTCH OPERATIONS AND/OR DRIVING PATTERNS AFTER STARTING ENGINE. MODEL 2011-2013 LEGACY, FORESTER, IMPREZA. *PE
SUBARU: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS.
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THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE INSPECTION AND REPAIR. *JS UPDATED 11/18/14. *PE
SUBARU: DUE TO IRREGULAR STAMPING OF CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR PLATE, AND OUT OF SPECIFICATION, ENGINE MAY BE DIFFICULT...
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TO START AND NEED A SHIM ADDED TO BANK 1 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR TO HAVE AIR GAP IN SPECIFICATION. MODEL 2011-2013 FORESTER. *PE
SUBARU: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SOFTWARE CHANGE WILL NOT AFFECT FUEL ECONOMY OR PERFORMANCE, EVEN THOUGH A CORRECTION, FOR ENGINE CONTROL MODULE, HAS BEEN DEVELOPED FOR THE DEFICIENCY IN OBDII SYSTEM THERMOSTAT MONITORING LOGIC. MODELS 2011-2012 LEGACY, OUTBACK, IMPREZA SEDAN, WAGON, FORESTER, TRIBECA AND 2013 BRZ. *PE UPDATED 1/31/13. *PE
Other
81 bulletinsThis bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the...
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proper exchange procedure.
Subaru tech tips newsletter article locator.
Subaru tech tips newsletter article locator.
This bulletin addresses cases when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code...
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202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to...
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the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
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proper exchange procedure.
This OTA is released to address Telematic functions that may stop working after a certain amount of time from the...
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vehicle's production.
This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the...
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Subaru Lock Information web-site.
This Bulletin announces availability of a User Guide and an informative video to supplement the recent releases to...
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retailers of the SOA321152 and SOA321153 Terminal Test Kits.
When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur...
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preventing the process from completing successfully.
This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which...
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impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale.
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the...
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proper exchange procedure.
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proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the...
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Subaru Lock Information web-site.
This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the...
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Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
Countermeasure Thermostat Availability for DTC P0128
Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071
Diagnosis and Repair for AVCS-Related DTCs
Exchange Component Identification and prcedures
Replacement AT Oil Cooler Piping
Exchange Component Identification and procedures
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
Diagnosis and Repair for AVCS-Related DTCs
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proper exchange procedure.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the...
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Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Tech Support SD Card for Navi Complete
This Bulletin provides a repair procedure for the replacement of the tonneau cover stoppers.
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This procedure must be used in place of tonneau cover assembly replacement for stopper failure. Replacing the complete tonneau cover assembly due to a stopper failure is no longer an accepted repair.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the...
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Subaru Lock Information web-site.
( 2017-2018MY Impreza - 5 Dr Only)
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the...
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Subaru Lock Information web-site.
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS
REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR FOR AVCS-RELATED DTCS P000A, P000B, P000C, P000D, P0011, P0014, P0021 AND P0024
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Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
37 bulletinsThis Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare.
This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2A16...
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(Immobilizer Key Collation Diagnosis).
Subaru service article locator.
Subaru service article locator.
Subaru Service Technical Support Newsletter special edition.
This announcement is to bring attention to the OTA for In-vehicle service appointment scheduler and In-vehicle message...
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center.
This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual...
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models.
"This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16."
This announcement is in regard to special service tool shipment will be shipped directly to the Subar retailers during...
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February.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual...
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models.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual...
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models.
This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual...
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models.
Service Manual Corrections
Service Manual Corrections
Service Manual Corrections
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual...
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models.
This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical...
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Information System (STIS) web site.
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual...
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models
Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc.
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(SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru...
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Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru...
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Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C).
Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc.
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(SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru...
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Technical Information System (STIS) web site. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as guides for becoming aware of the latest changes. We advise you to always refer to the STIS web site when looking for the latest Service information.
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch...
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to increase durability
SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS - THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE...
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MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE.
"WE HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL CALLS FROM DEALERS WHO HAVE CUSTOMERS ELIGIBLE FOR THE WQH44 SUBARU CARPETED FLOOR MAT RECALL...
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BUT DO NOT HAVE THE ORIGINAL MATS THAT WERE IN THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF SALE. IN MOST CASES, THE CUSTOMERS HAVE STATED THAT THEY HAVE DISCARDED OR DESTROYED THE MATS. IN OTHER INSTANCES, THE CUSTOMERS INDICATED THAT THEIR VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE THE MATS WHEN THEY PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. IF, OR WHEN, THIS SITUATION ARISES, PLEASE FILL OUT THE ATTACHED FORM AND HAVE THE CUSTOMER SIGN IT AND RETAIN THE SIGNED FORM WITH THE REPAIR ORDER. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE CLAIMS HELPLINE AT 866-782-2782."
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE.
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THE EXCHANGE PROGRAM POLICY CAN ALSO BE FOUND IN SECTIONS 8.4.9 AND 11.2.10 OF YOUR SERVICE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL FOUND IN SUBARUNET.
SERVICE MEMO REGARDING SPRAY APPLICATION GUN ASSEMBLY / USE CAUTION
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE.
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE.
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THE EXCHANGE PROGRAM POLICY CAN ALSO BE FOUND IN SECTIONS 8.4.9 AND 11.2.10 OF YOUR SERVICE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL FOUND IN SUBARUNET. 2013MY SUBARU VEHICLES
Infotainment
22 bulletinsThis Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of...
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Infotainment concerns.
A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.
This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi.
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The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update is for approximatelt 714,000 VINs.
The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP...
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1.5.
This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems.
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Inprovement for CarPlay concerns with hands-free calls when the receiving party is not able to hear the caller.
New Navigation System Map Download Available ? Q3 2012 mapset
Reprogramming for Non-Requested Bluetooth Audio Streaming Affecting ONLY Clarion Audio Units
Fujitsu Ten (F10) Audio/Navigation Unit SD Card Exchange Information
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repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
PANASONIC AUDIO SYSTEMS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
All 2012 to 2015 Models Equipped with Fujitsu Ten (F10) Generation 1 (Gen1) Audio / Navigation Systems.
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This bulletin announces a new procedure for updating the operating software used in F10 Gen1 audio / navigation systems. This new procedure eliminates the need to exchange the head unit / SD card to obtain software-related updates and operating enhancements.
This bulletin announces a new procedure for updating the operating software used in F10 Gen1 audio / navigation systems.
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This new procedure eliminates the need to exchange the head unit / SD card to obtain software-related updates and operating enhancements. All 2012 to 2015 Models Equipped with FujitsuTen (F10) Generation 1 (Gen1) Audio / Navigation Systems
FUJITSU TEN (F10) AUDIO/NAVIGATION UNIT SD CARD EXCHANGE INFORMATION INCLUDING DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING FOR...
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SPECIFIC SOFTWARE-RELATED CONDITIONS WHICH MAY BE CORRECTED THROUGH A PROGRAMMING UPDATE
PROCESS FOR UPDATING OUR NAVIGATION SYSTEMS TO MORE RECENT MAPS
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE HELPFUL INSIGHT TO USE WHEN RESPONDING TO CUSTOMER INQUIRIES...
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INVOLVING THE PAIRING AND USE OF CELLULAR PHONES WITH CLARION AUDIO UNITS. THIS INCLUDES CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHERE THE PHONE WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY PAIR ITSELF BUT INSTEAD REQUIRES MANUAL PHONE SELECTION ON THE AUDIO UNIT TO ALLOW PAIRING TO PROCEED.
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE 6 DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE...
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WHEN USING THE F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM. WE WILL CONTINUE TO ADD MORE HELPFUL TIPS TO THIS TSB AS INFORMATION IS RECEIVED FROM F10.
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A NEW PROCEDURE FOR UPDATING THE OPERATING SOFTWARE USED IN F10 GEN1 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEMS.
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THIS NEW PROCEDURE ELIMINATES THE NEED TO EXCHANGE THE HEAD UNIT / SD CARD TO OBTAIN SOFTWARE-RELATED UPDATES AND OPERATING ENHANCEMENTS. ALL 2012 TO 2015 MODELS EQUIPPED WITH FUJITSUTEN (F10) GENERATION 1 (GEN1) AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEMS
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A NEW PROCEDURE FOR UPDATING THE OPERATING SOFTWARE USED IN F10 GEN1 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEMS.
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THIS NEW PROCEDURE ELIMINATES THE NEED TO EXCHANGE THE HEAD UNIT / SD CARD TO OBTAIN SOFTWARE-RELATED UPDATES AND OPERATING ENHANCEMENTS. ALL 2012 TO 2015 MODELS EQUIPPED WITH FUJITSUTEN (F10) GENERATION 1 (GEN1) AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEMS
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE 6 DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE...
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WHEN USING THE F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM.
ALL SUBARU OWNERS WITH 2012MY & 2013MY FACTORY NAVIGATION MAY NOW DOWNLOAD THE LATEST MAPSET DATA FROM NOKIA/NAVTEQ...
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AVAILABLE Q3 2012.
"IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE DISPLAY OF AN OPEN RECALL ON THE WQE99 PROGRAM (OPTIONAL PUDDLE LIGHTS) THAT WAS USED FOR...
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VEHICLES THAT MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE PUDDLE LIGHTS, THE WQE99 PROGRAM HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. THE ACTUAL RECALL FOR THE PUDDLE LIGHTS (WQE41) REMAINS UNCHANGED. TO REPLACE THE WQE99 NOTIFICATION, COMMENTS WILL BE ADDED TO THE VEHICLE COVERAGE INQUIRY TO IDENTIFY THESE VEHICLES. WHEN LOOKING FOR OPEN RECALLS IN THE VEHICLE COVERAGE INQUIRY, PLEASE CHECK THE COMMENTS TO IDENTIFY VINS THAT MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE THE OPTIONAL PUDDLE LIGHTS. IF THE VEHICLE HAS PUDDLE LIGHTS THAT MEET THE CRITERIA IN THE WQE41 CAMPAIGN BULLETIN, CONTINUE TO CALL THE CLAIMS HELPLINE TO REGISTER THE VIN IN THE WQE41 RECALL. THESE COMMENTS SHOULD APPEAR ON THE VEHICLE COVERAGE INQUIRY BY THE END OF THE DAY. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS ISSUE, PLEASE CONTACT THE CLAIMS HELPLINE AT 1-866-782-2782."
Electrical
20 bulletinsThis Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current)...
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in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.
This announcment provides information on the release of the latest software updates to the Subaru Midtronics DSS-5000...
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Battery Diagnostic tool.
This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2...
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Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.
This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication...
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Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.
This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication Module (DCM) as...
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a dark current/standby current source. All models equipped with Telematics except Solterra.
Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator Like for Like Recall
Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator Like for Like Recall
ECM reprogramming
Subaru Service Program WQC-39: ECM Reprogramming
ECM Reprogramming Availability for DTC P050A
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
New Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A LOOSE WINDSHIELD MOUNTED AUTO-DIMMING COMPASS MIRROR WITH HOMELINK (WITH OR...
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WITHOUT HOMELINK ON BRZ MODELS), THE MOUNTING ADAPTER PLATE SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR PROPER TIGHTNESS. THE APPLICABLE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE UTILIZE A MIRROR MOUNT ADAPTOR TO SECURE THE MIRROR TO THE WINDSHIELD. DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION, IN SOME CASES, THE MIRROR MAY LOOSEN OVER TIME AND BEGIN TO RATTLE. A NEW SERVICE KIT HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE RETENTION OF THE MIRROR TO THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT. THE COUNTERSINK IN THE CAM PLATE SHOWN IN THE PHOTO BELOW HAS BEEN ELIMINATED TO MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER. FORESTER, IMPREZA, WRX AND STI VEHICLES PRODUCED DURING THE 2008 CALENDAR YEAR AND LATER 2013MY BRZ (WITH OR WITHOUT HOMELINK)
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF THE BLUETOOTH AUDIO...
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STREAMING FEATURE OPERATING WITHOUT BEING SELECTED. THIS CAUSES THE SOURCES (SMARTPHONE, IPOD, IPHONE, MP3 PLAYER) BATTERY TO DRAIN UNEXPECTEDLY. THE UPDATE WILL INITIATE AN OFF SIGNAL TO THE MEDIA DEVICE SHOULD BLUETOOTH AUDIO STREAMING BEGIN WITHOUT A REQUEST FROM THE VEHICLES AUDIO UNIT. THE REPROGRAMMING FILES ARE ACCESSIBLE VIA: SUBARUNET > SERVICE > CLARION DOWNLOADS AND WILL NEED TO BE DOWNLOADED ONTO A DEDICATED NEW OR COMPLETELY EMPTY AND FORMATTED USB STORAGE DEVICE (FLASH DRIVE) FOR INSTALLATION INTO THE AUDIO UNIT THROUGH THE AUDIO SYSTEMS USB PORT. IMPORTANT: READ THROUGH AND UNDERSTAND THIS SERVICE PROCEDURE COMPLETELY BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER AS DAMAGE TO THE AUDIO UNIT MAY RESULT IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS OUTLINED BELOW ARE NOT FOLLOWED.
WE WOULD LIKE TO REMIND DEALERS THAT FOR THIS CAMPAIGN THE REPAIR PART NUMBER IS H001SSC300, WHICH IS A FUSED MINI HARNESS.
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THERE ARE TWO REQUIRED PER VEHICLE. THERE ARE OTHER COMPONENTS LISTED IN THE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN FOR CONVENIENCE BUT, THE LIKELIHOOD OF THESE PARTS BEING NEEDED IS SMALL. THEREFORE, DUE TO THE LIMITED AVAILABILITY OF THESE PARTS WE ARE ASKING DEALERS TO PLEASE ONLY ORDER PARTS AS NEEDED FOR VEHICLES THAT REQUIRE THESE COMPONENTS. DEALERS SHOULD NOT BE STOCKING THESE ITEMS. IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE PARTS INFORMATION COORDINATORS
"SUBARU HAS DETERMINED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHTS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT...
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CIRCUIT AND CAUSE THE RELATED COMPONENTS TO OVERHEAT AND POTENTIALLY MELT. A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN DEVELOP WHEN EITHER THE PUDDLE LIGHTS OR CONNECTORS ARE EXPOSED TO AN ELECTROLYTIC MOISTURE SOURCE (I.E.- SALT WATER) AND IT PENETRATES THE CIRCUIT BOARD OF THE PUDDLE LIGHT OR THE PINS OF THE PUDDLE LIGHT CONNECTOR(S). IF THE PUDDLE LIGHTS OR CONNECTORS WERE TO OVERHEAT, THEY COULD MELT AND POSE A RISK OF A FIRE. THIS RECALL WILL INVOLVE VEHICLE INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION OF INLINE FUSES AS NECESSARY."
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS AND DETERMINATION OF NECESSARY PART REPLACEMENT IN THE EVENT ANY OF THE...
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AVCS SLOW RESPONSE OR AVCS SYSTEM FAILURE DTCS LISTED ABOVE ARE FOUND TO BE STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY.
SUBARU HAS DETERMINED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHTS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT...
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CIRCUIT AND CAUSE THE RELATED COMPONENTS TO OVERHEAT AND POTENTIALLY MELT. A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN DEVELOP WHEN EITHER THE PUDDLE LIGHTS OR THEIR CONNECTORS ARE EXPOSED TO AN ELECTROLYTIC MOISTURE SOURCE (I.E. SALT WATER) AND IT PENETRATES THE CIRCUIT BOARD OF THE PUDDLE LIGHT OR THE PINS OF THE PUDDLE LIGHT CONNECTOR(S). IF THE PUDDLE LIGHTS OR CONNECTORS WERE TO OVERHEAT, THEY COULD MELT AND POSE A RISK OF A FIRE. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR THE PUDDLE LIGHTS. AS A PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO ADD IN-LINE FUSES FOR BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE PUDDLE LIGHTS TO THOSE VEHICLES THAT DO NOT ALREADY HAVE FUSES CONTAINED IN THE WIRE HARNESSES.
SUBARU: THE RUBBER CAP, THAT COVERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, HAS A NEW DESIGN CHANGE AND IT...
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PROVIDES BETTER SEALING AND RESISTANCE TO INTRUSION OF MOISTURE THAT CAN COMPROMISE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, AND MAY BE IN SOME CASES, CAUSE OIL PRESSURE LAMP TO ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2012-2013 IMPREZA,2011-2013 FORESTER. *PE
Lighting
17 bulletinsThis bulletin provides information on the load carrying capacity reduced label when a port-installed or...
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retailer-installed accessory exeeds 1.5 percent of the GVWR or 100 pounds, which ever is lower.
This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear...
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combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on the inside of the lamp lenses.
Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
Preliminary Inspection and Repair Procedure for Puddle Light Campaign WQE-41
New Subaru Recall Campaign: Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
Puddle Light Recall
Owner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019.
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Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Subaru retailers with affected vehicles will receive an affected VIN list from their Zone Office prior to owner notification. Service, Parts, and Claim Instructions Detailed service, parts, and claim information is available in the WUF-91 Product Campaign Bulletin on STIS. A copy of the owner notification is included at the end of the bulletin.
This bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch.
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An improperly adjusted (or faulty) stop lamp switch can cause any of the DTCs listed to set and result in the related system?s (e. g. VDC and/or EyeSight) warning lamp to illuminate.
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information...
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on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin identifies the equipment required to initialize (reset) the immobilizer code and cut the key blanks, for both immobilizer and non-immobilizer type keys. Subaru of America began using immobilizer systems in some 2005MY vehicles (please refer to Immobilizer Chart for more detailed information).
This bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch.
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An improperly adjusted (or faulty) stop lamp switch can cause any of the DTCs listed above to set and result in the related system?s (e. g. VDC and/or EyeSight) warning lamp to illuminate.
NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHTS
"THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY.
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NICKEL PLATING HAS BEEN APPLIED TO THE INTERNAL SWITCH CONTACTS TO ENHANCE THEIR DURABILITY AND REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF POOR CONTACT WHICH COULD AFFECT OPERATION OR CAUSE IMPROPER ILLUMINATION OF THE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP. A SMALL PILOT PORTION WAS ADDED TO THE THREADED AREA ON P.N. 25240KA051 AS SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATION BELOW. REVISED PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION."
"THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY.
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NICKEL PLATING HAS BEEN APPLIED TO THE INTERNAL SWITCH CONTACTS TO ENHANCE THEIR DURABILITY AND REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF POOR CONTACT WHICH COULD AFFECT OPERATION OR CAUSE IMPROPER ILLUMINATION OF THE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP. A SMALL PILOT PORTION WAS ADDED TO THE THREADED AREA ON P.N. 25240KA051 AS SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATION BELOW."
"THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE FURTHER CLARIFICATION OF THE PROPER CLAIMS PROCEDURES TO FOLLOW WHEN A...
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VEHICLE COMES IN TO YOUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE WQE]41 PUDDLE LIGHT CAMPAIGN. FIRST AND FOREMOST, VERIFY THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH GENUINE SUBARU ACCESSORY PUDDLE LIGHTS. IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT EQUIPPED, RELEASE THE VEHICLE AS NO CORRECTION IS REQUIRED."
THE OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHT RECALL HAS NOW BEEN RELEASED.
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OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WERE MAILED TODAY. EFFECTIVE TODAY, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2013, ALL CLAIMS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED USING THE RECALL BULLETIN CLAIM CODING INFORMATION.
HILL START ASSIST (HSA) WARNING LIGHT, DTC C0076 - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF...
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INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.
SUBARU: THE CUSTIOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF THE INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.
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STORED DTC C0076 WITH DETAIL CODES 2610H AND/OR 2620H. *JS
Brakes
12 bulletins"The repair instructions previously provided in the WQK-47 recall bulletin as been updated, the WQQ-52 recall will...
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involve applying additional anti-corrosion material to the four-way (2-2 way) joint connector area of the brake line system on Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles previously repaired under the WQK-47 (14V-311) brake line corrosion recall prior tothe December 23, 2014 WQK-47 recall bulletin revision."
Due to incomplete repair instructions previously provided in the WQK-47 recall bulletin, the WQQ-52 recall will involve...
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applying additional anti-corrosion material to the four-way (2-2 way) joint connector area of the brake line system on Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles previously repaired under the WQK-47 (14V-311) brake line corrosion recall prior to the December 23, 2014 WQK-47 recall bulletin revision. The revisions to the bulletin are for part number changes.
This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers.
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This information has been developed to reduce unnecessary brake caliper replacement.
Brake Line Corrosion
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips.
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This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven or premature wear of the replacement brake pads. This additional instruction applies to all models with brake pads using the upper and lower pad clips and has been added to the brake pad installation procedures found in the related Service Manuals.
Annoucment to UPDATE ? Subaru Recall Campaign WQQ?52 Brake Line Corrosion
WQK-47R - BRAKE LINE CORROSION
SERVICE MEMO ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: BRAKE LINE CORROSION WQQ-52
WQK-47 - BRAKE LINE CORROSION PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN
NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: BRAKE LINE CORROSION WQK]47
THIS RECALL IS BEING ISSUED AS A RESULT OF INCOMPLETE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE IMPREZA AND FORESTER REPAIR...
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PROCEDURE FOR THE WQK-47 BRAKE LINE CORROSION RECALL.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO ADVISE OF RECALL WQQ-52 BEING ISSUED AS A RESULT OF INCOMPLETE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN...
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THE IMPREZA, WRX, STI, AND FORESTER REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE WQK-47 BRAKE LINE CORROSION RECALL.
Body & Paint
11 bulletinsThis bulletin provides information on paint codes for vehicles in the 2026 line up.
This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time...
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exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
Design Change to Rubber Sealing Cap for Oil Pressure Switch
Rear Door Wheel Arch Molding
Front Door Glass Does Not Close Properly
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
"This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the following customer...
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concerns: Power windows inoperative from the drivers door master and / or passenger front door switch Unable to remotely operate other door windows from the drivers door master switch One-Touch Auto Up / Down features inoperative from either / both front door switches"
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the following customer...
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concerns: ? Power windows inoperative from the driver?s door master and / or passenger front door switch ? Unable to remotely operate other door windows from the driver?s door master switch ? One-Touch Auto Up / Down features inoperative from either / both front door switches
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to improve its...
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retention and prevent water intrusion into the converter case.
IN THE EVENT YOU ENCOUNTER A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THAT THE REAR DOOR WHEEL ARCH MOLDING IS LOOSE, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY...
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THAT THE 3M TAPE WHICH ATTACHES THE MOLDING HAS NOT ADHERED PROPERLY. PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE MOLDING(S).
Transmission
11 bulletinsThis annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be...
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available.
This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a...
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high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area.
Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings
This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.
This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed.
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above.
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During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above.
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During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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HAS EXTENDED THE AVAILABILITY OF REMANUFACTURED CVT TRANSMISSIONS TO INCLUDE CROSSTREK, FORESTER AND IMPREZA APPLICATIONS. PLEASE CHECK APPLICATIONS AND AVAILABILITY THROUGH NORMAL PARTS CHANNELS PRIOR TO MAKING VEHICLE REPAIRS. RETAILERS ARE REQUIRED TO USE A REMANUFACTURED UNIT FOR ALL REPAIRS REIMBURSED BY SUBARU THAT REQUIRE A MAJOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, EXCEPT IN THE CASE OF A NEW AND IN-STOCK VEHICLE.
REPLACEMENT AT OIL COOLER PIPING - THIS BULLETIN WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE TO THE AUTOMATIC...
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TRANSMISSION (AT) FLUID COOLER PIPING AND AN ADDITION TO THE SERVICE PROCEDURE USED DURING THEIR REPLACEMENT.
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS - THIS...
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BULLETIN PROVIDES PRODUCTION CHANGE, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND PARTS INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A HIGH-PITCHED SOUND COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING AREA.
Software & Calibration
9 bulletinsThis announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors with DST-010...
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interface firmware has been updated.
This Bulletin outlines a comprehensive update to the dark current/parasitic draw diagnosis & testing procedures.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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will release an OTA to perform a software update to the DCM. This is a preventive OTA.
DTC P0301 ? P0304 and P050A Reprogramming
DTC P0456 REPROGRAMMING FILE AVAILABILITY
THIS BULLETIN WAS REVISED TO ADVISE RETAILERS THE WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION HAS BEEN UPDATED.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE. THE TABLES CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BECOMING AWARE OF THE LATEST CHANGES. WE ADVISE YOU TO ALWAYS REFER TO THE STIS WEB SITE WHEN LOOKING FOR THE LATEST SERVICE INFORMATION. PRINTED PAGES WILL NOT BE MADE AVAILABLE TO UPDATE PRINTED SERVICE MANUALS.
"THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE. THE TABLES CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BECOMING AWARE OF THE LATEST CHANGES. WE ADVISE YOU TO ALWAYS REFER TO THE STIS WEB SITE WHEN LOOKING FOR THE LATEST SERVICE INFORMATION. PRINTED PAGES WILL NOT BE MADE AVAILABLE TO UPDATE PRINTED SERVICE MANUALS. PAPER MANUALS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT PAGE NUMBERING THEN WHAT IS REFLECTED BELOW, BASED ON MULTIPLE NEW AND REVISED PAGES. PLEASE REFER TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE STI WEB SITE FOR ALL FUTURE, UPDATE SERVICE MANUAL INFORMATION."
SUBARU: REPLACING COOLANT PIPING LOCATED ADJACENT TO RADIATOR THAT'S CORRODED AND DAMAGED DUE TO ROAD SALT AND/OR SALT...
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WATER ACCUMULATION AND NEW REPLACEMENT IS DOUBLE THICK TEFLON COATING. MODEL 2009-13 FORESTER AT, 20089-11 IMPREZA AT. *PE UPDATED 08/05/2015 *LJ
Air Bags & Safety
8 bulletinsRear Seat Center Seatbelt
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been installed as a replacement part.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been installed as a replacement part.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been installed as a replacement part.
Subaru of America, Inc.
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(Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been installed as a replacement part.
WQA-37 - REAR SEAT CENTER SEATBELT
SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN WQA-37: FORESTER REAR SEAT CENTER SEATBELT
SUBARU HAS PREPARED A NEW REPAIR KIT FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
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- REAR SEAT CENTER SEATBELT
HVAC & Climate
6 bulletinsThis bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance...
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concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.
This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance...
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concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.
"This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance...
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concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak. To improve Fixed Right First-Time (FRFT) and customer satisfaction, SOA is introducing a new procedure and fail code for first-time suspected A/C refrigerant leaks for cases when a Technician is unable to find the source of the leak or believes there was a potential factory under charge of the A/C system refrigerant."
This Service Information bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning...
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(A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.
This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance...
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concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak. To improve Fixed Right First-Time (FRFT) and customer satisfaction, SOA is introducing a new procedure and fail code for first-time suspected A/C refrigerant leaks for cases when a Technician is unable to find the source of the leak or believes there was a potential factory under charge of the A/C system refrigerant.
This bulletin announces a design change to the A/C Condenser receiver-dryer assembly.
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The change involves the addition of a rubber end cap and retaining clip onto the bottom of the receiver-dryer tank portion to prevent corrosion intrusion and enhance sealing.
Fuel System
5 bulletinsThe purpose of this bulletin is to advise of SOAs revised Catalytic Converter Recycling Program shipping procedure.
Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
This bulletin is to advise of SOAs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
SUBARU: THE FORMATION OF MOISTURE AND/OR CONDENSATION, INSIDE OF REAR COMBINATION AND HEADLAMPS, IS TEMPORARY, AND...
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WILL EVAPORATE WHEN TEMPERATURE RISES INSIDE LAMPS. MODEL ALL. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE
SUBARU: RARE CONDITION WHERE ICE AND SNOW CLOGS EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM HOSES AND/OR DRAIN SEPARATOR, DURING HEAVY...
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SNOW CONDITIONS, REPAIR METHOD IS PROVIDED FOR REMOVAL OF DRAIN SEPARATOR AND INSTALLATION OF EVAPORATIVE HOSE KIT FOR PREVENTION OF CONDITION. MODEL 2011-2013 FORESTER. *PE
Tires & Wheels
3 bulletinsThis Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for 2026 model year vehicles exhibiting DTC...
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B2A20 with gen 4 Telematics.
This bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
Hybrid & EV
3 bulletinsThis Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in...
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new vehicle inventory.
This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in...
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new vehicle inventory wjhich must be tested and reported every 30 days.
This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
Suspension
2 bulletinsThis bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce...
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unnecessary bushing replacement.
This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.