Vehicle report

2000 SUBARU FORESTER

Service bulletins

52 bulletins

Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.

SubaruNet Announcement

Other

This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. 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.

15-130-08R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which 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.

01-167-08R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

15-298-22R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.

02-192-24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.

07-178-21R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.

15-320-24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

02-191-22R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.

03-94-24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.

15-308-23R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.

01-168-09R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.

15-251-19R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.

Subarunet Announcement

Other

This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.

Thermo Control Valve Vide

Other

This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.

13-107-24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.

05-91-24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.

06-90-24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed to reduce unnecessary brake caliper replacement.

12-249-23R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.

15-302-22

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

15-192-22R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).

09-51-08R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.

14-22-16R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.

01-181-20

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)

06-68-19R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. 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.

Subaru Tech Tips

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.

03-70-12R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS - THIS 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.

037012R-1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts

037012R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This 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.

0116809R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Replacement Key and Immobilizer

03-70-12

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS

037012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts

166399R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program

03-68-12R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS BULLETIN REVIEWS A CHANGE TO THE PART NUMBERS USED FOR THE TRANSFER DRIVEN GEAR BEARINGS. THESE REVISED BEARINGS ARE TO BE USED TO ENHANCE DURABILITY.

036812R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings

SB-05-50-10R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM

02

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

RUBBING MARK ON TIMING BELT. SUBARU. *TT

029605

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

2.5L REMANUFACTURED SOHC SHORT BLOCK RELEASE. *TT

170601

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO THE LOWER SEAT BELT ANCHOR. *YH UPDATED *EH

128505

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO PROPERLY DIAGNOSIS THE REAR GATE STAYS AND ALSO AVOIDS UNNECESSARY REPLACEMENT OF NON-FAILED STAYS. *TT

063103

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) REPAIR. *TT UPDATE. *TT

99

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM CONDITIONER.*MR

035203

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING. *TT

127803

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

FLOOR MAT HOOK REPAIR. *TT

166602

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT (TCU) CODE 45 AND ALL-WHEEL DRIVE HARSH ENGAGEMENT. *TT

035002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT

WWF89

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING. *SLC

010302

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF A GROWLING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AREA. *TT

17

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING POPPING OUT OF FIFTH GEAR CONDITION. *JG

186901

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS. *JB

WXW80

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE FRONT OXYGEN AIR / FUEL (A/F) SENSOR ELEMENT CRACKING. *TT

166599R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THAT THE A/T TEMPERATURE LIGHT FLASHING AND CODE 38 FOUND IN THE TCM. *TT

166599

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ABOUT THE A/T TEMPERATURE LIGHT FLASHING AND CODE 38 FOUND IN THE TCM. *TT

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Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.

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