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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.
15-308-23R
This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
16-156-25R
This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
15-304-22R
This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
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15-333-25R
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin
SubaruNet Annoucement (E
This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.
01-167-08R
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
SubaruNet Announcement (R
This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
07-240-26R
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.
03-97-26
This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures.
05-97-26
This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected.
10-105-25R
This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.
15-219-18R
This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully
SubaruNet Announcement (A
This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming immobilizer keys/fobs.
Subaru Tech Tips Special
This Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare.
15-300-22R
This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES).
Subarunet Announcement (E
This announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors with DST-010 interface firmware has been updated.
18-226-25R
This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2A16 (Immobilizer Key Collation Diagnosis).
15-333-25
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
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15-130-08R
This bulletin provides information on the load carrying capacity reduced label when a port-installed or retailer-installed accessory exeeds 1.5 percent of the GVWR or 100 pounds, which ever is lower.
07-233-25R
This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in new vehicle inventory.
07-236-25
This Bulletin outlines a comprehensive update to the dark current/parasitic draw diagnosis & testing procedures.
16-156-25
This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability.
07-233-25
This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in new vehicle inventory wjhich must be tested and reported every 30 days.
15-266-20R
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-320-24R
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
SubaruNet Announcement
Subaru of America, Inc. will release an OTA to perform a software update to the DCM. This is a preventive OTA.
13-108-25
This bulletin provides information on paint codes for vehicles in the 2026 line up.
Subaru Service Technical
Subaru Service Technical Support Newsletter special edition.
SubaruNet Annoucement
This announcment provides information on the release of the latest software updates to the Subaru Midtronics DSS-5000 Battery Diagnostic tool.
15-251-19R
This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
SubaruNet Announcement (S
This announcement is to bring attention to the OTA for In-vehicle service appointment scheduler and In-vehicle message center.
01-168-09R
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
02-192-24R
This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
14-31-25
This Bulletin announces availability of a User Guide and an informative video to supplement the recent releases to retailers of the SOA321152 and SOA321153 Terminal Test Kits.
09-51-08R
The purpose of this bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised Catalytic Converter Recycling Program shipping procedure.
16-103-16R
This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly.
Subarunet Announcement
This announcement is in regard to special service tool shipment will be shipped directly to the Subar retailers during February.
RC5 Head Unit OTA
A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.
07-59-07R
This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on the inside of the lamp lenses.
15-298-22R
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
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
This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
15-320-24
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
02-191-22R
This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
03-94-24
This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
Thermo Control Valve Vide
This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
13-107-24
This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
05-91-24
This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
06-90-24
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.
16-112-18R
This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park.
TKA-20R/TKB-30R/
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. 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).
12-249-23R
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.
02-131-12R
The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.
16-131-20R
This Service Information Bulletin provides an updated diagnostic flow along with an IMPORTANT caution to follow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs as listed.
18-230-22
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
15-302-22
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Subaru Tech Tips
Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
12-288-20R
This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assembliesd.
12-203-16R
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
18-219-22
This bulletin announces the Service Manual correction for the diagnostic trouble tree for DTC C2521 and/or DTC 21.
18-222-22
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
15-192-22R
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).
06-85-22
This bulletin announces the design change of the rear stabilizer bar.
02-189-22
This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
Subarunet Announ
(Subaru Retailers) As part of Subaruâs dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the CVT Parking Switch for certain 2015-2018 MY Legacy, Outback, 2012-2018 MY Impreza, 2013-2018 MY Crosstrek, 2015-2018 MY WRX and 2014-2018MY Forester vehicles.
02-188-21
This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB type engines.
18-214-21
This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
04-27-21R
As part of Subaruâs dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcingan extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) GearBox Assembly for certain 2012-2018 MY vehicles.
Subaru Owner Let
As part of Subaru of Americaâs dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for your vehicleâs Electronic Power Steering Gear Box Assembly.
02-187-21
This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
02-157-14R
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.
02-169-17
This Service Information bulletin outlines an enhancement made to the 2.0L cylinder head casting part numbers provided below.
06-59-17R
This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically address customer concerns of a squeaking or squealing sound on the models listed above.
12-221-17
This bulletin outlines a procedure for addressing customer concerns of a creaking sound isolated to the upper right corner of the rear gate area on the models listed.
12-224-17R
This bulletin provides a procedure for replacement of the black foam rubber insulating cushions for the roof rails.
14-22-16R
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.
16-107-17R
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) on the above listed models and model years from the original five (5) years or sixty thousand (60,000) miles (whichever comes first) to ten (10) years or one-hundred thousand (100,000) miles (whichever comes first).
12-308-21
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front seat hinge bolts.
02-130-12R
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the front camshaft cap, upper oil pan, and/or the timing chain cover.
03-82-18R
This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.
05-70-19R
This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear wheel / brake backing plates.
16-131-20
This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
12-301-20
This bulletin outlines changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads.
18-201-20
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a desription of current changes to service manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
06-79-20
This bulletin announces availability of new master cylinder application shaft seals.
WTY-84R
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2013 model year BRZ and XV Crosstrek and 2012-2014 model year Impreza vehicles to replace the engine valve springs which may fracture. A total of 139,324 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
12-288-20
This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.
14-25-20
This service information bulletin announces availability of enhanced service parts to repair and optimize durability of the valve spring replacement (installer) tools used to perform the WTY-84 recall.
01-181-20
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
14-24-20
This service information bulletin outlines a procedure for Subaru Special Tool Kit number J-53014.
17-17-13R
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
18-199-20
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
07-169-20
This Service Information bulletin describes a change made to the labels applied to the push to start switches used on the models listed.
10-96-19
This bulletin announces availability of a new HVAC blower motor unit assemblies developed to address isolated concerns of the blower motor becoming inoperative. If this issues occurs on models with Auto A/C, the blower fan may become totally inoperative. If this issue occurs on models with Manual A/C, the blower fan may operate on high speed only. The root cause of these conditions is water intrusion into the blower motor causing rust and corrosion to develop. Over time, the blower motor may begin to draw more electrical current to operate. if that occurs, the additional draw can cause the related fuse and/ or blower resistor to fail. To address this condition, additional packing has been added to improve sealing of the blower unit case along with development of a new style cabin air filter which also in corporates improved sealing.
WUE-90R
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
05-70-19
This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear wheel / brake backing plates. Under certain circumstances, some customers may have a concern regarding a howling-type sound from the rear of the vehicle later diagnosed as a faulty hub / bearing assembly. Unevenness of the backing plate surfaces may affect the concentricity (roundness) of the hub / bearing after torqued during assembly and over time, cause the howling -type sound to develop. Production changes for the backing plates have been implemented to optimize their mounting surface quality.
06-51-15R
This bulletin announces availability of a new front disc brake pad, shim, grease and clip kit designed to reduce customer concerns of excessive brake squeal. This new kit eliminates the âslottedâ shim which previously was installed between the rubber-coated outer shim and the brake pad.
06-68-19R
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.
WUE-90 tool
SOA has received multiple requests for additional 83399Fj000rt BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH tools and now has sufficient stock to allow retailers to place orders for single tools.
02-163-16R
This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -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.
WUF-91R
Subaru of America, Inc. (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.
02-170-17R
This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) 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.
WUE-90
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
02-178-18R
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to improve its retention and prevent water intrusion into the converter case.
02-134-12R
The purpose of this bulletin is to announce a change to the specification of the valve springs used in the FB engine. The new springs have different color paint marks to help identify their application.
04-13-14R
IMPORTANT: This Service Bulletin has been as been replaced by TSB 04-24-18 dated 11/9/2018 entitled ?Increased Steering Effort when Cold, DTC C2532?. Please refer to this new bulletin for the latest information regarding this condition.
07-133-18
This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help improve vehicle 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.
04-24-18
This bulletin announces a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) control module for the models listed above. These new EPS control modules address a limited number of customer concerns regarding increased steering effort which may occur during freezing temperatures after a cold start. The cause has been identified as a frozen relay contact inside the control module. Illumination of the EPS warning lamp can also occur and a DTC C2532 may be stored.
03-82-18
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. 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.
12-251-18
This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a gap between the top edge of the door and the instrument panel on the models listed as shown in the photo below. The gap may also make the glove box door difficult to close fully.There is a latch to keep the glove box closed on both sides of the glove box door. If the door is closed without using enough force to engage both latches or by pushing it shut on just one side instead of in the middle, one may close and not the other. Over time, if the door is not fully closed with both latches, high cabin temperatures along with weight of the items inside the glove box may cause the assembly to deform slightly and a gap to develop.
10-86-17R
A design change was made to the blower motor assembly to address the following customer concerns: ? Blower fan is either inoperative or only operates on high speed. ? Excessive rotational-type sound heard when the fan is operating.
07-128-18R
This Service Information bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch. 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 warning lamp to illuminate.
18-194-18
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru 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
02-177-18
In conjunction with the launch of our new Remanufactured FB Engine Short Block Program, SOA would like to reinforce Core Return Policy (See Parts Policy & Procedures Manual ? Section 12.3 Core Returns ? Reman) and provide suggestions for removal and handling of the short block.
07-138-18
This Service Information bulletin announces the standardization of the IG2 and ACC relays used on the models listed. Both of these relays are located on the back (front facing) side of the passenger compartment fuse box (F/B).
12-234-18
This bulletin provides a repair procedure for replacing the foam cushion installed between the top front edge of the IP and the windshield glass. Use the supplied Service Procedure to address a customer concern involving the foam cushion becoming visible above the IP near the defroster vent outlets.
04-21-18
This bulletin announces availability of a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) gear box assembly designed to address a VERY limited number of customer concerns regarding uneven steering effort felt when turning left or right. In areas where high concentrations of road salt are used to melt ice and snow, corrosion may develop and cause a portion of the gear box housing to crack if the vehicle were to suffer a large enough impact from hitting a pothole or similar type of road hazard.
15-222-18
This bulletin announces a design change to the A/C Condenser receiver-dryer assembly. 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.
18-193-18
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru 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.
12-238-18R
This bulletin announces a design change to the front door checkers used on the models listed. The new checker mechanism provides a more ?positive feel? of the detents or check positions as the front doors are opened and closed.
07-134-18
This Service Information bulletin provides a new troubleshooting chart to use when diagnosing a DTC B1760 related to the Occupant Detection System (ODS). Following these diagnostic steps will help avoid unnecessary ODS sensor / seat cushion assembly replacement
06-61-18
This bulletin announces availability of new VDC Control Module & Hydraulic Units (VDCCM&H/U) to address isolated customer concerns of the green Hill Holder light blinking and cancel warning alarm sounding during cranking / starting the engine
10-78-12R
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of a precaution when removing the center panel assembly to prevent damage to the blower speed switch.
12-231-18R
This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with the windows fully closed. The vent grilles have rubber ?shutters? which occasionally, may catch on the frame (case) portion and not close properly allowing outside air / odor to enter the cabin.
12-232-18
This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a hook fails, the center (flat) portion of the seat back drops inward from lack of support. If not repaired, with continued use, the seat back frame may break down the foam padding covering it. Eventually, the frame will likely wear through and damage the trim cover.
12-231-18
( 2017-2018MY Impreza - 5 Dr Only)
06-55-16R
EXCLUDES HYBRID MODELS. This bulletin announces a design change to the brake light switch (BLS) to reduce the possibility of improper illumination of the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp. In the event a product containing silicone is used to lubricate the BLS or for other purposes in the area around the switch, a non-conductive coating may develop over time on the internal electrical contacts and affect operation of the switch. On / Off signal output from the BLS is critical for proper operation of various systems on the vehicle. When the switch does not operate properly, warning lamps illuminate and DTCs are stored. A table with BLS-related DTCs and additional information is provided in the Service Procedure information. A photo of the switch changes is shown below. This bulletin also provides a diagnostic and adjustment procedure to be used when diagnosing brake light switch-related DTCs.
02-170-17
This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) 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.
WTM-73R
Subaru of America, Inc. (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.
16-107-17
CVT MODELS ONLY. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) on the above listed models and model years from the original five (5) years or sixty thousand (60,000) miles (whichever comes first) to ten (10) years or one-hundred thousand (100,000) miles (whichever comes first). This change is not in response to any specific condition, rather it is to provide customers with added assurance regarding the function and overall performance of their CVT. Additionally, vehicles which are more than ten (10) years old or beyond one-hundred thousand (100,000) miles at the time customer notification letters are mailed are being offered additional coverage for a period of one-year from the date of the customer notification letters. A copy of the customer letter is attached to this bulletin as reference.
02-168-17
This Service Information bulletin announces a material change to the engine accessory drive / v-belt made to address customer concerns of a slipping belt (squeal or chirping) sound.
1221717
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front seat outer hinge cover trim panels. In some cases, when exiting the vehicle, the trim panel may inadvertently get kicked and become dislodged from the seat cushion assembly. The shape of the front portion of the panel has been changed to prevent this condition.
02-164-16
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability
09-64-16
This Service Information bulletin announces a change to the shape of the rubber cap used on the flange nuts securing the sub-level sending unit to the fuel tank. In addition, two of the caps are now used in production instead of only one. This change was made to enhance productivity during vehicle assembly.
15-193-16R
All 2012 to 2015 Models Equipped with Fujitsu Ten (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. This new procedure eliminates the need to exchange the head unit / SD card to obtain software-related updates and operating enhancements.
12-189-15R
This bulletin provides information about changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads. The sources of the rattle have been identified as: ? the mounting points for the center stop lamp where it fits into the package shelf ? the package shelf itself rattling against the inside of the rear glass ? the rib and/or stand portions located on the underside of the package shelf contacting the shelf portion of the vehicle body.
12-207-16
This bulletin announces a change to the procedure used in production of the rear door glass assembly. The bottom edge of the door glass is pressed into a metal channel lined with rubber. The channel attaches the door glass assembly to the window regulator. In below-freezing temperature conditions, water freezing in the channel combined with the door glass sticking to the door weatherstrip can increase chance of the glass separating from the channel when attempting to operate (lower) the window. A lubricant has been added to the rubber portion to insure the glass gets fully seated during assembly which maximizes the clamping force of the channel on the glass.
216316
This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -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.
WQT]55U
SUBJECT: UPDATE SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQT]55 OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM AS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED, SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 MODEL YEAR SUBARU IMPREZA VEHICLES (EXCEPT WRX/STI) EQUIPPED WITH A CAPACITANCE]TYPE OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.
12-206-16
All Models Listed with Seat Lifter Feature. This bulletin provides a procedure to address a customer reported cosmetic condition of surface rust appearing on the inner seat cushion frame of the front seat assemblies.
12-203-16
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame. A design change was made to the wave washer used at the attachment point to eliminate the sound. The sound can be heard when moving the buckle assembly side to side.
16-102-16
TSB: All Models Equipped with CVT Transmissions. This Service Information bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist Technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE.
06-56-16
This bulletin replaces TSB 06-42-12 dated 01/19/12. This bulletin announces a revised procedure and parts change information to follow when replacement of a rear ABS wheel speed sensor is required on a limited number of 2012MY Impreza vehicles which fall within the specific VIN ranges listed below. Design changes were made to the original sensor and the upper rear arm for these vehicles. The sensor harness length has been extended and a retaining bracket added to the rear upper arm to secure the harness and keep it from contacting other related parts.
15-201-16
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the retractable portion of the tonneau cover made to address customer concerns of the cover retracting on its own while driving on rough roads. The shape and length (an additional 1mm) of the stoppers on both ends of the brace which secure the cover when in use have been changed as shown in the illustration below.
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
18-186-16
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru 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.
02-157-14R-4-28-
Revised TSB. 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.
02-157-14N
Oil Consumption Class Action Claim Notice Clarification VIN break point clarification Memo. Recently SOA has become aware of some retailer questions regarding the VIN breakpoint information supplied as part of the class action notice.
12-182-15R
This bulletin announces availability of a new front door checker mechanism designed to hold the doors more securely when they are in partially open / closed positions. An additional detent position has also been added.
02-157-14FAQ
Oil Consumption Class Action Law Suit Frequently Asked Questions
02-157-14R-4-13-
Revised TSB. 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.
05-61-16
This bulletin announces a design change to the front strut mounts intended to address customer concerns of a popping-type sound which may be heard when making low speed turns.
15-193-16
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. All 2012 to 2015 Models Equipped with FujitsuTen (F10) Generation 1 (Gen1) Audio / Navigation Systems
09-63-16
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN SERVES AS A REMINDER TO ALWAYS FOLLOW THE PROPER PROCEDURES WHEN DIAGNOSIS OF A DTC B1500 LEADS TO REPLACEMENT OF A FAULTY MAIN AND / OR SUB FUEL LEVEL SENSOR.
PEOCCAS
PROPOSED ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT RECENTLY YOU MAY HAVE SEEN VARIOUS ONLINE AND OTHER MEDIA 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.
0215714R
surface treatment change to oil control piston rings
12-195-15
SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF VIBRATION OR LOOSENESS IN EITHER OF THE DOOR MIRRORS, A DESIGN CHANGE HAS BEEN MADE TO THE 3 MIRROR HEAD MOUNTING HOLES IN THE MOUNTING BASE. IN ADDITION, A NEW RETAINING BOLT AND TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION ARE NOW USED TO SECURE THE MIRROR HEAD TO THE MOUNTING BASE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR REPAIRING THE EXISTING MIRROR ASSEMBLY BY REPLACING THE THREE MOUNTING SCREWS WITH UPDATED FASTENERS. NOTE: REFER TO TSB 12-152-13 DATED 6/17/2013 FOR RELATED INFORMATION ON BRZ MODELS.
12-194-15
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER CORNER MOUNTING BRACKET TO ADDRESS CONCERNS OF A GAP BETWEEN THE TOP EDGE OF THE COVER AND THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY AS SHOWN BELOW.
16-97-15
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSING A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A DELAYED AND / OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT OF THE CVT (MODEL TR580) WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE FROM NEUTRAL. ALL 2013-16MY, 4-CYLINDER, N/A MODELS WITH CVT
18-183-15
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU 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 STIS WEB SITE FOR ALL FUTURE, UPDATE SERVICE MANUAL INFORMATION.
06-51-15
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF A NEW FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD, SHIM, GREASE AND CLIP KIT DESIGNED TO REDUCE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF EXCESSIVE BRAKE SQUEAL. THIS NEW KIT ELIMINATES THE SLOTTED SHIM WHICH PREVIOUSLY WAS INSTALLED BETWEEN THE RUBBER-COATED OUTER SHIM AND THE BRAKE PAD.
06-46-14R
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE TO BE USED WHEN DIAGNOSING BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH (BLS) -RELATED DTCS C1531 AND/OR C0054. IF THE BLS IS OUT OF ADJUSTMENT, THE ABS AND/OR VDC WARNING LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE.
06-48-15R
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE STOP LIGHT SWITCH TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF IMPROPER ILLUMINATION OF THE ABS AND/OR VDC WARNING LAMP WITH RESULTING DTCS C1531 AND/OR C0054. DETAILS OF THE SWITCH CHANGES ARE SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATION BELOW.
08-39-15
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR RESETTING THE LIFETIME FUEL CONSUMPTION FUNCTION OF THE MFD. WHENEVER REPLACING THE MFD AND / OR COMBINATION METER, THE LIFETIME FUEL CONSUMPTION FUNCTION OF THE MFD MUST BE RESET FOR ACCURATE INFORMATION TO DISPLAY GOING FORWARD. IF NOT RESET, ERRONEOUS VALUES (EITHER EXTREMELY HIGH IN THE CASE OF A MFD REPLACEMENT OR EXTREMELY LOW FOR A COMBINATION METER REPLACEMENT) FOR LIFETIME FUEL CONSUMPTION WILL BE DISPLAYED. THERE IS NO WAY TO TRANSFER THE OLD / EXISTING LIFETIME FUEL CONSUMPTION RESULTS TO THE NEW MFD OR COMBINATION METER ALLOWING IT TO CONTINUE UNINTERRUPTED. AS A RESULT, AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE MFD AND / OR COMBINATION METER, ALL CALCULATIONS WILL START FRESH FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES.
03-67-12R
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. 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.
06-52-15
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES AN INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A DTC C0075 WHICH MAY BE STORED IN THE VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM&HCU). THE DTC RELATES TO INCORRECT INPUTS TO WHEEL CYLINDER PRESSURE SENSORS DUE TO AIR IN THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINES. IN ADDITION, ON IMPREZA AND XV CROSSTREK, AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH (BLS) MAY ALSO CAUSE THE DTC.
12-189-15
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT CHANGES MADE TO THE REAR SHELF TRIM TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF A RATTLING SOUND HEARD WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPY / ROUGH ROADS. THE SOURCES OF THE RATTLE HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS THE MOUNTING FOR THE CENTER STOP LAMP IN THE PACKAGE SHELF AND / OR THE SHELF ITSELF RATTLING AGAINST THE INSIDE OF THE REAR GLASS.
02-162-15R
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. 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.
02-162-15
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. 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.
11-150-14R
NOTE: THE INFORMATION IN THIS BULLETIN WAS ORIGINALLY PART OF TSB 11-149-14 BUT HAS BEEN SEPARATED OUT INTO THIS PUBLICATION TO SIMPLIFY APPLICABILITY AND THE CORRESPONDING SERVICE PROCEDURE. THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO OPTIMIZE THE ECM LOGIC FOR ENGINE OIL LEVEL DETECTION IN THE EVENT OF FALSE OR PREMATURE LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION. SHOULD A CUSTOMER PRESENT A CONCERN WITH A LOW ENGINE OIL WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION AND THE DIAGNOSIS INDICATE THE OIL LEVEL IS FULL OR NEARLY FULL (OIL LEVEL BETWEEN THE FULL AND ADD MARKS/HOLES ON THE DIPSTICK) AND THE CUSTOMER HAS NOT ADDED ANY ENGINE OIL, THE ECM MUST BE UPDATED WITH THIS NEW LOGIC. NOTE: ON 5MT MODELS ONLY, THE OIL LEVEL SWITCH MUST ALSO BE REPLACED. IF THE CUSTOMER HAS ADDED OIL, DETERMINE HOW MUCH WAS ADDED. BASED UPON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED, ESTIMATE WHERE THE OIL LEVEL WAS WHEN THE LAMP ILLUMINATED IN ORDER TO DETERMINE IF ANY ADDITIONAL ACTION IS REQUIRED BEYOND WHAT IS DESCRIBED IN THIS BULLETIN (E.G AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST). REMINDER: ALWAYS CONFIRM ANY LOW OIL LEVEL LAMP FALSE ILLUMINATION IS NOT A RESULT OF A POOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OR GROUNDING CONCERN. INSPECT THE CIRCUIT FOLLOWING THE DIAGNOSIS FOUND IN THE APPLICABLE SERVICE MANUAL TO ENSURE NO OTHER RELATED CONCERN EXISTS.
15-185-15R
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE HELPFUL INSIGHT TO USE WHEN RESPONDING TO CUSTOMER INQUIRIES 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.
15-185-15
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE HELPFUL INSIGHT TO USE WHEN RESPONDING TO CUSTOMER INQUIRIES 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.
06-50-15
THIS BULLETIN INFORMS OF A PARTS CHANGE TO THE BRAKE SYSTEM MASTER CYLINDER AND VACUUM BOOSTER. 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.
SB-06-50-15
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
WQT-55
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 MODEL YEAR SUBARU IMPREZA VEHICLES (EXCEPT WRX/ STI) EQUIPPED WITH A CAPACITANCE-TYPE OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.
WQT 55A
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012 model year Subaru Impreza vehicles (exceptWRX/STI) equipped with a capacitance?type occupant detection system (ODS) in the front passenger seat. Condition: In certain circumstances, such as the use of an iPod or cell phone plugged into the Accessory power outlet by a front seat passenger when the ODS is on, or a front seat passenger touching a metal part of the vehicle that is electrically grounded when the ODS is on, the Occupant Control Unit (OCU) of the ODS may falsely identify an abnormally high rise in the occupant?s capacitance. As a result, the ODS may be deactivated.
02-132-12R
This Bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosis and determination of necessary part replacement in the event any of the ?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.
18-181-15
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru 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.
18-181-15 (2)
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru 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.
11-156-15
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES FOR OPTIMIZING THE ECM TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF EXTENDED ENGINE CRANKING TIME BEFORE THE ENGINE STARTS.
06-48-15
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE STOP LIGHT SWITCH TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF IMPROPER ILLUMINATION OF THE ABS AND/OR VDC WARNING LAMP WITH RESULTING DTCS C1531 AND/OR C0054. DETAILS OF THE SWITCH CHANGES ARE SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATION BELOW.
SB-06-48-15
SUBARU: ON SOME VEHICLES, TO REDUCE POSSIBILITY OF IMPROPER ILLUMINATION, A CHANGE IN DESIGN FOR STOP LIGHT SWITCH FOR ABS AND/OR VDC WARNING LAMP. MODELS 2012-14 IMPREZA, XV CROSSTREK (EXCEPT HYBRID), 2008-14 WRX, STI, 2014 FORESTER. *PE
12-157-13R
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A RATTLE OR BUZZING-TYPE SOUND COMING FROM THE LOWER PORTION OF THE A PILLAR TRIM WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPY OR ROUGH ROAD SURFACES. THE LOWER INSERTION CLAWS AND / OR THE TRIMS SUPPORT RIB MAY BE COMING IN CONTACT WITH THE VEHICLE BODY CAUSING THE SOUND.
SB-04-13-14R
SUBARU: AN ISSUE OF INCREASE STEERING EFFORT, ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C2532 AND TO ADDRESS CODE A NEW EPS CONTROL UNIT THAT IS AVAILABLE. MODEL 2014 FORESTER, 2012-14 IMPREZA, XV CROSSTREK (INCLUDING HYBRID). *PE
02-160-15
This Service Information bulletin provides revised procedures for inspection and measurement of the cylinder block 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.
12-182-15
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF A REVISED FRONT DOOR CHECKER MECHANISM DESIGNED TO HOLD THE FRONT DOORS MORE SECURELY WHEN THEY ARE IN PARTIALLY OPEN POSITIONS. AN ADDITIONAL DETENT POSITION HAS ALSO BEEN ADDED.
SMG-SS
THIS ANNOUCMENT IS TO ANOUCE THE STOP THE SALES OF THE (2012 TO 2015) IMPREZA AND (2013 TO 2015) XV CROSSTREK SPORT MESH GRILLES.
18-177-15
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE.
02-146-13R
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REVISED VALVE TRAIN COMPONENTS DEVELOPED TO REDUCE A TAPPING SOUND WHICH MAY BE HEARD COMING FROM THE LEFT-HAND (B2) SIDE OF THE ENGINE WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM.
NAVI- SYSTEM-1
GEN I SD CARD NAVIGATION SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
0215714R-1
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
11-150-14
REPROGRAMMING FILE AVAILABILITY FOR OIL LEVEL DETECTION
1115014
Reprogramming File Availability for Oil Level detection
18-175-14
SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS - THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE.
1817514
Service Manual Corrections
11-149-14
REPROGRAMMING FILE AVAILABILITY FOR OIL LEVEL DETECTION
1114914
Reprogramming File Availability for Oil Level Detection
12-174-14
INSTRUMENT PANEL SIDE VENTS COMING LOOSE - TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SIDE DASH GRILLE VENT ASSEMBLY COMING LOOSE, THE RETAINING CLAW PORTION HAS BEEN REDESIGNED TO PROVIDE BETTER RETENTION.
1217414
Instrument Panel Side Vents Coming Loose
Announcements4
Additions to Remanufactured Transmission Applications
PM02
ADDITIONS TO REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS
06-47-14
REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071
064714
Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071
0215514R
Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
SB-02-155-14-R
SUBARU: INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT REVISION OF AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR TURBOCHARGER WHERE INSULATOR PORTION OF DUCT 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
0215714Ra
Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings
8-1-2014
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
0116809R
Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
12-147-13R
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
0213212R
Diagnosis and Repair for AVCS-Related DTCs
02-145-13R
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
0214513R
surface treatment change to oil control piston rings
06-46-14
REVISED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE FOR DTCS C1531 AND C0054
064614
This bulletin provides a revised adjustment procedure to be used when diagnosing Brake Light Switch (BLS) -related DTCs C1531 and/or C0054. If the BLS is out of adjustment, the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp may illuminate.
0215514
Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
12-155-13R
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO ELIMINATE A REED-TYPE WHISTLING OR SCREECHING SOUND WHICH HAS BEEN ISOLATED TO ORIGINATING FROM THE FRONT WINDSHIELD UPPER MOLDING / WEATHERSTRIP.
215513R
?Reed-Type? Wind Sound from Front Windshield Molding
12-165-14
PREMATURE WEAR OF FRONT SEAT FABRIC - THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REVISED FRONT SEAT UPHOLSTERY FOR BOTH THE SEAT CUSHION AND BACKREST MADE WITH A REVISED FABRIC MATERIAL WHICH WILL PROVIDE INCREASED DURABILITY AND PREVENT PILLING OR FUZZING OF THE SIDE BOLSTER
1216514
Premature Wear of Front Seat Fabric
03-72-14
HILL START ASSIST (HSA) WARNING LIGHT, DTC C0076 - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.
TSB-2-20-14
SUBARU: THE CUSTIOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF THE INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP. STORED DTC C0076 WITH DETAIL CODES 2610H AND/OR 2620H. *JS
04-13-14
NEW ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) CONTROL UNIT FOR DTC C2532
041314
New Electric Power Steering (EPS) Control Unit for DTC C2532
11-130-13R
DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS P0340, P0341, P0345, P0346, P0365, P0366, P0390, P0391, 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.
TSB-11-130-13R
SUBARU: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS. THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE INSPECTION AND REPAIR. *JS UPDATED 11/18/14. *PE
03-70-12R
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
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
12-161-14
LOOSE OR MISSING FOG LAMP COVERS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR IMPROVING THE RETENTION OF THE FOG LAMP COVERS INTO THE FRONT BUMPER COVER.
1216114
Loose or Missing Fog Lamp Covers
11-135-13
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS A FALSE CEL/MIL ILLUMINATION AND SETTING OF DTC P050A. THIS DTC CAN RESULT FROM SPECIFIC CLUTCH OPERATION (ON MT MODELS) AND / OR DRIVING PATTERNS OCCURRING IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE.
1113513
ECM Reprogramming Availability for DTC P050A
1215713R
Rattle or Buzzing Sound from ?A? Pillar Trim
SB-11-135-13
SUBARU: ECM IS AVAILABLE FOR REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS FALSE CEL/MIL ILLUMINATION AND THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P050A RESULTED FROM SPECIFIC CLUTCH OPERATIONS AND/OR DRIVING PATTERNS AFTER STARTING ENGINE. MODEL 2011-2013 LEGACY, FORESTER, IMPREZA. *PE
SB-07-59-07R
SUBARU: THE FORMATION OF MOISTURE AND/OR CONDENSATION, INSIDE OF REAR COMBINATION AND HEADLAMPS, IS TEMPORARY, AND WILL EVAPORATE WHEN TEMPERATURE RISES INSIDE LAMPS. MODEL ALL. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE
12-157-13
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A RATTLE OR BUZZING-TYPE SOUND COMING FROM THE LOWER PORTION OF THE A PILLAR TRIM WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPY OR ROUGH ROAD SURFACES. THE LOWER INSERTION CLAWS AND / OR THE TRIMS SUPPORT RIB MAY BE COMING IN CONTACT WITH THE VEHICLE BODY CAUSING THE SOUND.
1215713
Rattle or Buzzing Sound from ?A? Pillar Trim
095613
Countermeasure Thermostat Availability for DTC P0128
1215513R
?Reed-Type? Wind Sound from Front Windshield Molding
SB-02-145-13R
SUBARU: INFORMATION REGARDING SURFACE TREATMENT TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS DUE TO LIMITED UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF RINGS AND HIGHER OIL CONSUMPTION AND CONSISTENT IF WEAR OCCURS. MODEL 2012-2013 IMPREZA, CROSSTREK. *PE
07-78-13R
IN THE EVENT OF A CUSTOMER CONCERN REGARDING INSECTS FOUND INSIDE THE REAR COMBINATION LAMPS, A COUNTERMEASURE LAMP ASSEMBLY IS NOW AVAILABLE TO PREVENT THE INTRUSION. THE NEW COMBINATION LAMPS HAVE AN ADDITIONAL LIP MOLDED AROUND THE THREE BULB SOCKET AREAS WHICH DECREASES THE GAP BETWEEN THE SOCKET AND THE HOUSING FROM 2MM TO 0.5MM.
077813R
Insect Entry into Rear Combination Lamps
02-146-13
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REVISED VALVE TRAIN COMPONENTS DEVELOPED TO REDUCE A TAPPING SOUND WHICH MAY BE HEARD COMING FROM THE LEFT-HAND (B2) SIDE OF THE ENGINE WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM. THIS BULLETIN DOES NOT ADDRESS ANY COLD ENGINE OR START-UP SOUNDS. THE CHANGES CONSIST OF: DESIGN CHANGE TO THE VALVE ROCKERS CAMSHAFT PROFILE CHANGE INCREASED INTAKE VALVE STEM LENGTH (1.65MM LONGER INTAKE, 2.4MM LONGER EXHAUST) IN ADDITION, THE INSULATOR PAD HAS BEEN ELIMINATED FROM THE B2 INTAKE MANIFOLD PROTECTOR.
0214613
Revised Valve Train Parts to Reduce a Warm Engine Tapping or Sewing Machine type Sound from the Left Cylinder Head
15-167-13R
SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A LOOSE WINDSHIELD MOUNTED AUTO-DIMMING COMPASS MIRROR WITH HOMELINK (WITH OR 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)
1516713R
Loose Windshield-Mounted Rear-View Mirror
15-164-13R
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE 6 DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE WHEN USING THE F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM. WE WILL CONTINUE TO ADD MORE HELPFUL TIPS TO THIS TSB AS INFORMATION IS RECEIVED FROM F10.
1516413R
Fujitsu Ten (F10) SD Card Audio/Navigation System Operation Tips
WQH-44M
WE HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL CALLS FROM DEALERS WHO HAVE CUSTOMERS ELIGIBLE FOR THE WQH44 SUBARU CARPETED FLOOR MAT RECALL 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.
18-173-13
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU 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.
1817313
Service Manual Corrections
15-152-12R
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE. 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.
1515212R
Exchange Component Identification and prcedures
15-165-13
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF THE BLUETOOTH AUDIO 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.
1516513
Reprogramming for Non-Requested Bluetooth Audio Streaming Affecting ONLY Clarion Audio Units
02-141-13R
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE RUBBER CAP WHICH COVERS THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH. THE NEW CAP PROVIDES BETTER SEALING AND RESISTANCE TO MOISTURE INTRUSION WHICH CAN COMPROMISE THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND IN SOME CASES, CAUSE THE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP TO ILLUMINATE IN ERROR.
11-116-12R
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
1111612R
DTC P0301 ? P0304 and P050A Reprogramming
1113013R
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs
15-157-12R
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE. 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
15-164-13
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE 6 DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE WHEN USING THE F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM.
18-172-13
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU 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.
1817213
Service Manual Corrections
02-141-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
0214113
Design Change to Rubber Sealing Cap for Oil Pressure Switch
SB-141-13
SUBARU: THE RUBBER CAP, THAT COVERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, HAS A NEW DESIGN CHANGE AND IT 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
RESTSG2
RES Impreza/Crosstrek Troubleshooting Guide
TSMSFJ
Remote Engine Start Systems Troubleshooting Guide
037012R
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.
TSG-1
Tech Support SD Card for Navi Complete
1817113
Service Manual Corrections
0214013
Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
Announcement-3
Subaru Recall Campaign WQF42: Optional Genuine Subaru Remote Engine Starter Transmitter fobs
WQF42
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
11-130-13
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. 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.
1113013
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs
WQF-42
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
NAVI Q3-2012
ALL SUBARU OWNERS WITH 2012MY & 2013MY FACTORY NAVIGATION MAY NOW DOWNLOAD THE LATEST MAPSET DATA FROM NOKIA/NAVTEQ AVAILABLE Q3 2012.
Q3
New Navigation System Map Download Available ? Q3 2012 mapset
Q32012
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-148-13
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A RATTLE OR POPPING SOUND WHICH COULD COME FROM EITHER OF THE REAR DOOR OPENING AREAS. THE SOUND MAY OCCUR OVER SMALL BUMPS OR WHEN A TWISTING MOTION IS INTRODUCED INTO THE VEHICLE BODY AT LOW SPEEDS. THE CAUSE IS AN INSUFFICIENT GAP BETWEEN MULTIPLE LAYERS OF THE BODY STRUCTURE WHERE THEY ARE SPOT-WELDED TOGETHER AS SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATIONS BELOW.
1214813
?Rattle? or ?Popping? Sound
17-17-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
171713
Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
12-146-13
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN PRODUCTION TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRUNK TORSION SPRING MOUNTING BRACKET LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE REAR SHELF PANEL. THIS CHANGE WAS MADE TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF NOISE FROM THE TRUNK TORSION SPRINGS DURING OPENING AND / OR CLOSING OF THE TRUNK LID. THERE HAVE ALSO BEEN CHANGES MADE TO THE REPLACEMENT TRUNK TORSION SPRINGS. IT IS IMPORTANT TO IDENTIFY IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH THE OLD-STYLE OR THE NEW-STYLE MOUNTING BRACKETS TO INSURE THE REPLACEMENT SPRINGS ARE PROPERLY POSITIONED AFTER INSTALLATION. COMPARISON ILLUSTRATIONS TO HELP IDENTIFY THESE CHANGES ARE SHOWN BELOW.
2-2-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
2-22-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Recall Campaign
Optional Genuine Subaru Remote Engine Starter Transmitter fobs
Repair Procedure
Inspection & Repair Procedure for Subaru Recall Campaign Stop Sale WQF-42; Optional Genuine Subaru Remote Engine Starter Transmitter Fobs
WQF-42RP
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED THAT A DEFECT, WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, EXISTS ON CERTAIN SUBARU VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU REMOTE ENGINE STARTER (RES). TRANSMITTER FOBS MAY CONTAIN A DEFECT THAT COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE RES RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD.
WQF-42A
NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU REMOTE ENGINE STARTER TRANSMITTER FOBS. SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED THAT A DEFECT, WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, EXISTS ON CERTAIN SUBARU VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU REMOTE ENGINE STARTER (RES). TRANSMITTER FOBS MAY CONTAIN A DEFECT THAT COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE RES RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD.
WQE41-1
Puddle Light Recall
11-128-13
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ECM REPROGRAMMING TO ADDRESS DTCS P0017 AND P0019.
1112813
ECM Reprogramming for DTCs P0017 and P0019
2-8-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Operations
IMPORTANT- Information on Remote Engine Starters
RES
IT HAS COME TO OUR ATTENTION THAT THERE MAY BE A POTENTIAL PARTS QUALITY ISSUE WITH CERTAIN REMOTE ENGINE STARTER KITS. WE ARE ASKING THAT DEALERS PLEASE CHECK THEIR INVENTORY AND IDENTIFY ANY BAD LOTS (LISTED BELOW) AND RETURN THEM TO THEIR FACING WAREHOUSE. ALL OF THE RDCS HAVE SORTED AND REMOVED ANY INVENTORY THAT MAY BE AFFECTED.
12-144-13
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES AN INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A MISALIGNMENT OF THE REAR UPPER AND LOWER WINDOW 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.
214413
Front Door Glass Does Not Close Properly
18-166-13
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU 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.
1816613
Service Manual Corrections
TSM SFJ
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
WQA-37
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
03-70-12
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS
037012
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
166399R
Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
036812R
5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings
11-125-12
DTCS P0365, P0366, P0390 AND P0391 MISFIRE DTCS P0301, P0302, P0303 AND P0304
1112512
Misfire DTCs
12-143-12
SEPARATION OR SWELLING APPEARANCE OF THE FRONT CARPETING
1214312
Separation or Swelling Appearance of the Front Carpeting
SB-11-125-12
SUBARU: PROCEDURE IN INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF FB ENGINE EQUIPPED VEHICLES REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION AND/OR MISFIRE RELATED DTCS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CLEARANCE COULD BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION, WHICH IS CAUSING ONE OR MORE OF DTCS CONDITIONS TO SET AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON. MODELS 2012-2013 IMPREZA, XV CROSSTREK. *PE
WQC-39
SUBARU: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. 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
11-124-12R
DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS P0301, P0302, P0303 OR P0304 DTCS P0340, P0341, P0345 OR P0346
1112412R
Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position
SB-11-124-12R
SUBARU: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING REPAIR AND INSPECTION OF CAMSHAFT POSITION ISSUES AND ALSO, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START, ROUGH IDLE. CONDITIONS MAY BE CAUSED BY CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR OUT OF SPECIFICATION. MODELS 2012 AND 2013 IMPREZA AND XV CROSSTREK. *PE
12-142-12
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A SQUEAKING-TYPE SOUND COMING FROM THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER FRONT SEAT BACK.
15-155-12R
FUJITSU TEN (F10) AUDIO/NAVIGATION UNIT SD CARD EXCHANGE INFORMATION INCLUDING DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING FOR SPECIFIC SOFTWARE-RELATED CONDITIONS WHICH MAY BE CORRECTED THROUGH A PROGRAMMING UPDATE
1515512R
Fujitsu Ten (F10) Audio/Navigation Unit SD Card Exchange Information
SM04
SUBARU SERVICE PROGRAM WQC-39: ECM REPROGRAMMING
WQC39
Subaru Service Program WQC-39: ECM Reprogramming
12-141-12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SDC-EST-CEN-WST
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SM02
PROCESS FOR UPDATING OUR NAVIGATION SYSTEMS TO MORE RECENT MAPS
18-163-12
SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS - THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE.
16-83-12
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO ANNOUNCE THE AVAILABILITY OF UPDATED TCM REPROGRAMMING FILES.
SB-06-42-12
SUBARU: A BRACKET WAS ADDED TO REAR UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY TO SECURE WIRING HARNESS, WHICH WAS INCREASED, FOR REAR ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. *PE
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.