Subaru Crosstrek Service Bulletins (2016)

358 manufacturer communications on file.

• February 23, 2018•Document ID: 10140478

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Torque_Conv-Defe

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Please check your inventory and incoming shipments for part numbers 31000AJ730R1 & 31000AJ740R1 manufactured prior to 2/9/18. If the face of the torque converter is stamped with a 290, 291 or 292, please return these parts to your facing RDC as defective.

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• February 13, 2018•Document ID: 10140485

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-231-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• February 13, 2018•Document ID: 10140470

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-231-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140486

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SEATS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-232-18

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140471

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; SEATS; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-232-18

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• January 30, 2018•Document ID: 10130283

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-110-18

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Hybrid (HEV) Models ONLY. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM). These files will address isolated customer concerns of a ?shock? or ?bump? feeling felt during low speed braking during engine warm-up after a cold soak.

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• January 24, 2018•Document ID: 10130270

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-128-18R

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• January 15, 2018•Document ID: 10130285

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  F10-Gen2-NAV-15-

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SUPPORT GUIDE FOR NAVIGATION AND AUDIO F10 GEN2 SYSTEMS.

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• January 11, 2018•Document ID: 10130277

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-231-18

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  ( 2017-2018MY Impreza - 5 Dr Only)

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• January 5, 2018•Document ID: 10130280

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-215-18

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Models with FujitsuTEN (F10) Gen 2.0 / 2.1 Navigation or Display Audio Head Units ONLY. This bulletin provides a repair procedure to address specific, confirmed customer concerns of: ? Audio output interruption every 2-3 seconds when listening to AM or FM radio broadcasts ? No audio output at all when attempting to listen to a HD Radio broadcast.

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• January 3, 2018•Document ID: 10130287

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  UPDATE - Removal

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The corrected update files are now available for download from Subarunet. TSB 15-20516R has been revised with new file names where applicable and re-posted to STIS.

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• January 3, 2018•Document ID: 10130278

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-205-16R

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7? display. The procedure will involve downloading the applicable software update files then loading them onto two flash drives for audio unit installation.

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• December 22, 2017•Document ID: 10138770

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  f10-audio-navi-d

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subject: Removal of Certain Fujitsu 10 Audio / Navigation Update Files from Subarunet The following update files have been temporarily removed from Subarunet due to potential quality concerns with the 2nd file used in those updates. Retailers are requested to take the following action: ? If any of the following Fujitsu 10 Audio / Navigation files have been downloaded and saved locally, please discontinue their use and delete them immediately

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• December 21, 2017•Document ID: 10138773

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-126-17

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  HYBRID MODELS ONLY. This Service Information bulletin provides a precaution regarding the diagnosis of DTC P0A1D.

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• December 20, 2017•Document ID: 10138774

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-199-16R

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2? display. The procedure will involve downloading the applicable software update files from Subarunet then loading them onto a flash drive for audio unit installation.

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• December 15, 2017•Document ID: 10138778

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-17-13R

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  NOTE: The Airbag systems used on previous and current WRX, STI and Tribeca models are NOT equipped with EDR functionality. This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system. The function of the EDR is best explained using the following statements found in the vehicle Owner?s Manual: ?This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in the understanding how a vehicle?s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: ? How various systems in your vehicle were operating; ? Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; ? How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; ? How fast the vehicle was traveling. This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

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• November 3, 2017•Document ID: 10125886

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-108-17R

  Date Added:

  December 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  HYBRID MODELS ONLY. In conjunction with current TSB 16-94-15R, this bulletin provides a new service procedure for repairing the drive motor case assembly. Previously, failure of the non-serviceable o-rings on the electric oil pump relief valve located inside the case required replacement of the complete motor case assembly. Although these o-rings are still not serviceable, a new relief valve assembly, p.n. 31869AA001 (with new o-rings already installed) is now available separately.

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• September 22, 2017•Document ID: 10131628

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-55-16R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• September 15, 2017•Document ID: 10131631

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  INTERIOR LIGHTING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-119-17R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a production method change to the rear combination lamp assembly. The application procedure of the anti-fog coating was changed to prevent a customer concern of visible drip marks (or streaks) appearing on the inside of the lamp lens.

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• September 11, 2017•Document ID: 10131632

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-170-17

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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