Subaru Outback Service Bulletins (2008)
207 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140479Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 02-172-18R
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.
Associated Products (56)2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru WRX+ 36 moreAssociated Documents - February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140424Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 02-172-18R
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.
Associated Products (56)2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru WRX+ 36 moreAssociated Documents - December 27, 2017•Document ID: 10138771Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12-197-16R
- Date Added:
- May 29, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryAs part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Limited Warranty coverage of the instrument panel (IP) or dashboard assembly on the applicable vehicles listed above to 10 years/regardless of miles from the original warranty start date. This warranty extension will cover a ONE-TIME replacement of the IP if it melts or becomes sticky to the touch as a result of exposure to heat and/or humidity conditions. This extension will NOT cover IPs with damage resulting from outside influence such as abuse, vandalism or application of harsh chemicals such as acids, bases, or petroleum products.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - July 11, 2017•Document ID: 10192930Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTM-73R
- Date Added:
- May 10, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySubaru 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.
Associated Products (17)2014 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru Forester2009 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru Legacy2009 Subaru Outback2008 Subaru Legacy2008 Subaru Outback2007 Subaru Legacy2007 Subaru OutbackAssociated Documents - February 6, 2017•Document ID: 10131702Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WVU31R
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
Summary2.5 Liter N/A engine only. REVISED. Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. A modification to the Engine Control Module software logic has been developed to improve the performance of the emission control system. This software change will not adversely affect fuel economy or performance. This software update is intended to improve vehicle emissions when the vehicle is operated in cold weather and the engine is turned off and restarted within short periods of time such as in several minute intervals. The A/F sensor contains a heating element, which is controlled by the ECM, and which assists the sensor in reaching an optimum temperature, resulting in better accuracy. When the vehicle is operated under the conditions described above, there could be a longer than desired delay in the ECM?s turning on the A/F sensor heating element, resulting in higher than desired emissions. This software enhancement will correct that condition.
Associated Products (20)2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2009 Subaru Forester2009 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru Legacy2009 Subaru Outback2008 Subaru Forester2008 Subaru Impreza2008 Subaru Legacy2008 Subaru Outback2007 Subaru Forester2007 Subaru Impreza2007 Subaru Legacy2007 Subaru Outback2006 Subaru Forester2006 Subaru Impreza2006 Subaru Legacy2006 Subaru OutbackAssociated Documents - February 6, 2017•Document ID: 10131701Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WVM23R
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryREVISED. CA PZEV SPEC MODELS ONLY. Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. Under certain severe driving patterns, such as high speed highway/uphill driving and/or accelerating with high engine revolutions, the efficiency of an affected vehicle?s catalytic converter may begin to degrade beyond design parameters. (The ?Check Engine? light will illuminate to alert the driver if the catalytic converter efficiency has degraded beyond an acceptable level and if the vehicle may be releasing air pollutants that exceed Federal or California emission standards.) To prevent this condition, a modification to the Engine Control Module software logic has been developed that will improve management of the catalytic converter. This condition is a software issue and has no impact on vehicle drivability.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - December 27, 2016•Document ID: 10111069Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 02-164-16
- Date Added:
- August 14, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability
Associated Products (64)2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza+ 44 moreAssociated Documents - November 16, 2016•Document ID: 10120997Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 01-168-09R
- Date Added:
- October 27, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThe purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Associated Products (111)2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru XV CrossTrek2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru XV CrossTrek2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza+ 91 moreAssociated Documents - September 30, 2016•Document ID: 10131647Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 01-168-09R
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThe purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Associated Products (111)2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru XV CrossTrek2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru XV CrossTrek2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza+ 91 moreAssociated Documents - May 6, 2016•Document ID: 10139473Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12-197-16R
- Date Added:
- June 4, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryNew Car Limited Warranty coverage of the instrument panel (IP) or dashboard assembly on the applicable vehicles listed above to 10 years/regardless of miles from original start date. This warranty extension will cover a ONE TIME replacement of the IP if it melts or becomes sticky to the touch as a result of exposure to heat and/or humidity conditions.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - April 12, 2016•Document ID: 10140516Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WQR-53R
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryRecall Bulletin Revised. UPDATE ? April 2016: New and different inflators are available for affected 2004-2005 Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles. As a result, there are different installation instructions depending on the inflator being installed. Please refer to the appropriate service procedure instructions and parts information which were updated to reflect the new parts.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - April 12, 2016•Document ID: 10140499Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 01-168-09R
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryRevised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin identifies the equipment required to initialize (reset) the immobilizer code and cut the key blanks, for both immobilizer and non-immobilizer type keys. Subaru of America began using immobilizer systems in some 2005MY vehicles (please refer to Immobilizer Chart for more detailed information).
Associated Products (80)2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru XV CrossTrek2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback+ 60 moreAssociated Documents - February 25, 2016•Document ID: 10089802Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12-197-16
- Date Added:
- January 28, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
Summary"AS PART OF OUR DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS INITIATING A PROGRAM TO EXTEND THE ORIGINAL NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANE+G108 (IP) OR DASHBOARD ASSEMBLY ON THE APPLICABLE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE TO 10 YEARS / REGARDLESS OF MILES FROM THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY START DATE. THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION WILL COVER A ONE-TIME REPLACEMENT OF THE IP IF IT MELTS OR BECOMES STICKY TO THE TOUCH AS A RESULT OF EXPOSURE TO HEAT AND / OR HUMIDITY CONDITIONS. THIS EXTENSION WILL NOT COVER IPS WITH DAMAGE RESULTING FROM OUTSIDE INFLUENCE SUCH AS ABUSE, VANDALISM OR APPLICATION OF HARSH CHEMICALS SUCH AS ACIDS, BASES, OR PETROLEUM PRODUCTS. THE CONDITION MUST BE VERIFIED DURING AN INSPECTION BY AN AUTHORIZED SUBARU RETAILER. SOA WILL INFORM VEHICLE OWNERS THIS CONDITION MAY EXIST VIA A CUSTOMER LETTER. FOR VEHICLES WITHIN THE COVERAGE GUIDELINES LISTED IN THIS BULLETIN, CUSTOMERS CAN SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH AN AUTHORIZED SUBARU RETAILER SHOULD ANY OF THE DESCRIBED CONDITIONS OCCUR."
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - February 25, 2016•Document ID: 10086821Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12-197-16
- Date Added:
- December 21, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
Summary"AS PART OF OUR DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS INITIATING A PROGRAM TO EXTEND THE ORIGINAL NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANE+G108 (IP) OR DASHBOARD ASSEMBLY ON THE APPLICABLE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE TO 10 YEARS / REGARDLESS OF MILES FROM THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY START DATE. THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION WILL COVER A ONE-TIME REPLACEMENT OF THE IP IF IT MELTS OR BECOMES STICKY TO THE TOUCH AS A RESULT OF EXPOSURE TO HEAT AND / OR HUMIDITY CONDITIONS. THIS EXTENSION WILL NOT COVER IPS WITH DAMAGE RESULTING FROM OUTSIDE INFLUENCE SUCH AS ABUSE, VANDALISM OR APPLICATION OF HARSH CHEMICALS SUCH AS ACIDS, BASES, OR PETROLEUM PRODUCTS. THE CONDITION MUST BE VERIFIED DURING AN INSPECTION BY AN AUTHORIZED SUBARU RETAILER. SOA WILL INFORM VEHICLE OWNERS THIS CONDITION MAY EXIST VIA A CUSTOMER LETTER. FOR VEHICLES WITHIN THE COVERAGE GUIDELINES LISTED IN THIS BULLETIN, CUSTOMERS CAN SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH AN AUTHORIZED SUBARU RETAILER SHOULD ANY OF THE DESCRIBED CONDITIONS OCCUR."
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - February 16, 2016•Document ID: 10084146Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- DWEP
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
Summary"AS PART OF SUBARUS DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, SOA IS ANNOUNCING A DASHBOARD WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM EXTENDS WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR DASHBOARDS ON ALL 2005-2009 SUBARU OUTBACK AND SUBARU LEGACY VEHICLES SOLD OR LEASED IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS CHANGE IS IN ANTICIPATION THAT A SMALL NUMBER OF VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE REPAIRS FOR STICKY AND/OR MELTED DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF EXPOSURE TO HEAT OR HUMIDITY. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT A RECALL, AS IT DOES NOT IMPACT VEHICLE SAFETY. IF A DASHBOARD HAS NOT MELTED OR BECOME STICKY AS A RESULT OF EXPOSURE TO HEAT OR HUMIDITY, NO REPAIR IS NECESSARY UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT DETAILS REGARDING THIS PROGRAM, AND REVIEW THEM WITH ALL APPROPRIATE PERSONNEL. "
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - February 10, 2016•Document ID: 10120962Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WQR53
- Date Added:
- October 27, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryBased on ballistic testing results, it has been determined that affected vehicles with registration history in high absolute humidity (HAH) areas are more susceptible to rupture. Owner notification letters were mailed to the owners of those vehicles on January 29, 2016. On Friday, February 12, 2016 initial owner notification letters will be mailed to the current owners of non?HAH vehicles. Non?HAH vehicles have not had any registration history in the high absolute humidity areas.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - January 28, 2016•Document ID: 10233106Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Announcement
- Date Added:
- March 20, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryExpanded Takata Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Recall
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - January 28, 2016•Document ID: 10084290Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WQR-53UM
- Date Added:
- November 16, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryWE ANNOUNCED LATE LAST MONTH THAT THE WQR-53 TAKATA FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATOR RECALL HAS BEEN EXPANDED TO INCLUDE ALL 2005-2008 MODEL YEAR LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES. DUE TO THE SEVERITY OF THE INDUSTRY-WIDE TAKATA RECALL SITUATION, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT ALL SUBARU RETAILERS ENSURE THAT RECALLED VEHICLES ARE REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. BASED ON BALLISTIC TESTING RESULTS, IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH REGISTRATION HISTORY IN HIGH ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY (HAH) AREAS ARE MORE SUSCEPTIBLE TO RUPTURE. THEREFORE, WE URGE YOU TO FOCUS YOUR INITIAL EFFORTS ON CONTACTING YOUR AFFECTED CUSTOMERS WITH A REGISTRATION HISTORY IN THE HAH AREAS, TO SCHEDULE AND COMPLETE THIS REPAIR (SEE AFFECTED VIN LISTS BELOW).
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - January 28, 2016•Document ID: 10234291Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WQR53
- Date Added:
- April 17, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryExpanded Takata Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Recall WQR?53
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 14, 2016•Document ID: 10233149Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WQR53R
- Date Added:
- March 20, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryTakata Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Replacement
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