Subaru WRX Service Bulletins (2016)

429 manufacturer communications on file.

• September 26, 2019•Document ID: 10165497

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-103-16R

  Date Added:

  October 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT’s oil pump chain cover and the input shaft oil seal. The repair involves chain cover removal, a thorough cleaning and inspection of the sealing surfaces followed by re-sealing the cover and replacement of the input shaft oil seal with the new, redesigned type.

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• September 20, 2019•Document ID: 10165512

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-131-12R

  Date Added:

  October 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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. There are five areas that should be closely inspected if an oil leak is reported by the customer: 1. The 6mm tapped hole casting boss area in the left-hand camshaft cap 2. The sealing surfaces between either the left or right-hand camshaft cap and camshaft carrier 3. The sealing surfaces between the cylinder head and camshaft carrier 4. The sealing surface between the upper oil pan and the engine block 5. The sealing surfaces of the front timing chain cover

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• August 29, 2019•Document ID: 10164447

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-271-19

  Date Added:

  September 5, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information Bulletin announces a design change made to the rear bumper cover side mounting brackets. These new brackets provide increased clearance between the edges of the bumper cover and the corresponding quarter panels. This change will prevent them from contacting each other and possibly damaging their painted surfaces.

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• August 29, 2019•Document ID: 10164446

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-103-16R

  Date Added:

  September 5, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT’s oil pump chain cover and the input shaft oil seal. The repair involves chain cover removal, a thorough cleaning and inspection of the sealing surfaces followed by re-sealing the cover and replacement of the input shaft oil seal with the new, redesigned type"

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  2020 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX+ 28 more
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• August 23, 2019•Document ID: 10164393

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-190-15R

  Date Added:

  September 5, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 Claims Policies and Procedures Manual found in subarunet

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  2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX
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• August 8, 2019•Document ID: 10164184

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-205-16R

  Date Added:

  August 30, 2019

  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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  2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback
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• August 5, 2019•Document ID: 10164182

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-191-19R

  Date Added:

  August 30, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of a new Engine Control Module (ECM) for the models listed above designed to address DTC P2610: “ECM/PCM ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE”. Under certain RARE conditions, an electrostatic surge may influence the ECM’s internal timer used after the engine is turned off and store a DTC P2610 in memory. Hardware in the ECM has been changed to eliminate any impact from electrostatic surges.

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  2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• July 30, 2019•Document ID: 10163563

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-191-19

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of a new Engine Control Module (ECM) for the models listed above designed to address DTC P2610: “ECM/PCM ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE”. Under certain RARE conditions, an electrostatic surge may influence the ECM’s internal timer used after the engine is turned off and store a DTC P2610 in memory. Hardware in the ECM has been changed to eliminate any impact from electrostatic surges.

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  2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• July 26, 2019•Document ID: 10163558

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-177-14R

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  All 2015-2017 MY vehicles with Fujitsu TEN (F10) 7in. Multimedia Navigation (AVN) & Display Audio Units. This bulletin provides information to help diagnose and address different conditions relating to customer concerns which may arise when operating the new-generation “Gen 2” and “Gen 2.1” F10 Navigation and Display Audio systems. We will continue to add more helpful tips to this TSB as they become available.

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• July 16, 2019•Document ID: 10163530

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-65-18R

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a new Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&HCU). The new part was designed to address a small number of customer concerns regarding a clicking or ticking-type sound heard coming from the driver’s side footrest area. The new modules incorporate logic with enhanced internal solenoid and motor control characteristics.

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  2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• July 12, 2019•Document ID: 10163526

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-152-19R

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the following customer concerns: • Power windows inoperative from the driver’s door master and / or passenger front door switch • Unable to remotely operate other door windows from the driver’s door master switch • One-Touch Auto Up / Down features inoperative from either / both front door switches"

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• July 11, 2019•Document ID: 10163525

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-68-19R

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• July 9, 2019•Document ID: 10163520

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90 tool

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru WRX+ 6 more
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• June 27, 2019•Document ID: 10163017

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-163-16R

  Date Added:

  July 22, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• June 3, 2019•Document ID: 10162998

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-205-16R

  Date Added:

  July 22, 2019

  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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  2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback
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• May 28, 2019•Document ID: 10161831

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-182-19

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the TGV assemblies used on the Forester Turbo models and WRXs listed above. Condensation resulting from EGR system operation may enter the area between the TGV shaft and bearing. Over time, corrosion can develop and impede movement of the TGV shaft and cause any of the DTCs P2004, 2005, 2006 and /or P2007 to set. The material of the TGV shaft has been changed to stainless steel to optimize corrosion resistance.

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• May 21, 2019•Document ID: 10161824

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Subaru Tech Tips

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.

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• May 15, 2019•Document ID: 10161822

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-264-19

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the retaining bolt used to secure the child anchors to the rear shelf plates on the models listed above. This change was made in support of parts communization with other similar mounting bolts. There is no change between the old and new bolt in terms of function or durability.

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• May 6, 2019•Document ID: 10161813

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• May 2, 2019•Document ID: 10161812

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-152-19

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the following customer concerns: ? Power windows inoperative from the driver?s door master and / or passenger front door switch ? Unable to remotely operate other door windows from the driver?s door master switch ? One-Touch Auto Up / Down features inoperative from either / both front door switches

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