Subaru Outback Service Bulletins (2001)

120 manufacturer communications on file.

• June 25, 2024•Document ID: 11002725

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-90-24

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10241801

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  September 5, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• July 11, 2023•Document ID: 10240110

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-249-23R

  Date Added:

  August 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• August 23, 2022•Document ID: 10219492

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-167-08R

  Date Added:

  September 8, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• August 23, 2022•Document ID: 10219491

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-302-22

  Date Added:

  September 8, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• March 18, 2022•Document ID: 10209915

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-192-22R

  Date Added:

  April 5, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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).

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• June 17, 2021•Document ID: 10198758

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-167-08R

  Date Added:

  July 3, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• June 7, 2021•Document ID: 10198749

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-51-08R

  Date Added:

  July 3, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10187315

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  February 18, 2021

  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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• January 12, 2021•Document ID: 10186364

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

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• January 4, 2021•Document ID: 10186348

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.

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• August 26, 2020•Document ID: 10179416

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18R

  Date Added:

  September 4, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed.

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• August 4, 2020•Document ID: 10179378

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  September 4, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.

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• April 30, 2020•Document ID: 10174543

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-181-20

  Date Added:

  May 4, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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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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• 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 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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• November 13, 2018•Document ID: 10153183

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; STEERING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  04-13-09R

  Date Added:

  February 19, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This post was revised in error. It has been corrected back and removed from the posting list. The message was corrected on 04-13-14R posting dated 11/14/2018.

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• October 26, 2018•Document ID: 10150949

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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• October 26, 2018•Document ID: 10150924

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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.

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