Subaru WRX Service Bulletins (2003)

118 manufacturer communications on file.

• March 10, 2020•Document ID: 10173117

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-75-13R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.

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  2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester+ 19 more
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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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  2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback+ 118 more
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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.

  Associated Products (157)

  2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy+ 137 more
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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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  2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy+ 137 more
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• January 25, 2019•Document ID: 10154419

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-68-19

  Date Added:

  March 11, 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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  2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Crosstrek+ 13 more
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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140479

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-172-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This 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.

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  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 more
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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140424

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-172-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This 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.

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  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 more
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• November 16, 2016•Document ID: 10120997

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  October 27, 2017

  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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  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 more
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• September 30, 2016•Document ID: 10131647

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  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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  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 more
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• January 25, 2016•Document ID: 10233107

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14411AA532R1

  Date Added:

  March 20, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Launch of Remanufactured Turbochargers

  Associated Products (10)

  2005 Subaru Forester2005 Subaru Impreza2005 Subaru WRX2004 Subaru Forester2004 Subaru Impreza2004 Subaru WRX2003 Subaru Impreza2003 Subaru WRX2002 Subaru Impreza2002 Subaru WRX
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• January 25, 2016•Document ID: 10076009

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14411AA532R1

  Date Added:

  July 7, 2016

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  SOA is pleased to announce the launch of a new remanufactured turbocharger program. Supplies are now available at all RDC’s. When installing a remanufactured turbocharger follow the procedure outlined in Service Bulletin 02-106-08R and consult the service manual for vehicle specific instructions.

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  2005 Subaru Forester2005 Subaru Impreza2005 Subaru WRX2004 Subaru Forester2004 Subaru Impreza2004 Subaru WRX2003 Subaru Impreza2003 Subaru WRX2002 Subaru Impreza2002 Subaru WRX
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• August 24, 2015•Document ID: 10092536

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WQL-48R

  Date Added:

  February 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SOA) HAS DETERMINED THAT A DEFECT, WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, MAY EXIST ON CERTAIN 2003-2004 MODEL YEAR SUBARU LEGACY, OUTBACK, AND BAJA VEHICLES, AND CERTAIN 2004 MODEL YEAR SUBARU IMPREZA (INCLUDING WRX AND STI) VEHICLES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATORS WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED PROPELLANT WAFERS. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING DEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG, IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED PROPELLANT WAFERS INSIDE THE INFLATOR COULD CAUSE THE INFLATOR TO RUPTURE WITH METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING AND POTENTIALLY SERIOUSLY INJURING THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS."

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  2004 Subaru Impreza2004 Subaru Legacy2004 Subaru Outback2004 Subaru WRX2003 Subaru Legacy2003 Subaru Outback2003 Subaru WRX
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• December 17, 2014•Document ID: 10068678

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14V-399

  Date Added:

  June 2, 2016

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

  Associated Products (8)

  2004 Subaru Impreza2004 Subaru Legacy2004 Subaru Outback2004 Subaru WRX2003 Subaru Impreza2003 Subaru Legacy2003 Subaru Outback2003 Subaru WRX
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• December 3, 2014•Document ID: 10233061

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Announcement

  Date Added:

  March 20, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  New Vehicle Receipt- Navigation SD Card Transit Storage Location Change

  Associated Products (22)

  2023 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru WRX2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru WRX2009 Subaru WRX2008 Subaru WRX2007 Subaru WRX2006 Subaru WRX2005 Subaru WRX2004 Subaru WRX+ 2 more
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• July 17, 2014•Document ID: 10232535

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  0116809R

  Date Added:

  March 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info

  Associated Products (162)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru BRZ2023 Subaru Crosstrek2023 Subaru Forester2023 Subaru Impreza2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2023 Subaru Solterra2023 Subaru WRX2023 Subaru XV CrossTrek2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru BRZ2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru XV CrossTrek2021 Subaru Ascent+ 142 more
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• April 25, 2013•Document ID: 10232879

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  0116809R

  Date Added:

  March 13, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Replacement Key and Immobilizer info

  Associated Products (88)

  2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek2012 Subaru B9 Tribeca2012 Subaru Crosstrek2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Impreza+ 68 more
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• February 3, 2011•Document ID: 10037968

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  TIRES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SB-05-50-10R

  Date Added:

  June 8, 2011

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM

  Associated Products (83)

  2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru B9 Tribeca2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2009 Subaru B9 Tribeca2009 Subaru Forester2009 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru Legacy2009 Subaru Outback2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca2008 Subaru Forester2008 Subaru Impreza2008 Subaru Legacy2008 Subaru Outback2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca+ 63 more
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• August 19, 2005•Document ID: 10016436

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  063505R

  Date Added:

  September 13, 2005

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  (ABS) ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM. *TT

  Associated Products (2)

  2003 Subaru WRX2002 Subaru WRX
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