Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Inoperative / DTC C0251 – 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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Bulletin Number: 06-58-17R; Date 06/03/19 Page 1 of 2
NUMBER: 06-58-17R
DATE: 02/16/17
REVISED: 06/03/19
APPLICABILITY: 2010-2014MY Legacy and Outback
SUBJECT: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
Inoperative / DTC C0251
CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
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INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces a new replacement EPB actuator assembly to address DTC C0251. In
isolated cases, the automatic calibration function of the EPB actuator may not always occur when
turning the ignition on. As a temporary result, the EPB may not function, the brake system warning
lamp will flash to alert the driver and DTC C0251 will be stored in memory. The EPB will resume
normal operation on the next key cycle.
PART INFORMATION:
Description Part Number Applicability
ACTUATOR ASSY- EPB
26002AJ01D 2010-2012MY
26002AJ02C 2013 & 2014MY
SELF-LOCKING NUT 023508000 ALL (Qty. 4 Req’d.)
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
When replacing the EPB2 Actuator assembly, follow the complete Service Procedure in the
applicable Service Manual.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• As part of the service procedure, the fuel tank protector will need to be removed. The 4
self-locking nuts securing the protector are One-Time Use items and must be replaced at
re-assembly. The torque specification for these nuts is 9 Nm (6.6 foot-lbs.).
• After EPB actuator assembly installation is complete, the Force Sensor Calibration Mode
must be performed with the Subaru Select Monitor following the procedure in the applicable
Service Manual.
Combination Meter Brake
System Warning Lamp
Bulletin Number: 06-58-17R; Date 06/03/19 Page 2 of 2
WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period or covered by an active Subaru
Added Security Gold plan, this repair may be submitted using the following claim
information:
Labor Description
Labor
Operation #
Labor
Time
Fail
Code
EPB ACTUATOR / CM ASSEMBLY R&R B544-251 1.0
SDP-43
EPB TESTING and DIAGNOSIS C544200 0.4
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• Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.