Reprogramming File Availability to Address Operational Concerns with “Gen 2.0” and “Gen 2.1” Fujitsu-TEN (F10) / Denso-TEN (D10) Navigation and 7” Display Audio Units – 2015-2018 Subaru

NHTSA ID Number: 10185092

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-205-16R

Summary

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed involving “Gen 2″ F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7” display.

 


NUMBER: 15-205-16R
DATE: 11/21/16
REVISED: 12/21/20

APPLICABILITY:2015-2017MY Legacy and Outback
2015-2016 Impreza
2015-2017 Crosstrek
2016-2018MY Forester
2016-2018MY WRXeBay logo
SUBJECT:Reprogramming File Availability to Address Operational Concerns with “Gen 2.0” and “Gen 2.1” Fujitsu-TEN (F10) / Denso-TEN (D10) Navigation and 7” Display Audio Units

 

INTRODUCTION:

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.  It is important to read through and understand this information completely before proceeding.  These latest software updates contain new logic to address the  following concerns:

  • Incomplete SXM channel list displayed
  • SXM Subscription Update
  • Thumbnail images included with phone contacts are not displayed (iPhone only)
  • Quick Message is grayed out and cannot be selected for a reply message
  • Head Unit does not respond to touch panel (soft key) commands
  • Clock display shifts by one hour when daylight saving is set to auto (applicable to 2015MY Legacy / Outback, 2015MY Impreza / Crosstrek, 2016MY Forester and 2016MY WRXeBay logo/ WRXeBay logo STIeBay logo models with Gen 2.0 audio units only).

In addition to updates for above conditions, each of the new files listed in the table below contain

ALL of the previous updates for conditions referenced in prior TSBs 15-182-15R, 15-183-15R and 15-198-16R which this TSB replaces. An overview of conditions addressed in the three prior TSBs along with a Version I.D. reference table is provided in Appendix section beginning on page 19.

 

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:

(See Step 1 on page 3).  Compare the result to the updated table shown below.  If the current version number is PRIOR to the version number listed in the table, continue with the updating procedure.

ModelModel YearNAVI

DA

Faceplate ID NumberUpdate Software File NameSubarunet Link Title
Update File #1 NameUpdate File #2 Name
Legacy & Outback2015NAVIFB644USeBay logoNU9022_USB_1st.exeNU9022_USB_2nd.exeMY15_LEG_OUT NAVI #1
FB664USeBay logoMY15_LEG_OUT NAVI #2
DAFB644UMeBay logoOU9021_USB_1st.exeOU9021_USB_2nd.exeMY15_LEG_OUT DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FB664UMeBay logoMY15_LEG_OUT DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2016NAVIFB685USeBay logoNU9314_USB_1st.exeNU9314_USB_2nd.exeMY16_LEG_OUT NAVI #1
FB695USeBay logoMY16_LEG_OUT NAVI #2
DAFB685UMeBay logoOU9313_USB_1st.exeOU9313_USB_2nd.exeMY16_LEG_OUT DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FB695UMeBay logoMY16_LEG_OUT DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2017NAVIFB876USeBay logoC_NU9511_USB_1st.exeC_NU9511_USB_2nd.exeMY17_LEG_OUT NAVI #1
FB856USeBay logoMY17_LEG_OUT NAVI #2
DAFB856UMeBay logoC_OU9510_USB_1st.exeC_OU9510_USB_2nd.exeMY17_LEG_OUT DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FB876UMeBay logoMY17_LEG_OUT DISPLAY AUDIO #2
Impreza & Crosstrek2015NAVIFM634USeBay logoNU9116(US)_USB_1st.exeNU9116(US)_USB_2nd.exeMY15_IMP_CROS NAVI #1
MY15_IMP_CROS NAVI #2
DAFM664UMeBay logoOU9115(US)_USB_1st.exeOU9115(US)_USB_2nd.exeMY15_IMP_CROS DISPLAY AUDIO #1
MY15_IMP_CROS DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2016NAVIFM655UHeBay logoNU9412_USB_1st.exeNU9412_USB_2nd.exeMY16_IMP_CROS NAVI #1
FM675UHeBay logoMY16_IMP_CROS NAVI #2
DAFM705UMeBay logoOU9411_USB_1st.exeOU9411_USB_2nd.exeMY16_IMP_CROS DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FM685UMeBay logoMY16_IMP_CROS DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2017NAVIFM666USeBay logoNU9511_USB_1st.exeNU9511_USB_2nd.exeMY17_IMP_CROS NAVI #1
FM686USMY17_IMP_CROS NAVI #2
DAFM685UMeBay logoOU9411_USB_1st.exeOU9411_USB_2nd.exeMY17_IMP_CROS DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FM705UMeBay logoMY17_IMP_CROS DISPLAY AUDIO #2
Forester2016NAVIFF667USeBay logoNU9916_USB_1st.exeNU9916_USB_2nd.exeMY16_FOR NAVI #1
FF687USeBay logoMY16_FOR NAVI #2
DAFF667UMeBay logoOU9915_USB_1st.exeOU9915_USB_2nd.exeMY16_FOR DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FF687UMeBay logoMY16_FOR DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2017NAVIFF868USeBay logoNU9412_USB_1st.exeNU9412_USB_2nd.exeMY17_FOR NAVI #1
FF878USeBay logoMY17_FOR NAVI #2
DAFF678UMeBay logoOU9411_USB_1st.exeOU9411_USB_2nd.exeMY17_FOR DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FF698UMeBay logoMY17_FOR DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2018NAVIFF629USeBay logoNU9611_USB_1st.exeNU9611_USB_2nd.exeMY18_FOR NAVI #1
FF639USeBay logoMY18_FOR NAVI #2
DAFF689UMeBay logoOU9610_USB_1st.exeOU9610_USB_2nd.exeMY18_FOR DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FF679UMeBay logoMY18_FOR DISPLAY AUDIO #2
WRXeBay logo & WRXeBay logo STIeBay logo2016NAVIFV631USeBay logoNU9213_USB_1st.exeNU9213_USB_2nd.exeMY16_WRX NAVI #1
MY16_WRX NAVI #2
DAFV651UMOU9212_USB_1st.exeOU9212_USB_2nd.exeMY16_WRX DISPLAY AUDIO #1
MY16_WRX DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2017NAVIFV642USNU9511_USB_1st.exeNU9511_USB_2nd.exeMY17_WRX NAVI #1
MY17_WRX NAVI #2
DAFV662UMOU9510_USB_1st.exeOU9510_USB_2nd.exeMY17_WRX DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FV672UMeBay logoMY17_WRX DISPLAY AUDIO #2
2018NAVIFV673USNU9611_USB_1st.exeNU9611_USB_2nd.exeMY18_WRX NAVI #1
MY18_WRX NAVI #2
DAFV843UMOU9610_USB_1st.exeOU9610_USB_2nd.exeMY18_WRX DISPLAY AUDIO #1
FV833UMeBay logoMY18_WRX DISPLAY AUDIO #2

 

NOTE:  Software Version Numbers (as referenced in the Service Procedure below) are included  in the Update Software File names.  Example: NU9017 and OU9106 are Version Numbers.

 

MATERIALS REQUIRED:

2 empty 2GB, USB 2.0 storage devices (flash drives) will be needed  to perform these updates.  The drives should be dedicated to storing  and transferring these updating files only.  They also need to be no  more than 4GB in size and contain a FAT32 file format before  downloading update files onto them. Do NOT use any USB  drives which contain or require the use of file management,  encryption, file backup or other software to function.

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

  • Read through and understand this procedure COMPLETELY before proceeding further.
  • When installing an exchange head unit, the Version Check procedure below MUST be performed to confirm the replacement has the latest software version installed.  If it does not, proceed with the remainder of this Service Procedure.

 

Step 1: Version Check Procedure

Before proceeding with any updates, the currently installed software version must be determined.

If the latest software version (or later) is already installed, no updates are necessary.  The Version ID numbers for this procedure are found in the Update File Applicability / Information table shown above. If the Version ID numbers identified during the Version Check procedure are prior to (or lower than) those shown on the table, proceed with the remainder of the software update beginning with Step 3.

  • Switch the unit into “Diagnosis Mode” by pressing and holding the HOME button while pressing the “AUDIO/TUNE” button 5 (five) times.

 

  • Press “Service Information”

 

  • Press “Version Information”

 

  • Press “Push” next to DA (or AVN for Navigation units)

 

  • Verify the current versions according to the Update File Applicability / Information table shown table shown on page 7. Use the down arrow to scroll to the bottom of the list for  complete verification.

 

  • If the software version is current, press and HOLD the HOME button to exit the Diagnostic Mode and complete the procedure as no updates are necessary. If no updates are necessary, continue your diagnosis of the customer concern.  If the Version ID numbers are prior to (lower than) those shown in the table above, proceed with Step 2, preparing the USB memory (Flash Drives) then Step 3, the software update procedure.

 

NOTE: If updates are necessary, the Version Check procedure will need to be performed again after each update installation to confirm the procedure was successful.

 

After performing the Version Check procedure, if updates are determined to be necessary, the 2 USB flash drives will be needed to download the Update Files onto.  All the F10 update files are accessible for downloading from Subarunet under: Service Operations & Technical>>Forms / Downloads>>Gen2/Fujitsu10/Denso10  for Audio/Navi page then clicking on the applicable  hyperlink:

Click Here to Access the Downloads for Audio/Navigation Information on Subarunet

In addition, these files have also been sent to Retailer SDS systems by Nuspire and can be found in My Documents listed as: “F10Software Updates Gen 2.0 and 2.1Audio and Navi Head Units”. The Subarunet page shown above will display which contains links to the update files 1 & 2 for each model head unit.  Do not download any files at this point.  The file download procedures are supplied later in this bulletin.  The 2 flash drives must be formatted before the Update Files can be downloaded onto them as outlined in Step 2 below.

 

Step 2: Prepare the USB Memory (flash drive)

VERY IMPORTANT: Before attempting to download any data files, confirm the PC and flash drives you are using are not infected with any virus. The flash drives will need to be formatted for FAT32 following the steps below.

 

USB Flash Drive Formatting Procedure:

  • Install a flash drive into an available USB port on your PC.
  • Click Start (this is located in the lower left corner of the desktop screen) then, in the Search programs and files box, type “explorer”.

 

NOTE: On SDS Notebook you may also press the My Documents button on the GUI Home Screen.

  • As you type the word “explorer”, search results will start to appear. In the results, click on the “Windows Explorer” option under the Programs section.

 

  • In the next window, choose the Computer section on the left. Locate “Removable Disk

 

NOTE: Always confirm the device you are formatting is the USB Flash Drive. This drive may have various names assigned to it by the manufacturer of the device and may not reflect the drive name given in this example.

  • Right click the picture for “Removable Disk” then select “Format”.

 

  • When the “Format” dialog box appears, make sure that the option labeled “File System” is set to FAT32 and the Quick Format box is checked as well. Then, click the “Start” button.

 

  • Click “OK” when the following window appears.

 

  • The drive will start formatting and display this window when it is finished. Click  “OK” to complete the process.

 

  • Repeat the procedure above for the second flash drive

 

Step 3: File Download Procedures

After formatting the 2 flash drives is complete, the two Update Files must be downloaded from either the Subarnet links or from the My Documents section of the SDS system when using the files sent by Nuspire, one to each flash drive. Label them Drive “1” and Drive “2”. The updates must be installed in order, Drive “1” first followed by Drive “2”.

 

Follow “A” when using files downloaded from Subarunet.

Follow “B” when using the files sent directly to the SDS notebook from Nuspire (page 12).

 

“A” When using update files downloaded from Subarunet:

 

NOTE:  Update File #1 contains 1 file.  Update File #2 contains 3 files. The Subarunet screenshots below will take you through the steps required to get the selected Update Files onto the flash drives and ready to use.  Update File sizes are quite large and depending on the speed capabilities of the computer, it may take some time to complete the downloads.

 

PLEASE BE PATIENT!

Once the downloads are complete, locate the Update Files (reference the chart on page 7 for the file names) in the Downloads Folder.  Once you locate each file, unzip them one at a time to transfer their contents to the appropriate USB flash drive.  As an example, update NU9020_USB_1st.zip for a 2015 Legacy would be unzipped to USB #1 and NU9020_USB_2nd.zip would be unzipped to USB #2.  NOTE: If not already done, follow the procedure (Step 2) for formatting (removing any existing files) your flash drives.  Plug the “clean” flash drive into your computer.

 

  • Go to your Windows Start screen, select “Computer” (or click on My Documents if you are using the SDS notebook) and click on “Downloads”.

 

  • Once your list of downloaded files opens, locate and click on the downloaded Update Files (in this example, “OU9103_USB…” ) you are looking for. TIP:  If you click on Date Modified you can sort the downloaded files by the date they were added which will bring the newest file to the top.

 

  • Double clicking the Update File will bring up a dialogue box with a security warning, click on “Run” to continue.

 

  • Click on “Browse”

 

  • As shown below, click on “Removable Disk” which is your USB flash drive where you want the unzipped file(s) to be saved. Click “OK” then click on “Unzip”.

 

The Update File will unzip and be saved to your flash drive.

 

  • Confirm the Update File (and flash drive) is ready to use by going back to Start > Computer and double clicking on “Removable Disk” to display the drive’s contents as shown in the examples below. All of the files will have a “.kwi” extension at the end of their file name. If OK, proceed with Step 4: Update Software Installation starting on page 18.

 

REMINDER:  There can only be ONE Update File stored on each flash drive or the update  procedure will not work.  If you see more than one Update File stored, start over by re-formatting  the flash drive again and reloading the Update File you are trying to install.

 

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

  • Do not change the Update File names after downloading them.
  • Do not save any other version Update Files onto the flash drives.

 

“B” When using update files sent directly from Nuspire:

  • From the GUI screen, open My Documents to display the list of available files shown below.

 

  • Insert a “clean” USB flash drive (Drive 1) into the computer being used for the download.

 

  • For these F10 updates, after clicking on the file for the vehicle being updated, 2 files will be displayed as shown below. Like the files downloaded from Subarunet, they too are .zip files and need to be “unzipped” before they can be used.

 

  • Click on the first file (file name ends with _1st). A WinZip Self-Extractor dialog box will appear.     Click on “Browse” and select the USB flash drive as the destination (“D:\” in this example)

 

  • Click on Unzip.

 

  • When file transfer to the USB flash drive is complete (a “unzipped successfully” box will appear), click on “OK”, remove Drive 1 and replace it with Drive 2.

 

  • Repeat the above steps and transfer the contents from the second file (ending with _2nd) to Drive 2.

 

  • Confirm both USB flash drive and files are ready to use by double clicking on each (“D:\” in this example) to display their contents. Drive 1 will have just 1 file while the Drive 2 will have 3.

 

  • Unplug Drive 2 and proceed to Step 4

 

Step 4: Update Software Installation

NOTE: Because of the time it takes to perform these updates, SubarueBay logo of America, Inc. (SOA) highly recommends connecting the SubarueBay logo Midtronics GR8 Diagnostic Battery Charger to the vehicle and utilizing the Power Supply Mode feature anytime a vehicle control module is being reprogrammed.  Follow the procedure as outlined in document GR8-1100 on STIS for use of the GR8’s Power Supply Mode:

 

  • Confirm all electrical loads such as lights, audio, HVAC, seat heaters, and rear defroster are all switched OFF before setting up for Power Supply Mode.

 

  • Select the correct battery type (Flooded, AGM or AGM Spiral).

 

  • Select the CCA which matches the vehicle’s battery (NOTE: OE and replacement batteries have different CCA ratings. Always confirm the battery rating before proceeding.)

 

  • If the “Charge BatteryWARNING appears, the battery MUST be charged before attempting reprogramming.

 

  • DO NOT connect the DSTi or SDI until the GR8 Power Supply mode has completed its battery test mode and the Charging Voltage has dropped to a steady 13.5 Volts on the display.

 

  • If the GR8 “beeps” or the Status Light flashes, a diagnostic charge should be performed on the battery before proceeding further.

 

  • Once Power Supply Mode reaches a steady 13.5 volts, connect the DSTi or SDI to the OBD connector and initiate the reprogramming process.

 

  • Amperage will fluctuate based upon the vehicle’s demand for power. NOTE: If the  voltage rises beyond 14V while programming is in process, the procedure will abort. This  can indicate a need to test or charge the vehicle battery before any further attempt at programming.

 

IMPORTANT:

This information is applicable to the Midtronics GR8 Diagnostic Battery Charger ONLY. It does not apply to any other brand / type of “generic” battery charger whatsoever.  ONLY the GR8 and its Power Supply Mode feature has been tested and approved by SOA.

Once the GR8 is connected to the vehicle, as long as the battery is fully charged, it takes less than 3 minutes to boot-up the charger, select Power Supply Mode, and have the battery voltage stabilized and ready for reprogramming.

 

REMINDER:  If the GR8 indicates the vehicle’s battery must be charged, charge the battery using the GR8 before proceeding to reprogram the vehicle.

 

Version Update Procedure

  • Turn the ignition / key (ACC) “ON”.

 

  • Press the “AUDIO/TUNE” button.

The Select Audio Source screen will appear.

 

Install Drive “1” (or Drive “2” after successful installation of Drive “1” update is confirmed) into the vehicle’s USB port. After the flash drive is recognized, the USB icon will illuminate.

 

  • Once the USB icon is illuminated, switch the unit into “Diagnosis Mode” by pressing and holding the HOME button while pressing the “AUDIO/TUNE” button 5 (five) times.

 

1. Press and hold “HOME” button

2. Press “AUDIO/TUNE” button 5 (five) times.

 

  • Press “Service Information”

 

  • Press “Program Update” then follow the sequence shown in the screen shots on the next page

 

Wait for “OK” to activate (turn black)

 

Press “OK”

 

Press “SELECT”

 

CAUTION:  Confirm the intended new version is displayed before clicking Select.

NOTE:  The “OK” button will not activate (turn black) if the wrong Update File(s) are on the flash drive.  Re-format the flash drive and reload the proper Update Files starting from the beginning of   Step 2.

 

Press “OK”

 

Once the updating starts, the status bar may need to complete more than once and could take up to about 15 minutes.

 

Turn off ACC

 

If “Update Error” screen is displayed as shown below:

Perform the Version Update again from Step 3.

 

Select “OK”

 

ACC OFF then back ON again

 

If the progress bar stops, please wait 15 minutes. If the progress bar does not change even if after 15 minutes, turn ACC OFF and back ON again then, restart the update procedure from Step 4.

 

IMPORTANT:  Do not turn the ACC (ignition / key) off or disconnect the flash drive from the USB port during updating.

 

  • Once the update completes successfully, turn the ACC off.

 

  • CRITICAL: WAIT AT LEAST 60 SECONDS. If the ignition is turned back on before waiting AT LEAST 60 SECONDS, the  data may be corrupted and the unit damaged.
  • After the unit boots back up, the “Updating software” screen and its status bar will be displayed.  This update may take up to 5 minutes to complete.

 

When the Software Updates complete, the unit will restart automatically.  Once the STARLINK opening screen is displayed, remove the flash drive from the USB port and turn the ignition off.  CRITICAL STEP: Before proceeding further, perform Step 1 (Version Check Procedure) again to confirm the updated software installation from Drive “1” was successful.  When the update is successful, the new software version number will be displayed.  If OK, proceed with installation of the Drive “2” update (repeat Step 4, Update Software Installation).  If the updated versions are not displayed, Step 4 using Drive “1” must be repeated.  Once the software and CAN version updates are confirmed, insert Drive “2” and repeat Step 4.

 

Step 5: Version Check Procedure

As mentioned earlier, once both update software installations are complete, the Version Check procedure (Step 1) must be performed again to confirm all of the updates have been installed  successfully.

 

Step 6: Memory Clear Procedure

After confirming both software updates have been installed successfully, the Memory Clear  procedure must be performed to complete the update procedure.

NOTE:  All presets will likely be lost and will need to reset after performing this procedure.  After pressing “Back”, the following screen will be displayed:

 

  • Press “Memory Initialization”

 

  • Press and HOLD the “OK” button until the screen shown below is displayed (5 to 10 seconds).

 

This screen will be displayed for about 1 minute while the unit restarts.  After restart, the Loading screen and its status bar will be displayed.  After the status bar completes, the Main Menu screen will be displayed.  To complete the updating procedure, you must go through the series of Initial Setup screens, reset the radio station presets and re-pair any mobile devices (where applicable).

NOTE:  After confirming the updates are complete, remove the labels and re-format both flash drives to clear any remaining files so they are ready for use the next time.  This reduces the chances of inadvertently combining files the next time the drives are used.  It also ensures that every repair receives the very latest software as these files will be updated from time to time whenever a newer version is released.

 

APPENDIX

VERY IMPORTANT: In addition to updates for conditions listed on page 1, each of the new files listed in the table on page 2 contain ALL the previous updates for conditions referenced in prior TSBs 15-182-15R, 15-183-15R and 15-198-16R which this TSB replaces.  Please read and understand the following BEFORE installing a software update unnecessarily.

  • If the vehicle’s audio / navigation head unit already contains the software version listed in the information below (or a later one) and is experiencing a similar condition as described here, installing the most current software will most likely not resolve it. In that case, do not attempt a software update.  Instead, refer to the Technical Support Guide, applicable Service Manual, other related Service Bulletin or Tech TIPS to help diagnose this “new” condition.  At the same time, always be sure to complete the Fujitsu 10 / Denso 10 Questionnaire located in the Forms/Downloads area of Subarunet > Service Operations & Technical section under Exchange Forms to record all details related to the condition as part of repair documentation and to have available should escalation be necessary. If after following the available diagnostics in the Service Manual and Technical Support Guide the condition cannot be resolved, contact Techline with all troubleshooting results, along with a completed questionnaire and videos and/or photos of the condition.
  • If the condition is as described below and the software version is prior to the software version referenced as correcting this condition, then it is appropriate to apply the latest software update as found in this bulletin as it will most likely resolve the condition.

The table below provides a history of all previous version ID numbers along with reference to the corresponding TSB number and it’s release date.  Each update section below lists the specific conditions addressed.

ModelModel Year“NAVI / DA”15-182-15 (6/16/15)15-183-15 (6/16/15)15-198-15 (5/2/16)15-205-16R (11/21/16)15-205-16R (3/21/17)15-205-16R (1/3/18)15-205-16R (8/21/18)15-205-16R (2/27/20)
Legacy/ Outback2015NAVINU9008NU9015NU9014NU9017NU9020NU9020NU9021
DAOU9007OU9014OU9013OU9016OU9019OU9019OU9020
2016NAVINU9308NU9307NU9309NU9311NU9312NU9313
DAOU9307OU9309OU9310OU9311OU9312
2017NAVINU9508NU9509NU9510
DAOU9507OU9508OU9509
Impreza/ Crosstrek2015NAVINU9104NU9110NU9109NU9111NU9114NU9114NU9115
DAOU9103OU9109OU9108OU9109OU9113OU9113OU9114
2016NAVINU9406NU9405NU9407NU9409NU9410NU9411
DAOU9405OU9405OU9408OU9409OU9410
2017NAVINU9508NU9509NU9510
DAOU9408OU9409OU9410
Forester2016NAVINU9910NU9909NU9911NU9914NU9914NU9915
DAOU9909OU9908OU9909OU9913OU9913OU9914
2017NAVINU9407NU9409NU9410NU9411
DAOU9408OU9409OU9410
2018NAVINU9608NU9609NU9610
DAOU9608OU9609
WRXeBay logo2016NAVINU9207NU9206NU9208NU9211NU9211NU9212
DAOU9207OU9206OU9207OU9210OU9210OU9211
2017NAVINU9606NU9508NU9509NU9510
DAOU9507OU9508OU9509
2018NAVINU9608NU9609NU9610
DAOU9608OU9609
Conditions addressed  with Update NumberUpdate

(1)

Update (2)Update

(3)

Update (4)Update (5)Update (6)Update (7)Update (8)

 

Update (1) TSB No. 15-182-15, originally released 6/16/2015 for NAVIGATION (HIGH) Units ONLY

Update ID: NU9008 (2015MY Leg / Obk) or NU9104 (2015MY Imp / Crosstrek). See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Conditions addressed with these update files:

  • Audio output is lost after a few minutes when listening to Sirius/XM satellite radio.
  • Bluetooth feature becomes inoperative.
  • HD Radio “freezes” after a few minutes of play.
  • Back-Up Camera “help lines” do not appear.
  • Map location is inconsistent between Navigation display and iPhone when using the iPhone’s Google Maps with the phone connected to the USB port in console.
  • Roads or interchanges have the same name displayed multiple times.
  • Navigation function is slow to start when selected.
  • No map display with key or ignition in “ACC” (accessory) position.
  • No voice guidance provided from Navigation system after selecting a route unless the ignition is cycled off and back on again.
  • Steering wheel switch controls are inoperative with an iPod (MP3) player connected to the USB.
  • Incorrect Umlaut characters are shown on StarLink display.
  • No response from the soft touch keys on display.
  • Back-Up Camera is displayed when shifter is in positions other than Reverse.
  • “Line Diag” screen is displayed intermittently while driving.
  • “LIST” soft touch key is not displayed on Bluetooth Audio screen while using Bluetooth audio feature with an Apple device utilizing iOS8 software version.
  • “Beep” sound heard when touching the bottom of the display screen where no function soft touch keys are displayed.
  • SXM caution message screen is displayed in English even when French language operation settings are selected.
  • The following symptoms are all related to the inability of the software to properly load. One or all of these 5 conditions may occur at the same time:

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 

Update (2) TSB No. 15-183-15, originally released 6/16/2015 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) Units ONLY

Update ID: OU9007 (2015MY Leg / Obk) or OU9103 (2015MY Imp / Crosstrek). See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Conditions addressed with these update files:

  • Audio output is lost after a few minutes when listening to Sirius/XM satellite radio.
  • Bluetooth feature becomes inoperative.
  • HD Radio “freezes” after a few minutes of play.
  • Back-Up Camera “help lines” do not appear.
  • Incorrect Umlaut characters are shown on StarLink display.
  • No response from the soft touch keys on display.

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 

Update (3) TSB No. 15-198-15, originally released 5/2/2016 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) and NAVIGATION (High) Head Units

Update IDs:  See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Conditions addressed with these update files:

  • Logic change to provide a “_” (underscore) character on the keyboard.
  • Logic change to match the engine oil maintenance remaining mileage on the maintenance reminder screen to the odometer meter value on the combination meter when mileage unit is set to read in “KM”.
  • Logic change to insure the Vehicle Mode indicator on the Vehicle Monitor screen matches the actual vehicle status. Example: The wheel indicators on the vehicle monitor screen no longer stay illuminated indicating VDC is “active” after VDC activation is complete.
  • Logic change to address improper calculation used by the head unit to determine Average Lifetime Fuel Consumption displayed on the ECO monitor.
  • Logic change to address Voice Recognition error when user says “Radio” or “Music”.
  • Logic change to address the radio (audio) not resuming play automatically after a Bluetooth call is ended. Logic change to address FM radio station presets resetting to 87.5MHz intermittently when
  • cycling the ignition OFF to ON.
  • Logic change to address AM radio station presets resetting to 513KHz intermittently and possible switch from AM to FM if a 513KHz preset is selected.

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 

Update (4) TSB No. 15-205-16R, originally released 11/21/2016 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) and NAVIGATION (High) Head Units

NOTES: 

  • 15-205-16R is the CURRENT TSB to use when performing D-10 head unit updates.
  • IMPORTANT: The table below represents a group of update files not specifically released in its own revision to TSB 15-205-16R but were later combined with the revised version dated 3/31/2017. 

Update IDs:  See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Conditions addressed with these update files:

  • Mirrorlink version 1.1 updates
  • Navigation guidance MUTE function enabled.

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 

Update (5) TSB No. 15-205-16R, originally released 3/31/2017 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) and NAVIGATION (High) Head Units

Update IDs:  See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Conditions addressed with these update files:

  • Intersection names displayed on the Combination Meter may be incomplete
  • XM Traffic information may be inaccurate
  • On 2015MY Legacy / Outback, there may be an intermittent delay of up to 1 minute before the Map is displayed after starting the Navigation system.

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 

Update (6) TSB No. 15-205-16R, originally released 1/3/2018 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) and NAVIGATION (High) Head Units

Update IDs:  See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Conditions addressed with these update files:

  • SXM Channel numbers higher than 256 cannot be set using voice recognition.
  • Characters may appear garbled to the right of the input characters when entering an e-mail address or password using the software keyboard within the iHeart Radio app.
  • The Navigation system freezes when re-routing while using traffic information supplied by SXM.
  • The Navigation system re-boots from the Loading screen when utilizing the remote engine starter (RES) feature (if equipped).

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 

Update (7) TSB No. 15-205-16R, originally released 8/21/2018 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) and NAVIGATION (High) Head Units

Update IDs:  See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Condition addressed with these update files:

  • Unable to access SXM source or switch to SXM channels by using the preset buttons on the display.

 

Update (8) TSB No. 15-205-16R, originally released 2/27/2020 for DISPLAY AUDIO (BASE and MID) and NAVIGATION (High) Head Units

Update IDs: See table provided on page 19 for complete listing by model / model year / head unit type.

Condition addressed with these update files:

  • Incomplete SXM channel list displayed
  • Thumbnail images included with phone contacts are not displayed (iPhone only)
  • Quick Message is grayed out and cannot be selected for a reply message
  • Head Unit does not respond to touch panel (soft key) commands
  • Clock display shifts by one hour when daylight saving is set to auto (applicable to 2015MY Legacy / Outback, 2015MY Impreza /Crosstrek, 2016MY Forester and 2016MY WRXeBay logo/WRXeBay logo STIeBay logo models with Gen 2.0 audio units only).

CAUTION: This countermeasure is only applicable to Gen 2.1 and later. (Not applicable to Gen 2.0.)

CRITICAL NOTE:  If the software version for the head unit being diagnosed is the one listed above or later, the enhancements for the above listed conditions are already incorporated.   Application of the latest software will not correct similar condition(s).  Follow regular diagnosis as outlined at the start of this appendix.

If the software version for the head unit is earlier the one listed above, and the condition is listed, then application of the latest software should resolve it.

 


17 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
SUBARUeBay logoCROSSTREK2015-2017
SUBARUeBay logoFORESTER2016-2018
SUBARUeBay logoIMPREZA2015-2016
SUBARUeBay logoLEGACY2015-2017
SUBARUeBay logoOUTBACK2015-2017
SUBARUeBay logoWRXeBay logo2016-2018

 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

NUMBER: 15-205-16R
DATE: 11/21/16
REVISED: 12/21/20

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10185092

MC-10185092-0001.pdf 4949.749KB

 


NHTSA ID Number: 10182220

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-205-16R

Summary

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed involving â??Gen 2â?? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7″ display.

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

NUMBER: 15-205-16R
DATE: 11/21/16
REVISED: 10/13/20

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10182220

MC-10182220-0001.pdf 4946.152KB

 


 

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