Subaru

Subaru Recalls, Diagnostic & Repair Tips
Menu
  • Recalls
    • Aston Martin Recalls
    • BMW Recalls
    • Bugatti Recalls
    • Chrysler Dodge Fiat Jeep Ram Alpha Romeo Recalls
    • Ferrari Recalls
    • Ford Recalls
    • GM Recalls
    • Acura & Honda Recalls
    • Hyundai Recalls
    • Isuzu Recalls
    • Jaguar & Land Rover Recalls
    • Kia Recalls
    • Lamborghini Recalls
    • Maserati Recalls
    • Mazda Recalls
    • Mercedes-Benz Recalls
    • Mitsubishi Recalls
    • Infiniti & Nissan Recalls
    • Porsche Recalls
    • Subaru Recalls
    • Suzuki Recalls
    • Tesla Recalls
    • Toyota Lexus & Scion Recalls
    • Volvo Recalls
    • VW Audi Recalls
  • Diagnostic Tips
    • Ford Diagnostic Tips
    • GM Diagnostic Tips
    • Mazda Diagnostic Tips
    • Subaru Diagnostic Tips
  • Repair Tips
    • Ford Repair Tips
    • GM Repair Tips
    • Mazda Repair Tips
    • Subaru Repair Tips
  • Links
  • E-Books
  • Store
  • oemdtc
    • Aston Martin
    • BMW
    • Bugatti
    • Chrysler Dodge Fiat Jeep Ram Alpha Romeo
    • Ferrari
    • Ford
    • GM
    • Acura & Honda
    • Hyundai
    • Isuzu
    • Jaguar & Land Rover
    • Kia
    • Lamborghini
    • Maserati
    • Mazda
    • Mercedes-Benz
    • Mitsubishi
    • Infiniti & Nissan
    • Porsche
    • Subaru
    • Suzuki
    • Tesla
    • Toyota Lexus & Scion
    • Volvo
    • VW-Audi

Amazon Sells Car & Truck Parts Search by Part Number

Buy Car & Truck Parts on Amazon
Home
Repair Tips
Reprogramming File Availability to Improve Bluetooth Pairing – 2014-2015 Subaru Forester
Repair Tips

Reprogramming File Availability to Improve Bluetooth Pairing – 2014-2015 Subaru Forester

oemdtc June 13, 2016 30 Comments

NHTSA ID Number: 10171931

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-186-15R

Summary

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and a corresponding installation procedure which will allow Bluetooth pairing to be completed successfully when using voice commands on the Clarion audio units listed.

 

2 Affected Products

Vehicle

MAKE MODEL YEAR
SUBARU FORESTER 2014-2015

NUMBER: 15-186-15R
DATE: 09/08/15
REVISED: 02/24/16

APPLICABILITY: 2014-15MY Forester Models with Clarion Audio
SUBJECT: Reprogramming File Availability to Improve Bluetooth Pairing

 

INTRODUCTION:

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and a corresponding installation procedure which will allow Bluetooth pairing to be completed successfully when using voice commands on the Clarion audio units listed below.  Pairing of phones using voice recognition is the preferred method on these Clarion audio units.  See bulletin 15-185-15 for additional details on using voice recognition to pair phones to Clarion audio units.  The procedure will involve downloading the applicable update file from Subarunet then loading it onto a flash drive for installation.

 

APPLICABLE CLARION AUDIO UNITS:

CF605UL, CF625UM, CF646UH, CF735CH and CF746CH

The audio unit model number is displayed on the lower right of the faceplate as shown below.

audio unit model number

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:

There have been reports of the Bluetooth pairing procedure not starting after pressing the talk switch on the steering wheel.

talk switch

 

To confirm if this bulletin applies, press the “Talk” switch on the steering wheel and listen to the voice which will provide some basic information, instructions and a list of options to select from.

  • In some cases, a “SELECT LANGUAGE” screen may be displayed. Turn the Tune / Track knob to scroll through available choices then press the Tune / Track knob again to select.

SELECT LANGUAGE

 

  • After selecting the language, “Welcome!” is displayed. The unit should automatically display the Setup / Pair Phone screen next.

Welcome!

 

  • If the system automatically displays the Setup / Pair Phone screen, the procedure is complete and reprogramming is not necessary.
  • If the system does not automatically display the Setup / Pair Phone screen, the update files to reprogram the audio unit will likely need to be installed.

Software Version Check / Reprogramming Procedure:

  • Cycle the ignition off then back on.
  • Without turning on the audio unit (blank / black screen), press and HOLD the TEXT button while pressing the station preset buttons 5 & 6 simultaneously. The current software version will be displayed as shown below, right.

press and HOLD the TEXT button while pressing the station preset buttons 5 & 6 simultaneously

 

  • If the 4th, 5th and 6th digits of the version ID number displayed are 504 as shown in the photo above, the unit must be updated. If they are 505 or higher and the system does not automatically display the Setup / Pair Phone screen, the audio unit will need to be replaced with an exchange unit from Clarion.

VERY IMPORTANT:  If an exchange is determined to be necessary, a detailed description of the problem MUST be supplied in the space provided on the Exchange Form.

 

IF REPROGRAMMING IS REQUIRED:

Materials Required:

1 empty, USB 2.0 (do NOT use USB 3.0) storage device (flash drive) will be needed to perform the update procedure.  The device should be dedicated to storing and transferring these updating files only.  It must be a minimum of 2GB in size and contain a FAT32 file format before downloading the update files onto it.  The following recommended and readily-available devices include: Verbatim® model# 97002, PQI® model# U273 and Kingston® model# DTSE9.

USB 2.0 storage device (flash drive)

 

All the Clarion update files are accessible for downloading from Subarunet under: Service Operations
& Technical>>Forms /Downloads>>Gen 1 for Audio/Navi page then clicking on the following
hyperlink:

Downloads for Audio/Navi

FACE PLATE ID NUMBER UPDATE SOFTWARE FILE NAME
CF605UL 470347605v087_MainMicom-USA-ML.mot
CF625UM
CF646UH 470347505v087_MainMicom-USA-H.mot
CF735CH
CF746CH

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

 

 

The Subarunet page shown above will display and contain links to the Clarion update files.

Prepare the USB Memory (flash drive)

VERY IMPORTANT: Before attempting to download any data files, confirm the PC and flash drive you are using are not infected with any virus. The flash drive 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”.

Search

 

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.

Windows Explorer

 

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

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”.

Removable Disk

 

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

Quick Format

 

  • Click “OK” when the following window appears.

Click “OK”

 

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

Click “OK”

File Download Procedure:

Now that the flash drive has been formatted, the update file must be downloaded.  Download the update file to your PC from the Subarunet links.  The screenshots below will take you through the steps required to get the selected update file onto your flash drive and ready to use.

File Download Procedure

File Download Procedure

 

Once the download is complete, you will need to locate the update file, unzip it then save the unzipped version to the USB flash drive.  NOTE: If you have not already done so, follow the procedure above for re-formatting (removing any existing files) your flash drive.

  • Plug the freshly formatted USB flash drive into your computer.
  • Go to your Windows Start screen, select “Computer” (or click on My Documents if you are using the SDS Toughbook) then click on “Downloads”.

SDS Toughbook screen shot

 

Once your list of downloaded files opens, locate and click on the downloaded update (in this example, “470347605v087_MainMicom-USA-H.mot”) you are looking for.  TIP: Click on Date Modified and you can sort the downloaded files by the date they were added which will bring the newest file to the top.

downloaded update

  • Double clicking the update file will bring up a dialogue box with a Security Warning. Click on “Run” to continue.
  • Click on “Browse”.

Click on “Browse”

 

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

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 (or My Documents on the SDS Toughbook) and double clicking on “Removable Disk” to display the drive’s contents as shown in the examples below. If OK, proceed with the software installation procedure below.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Do not change the update file names after downloading them.
  • Do not save any other version update files onto the same flash drive.

CAUTION:  Confirm one last time the file on the USB flash drive and the head unit it will be installed in match per the table below before installing it.

FACE PLATE ID NUMBER UPDATE SOFTWARE FILE NAME
CF605UL 470347605v087_MainMicom-USA-ML.mot
CF625UM
CF646UH 470347505v087_MainMicom-USA-H.mot
CF735CH
CF746CH

NOTE: Because of the time it takes to perform these updates, SOA recommends connecting the Midtronics GR8 Diagnostic Battery Charger to the vehicle and utilizing the Power Supply Mode feature when performing these updates.  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 the Power Supply Mode, and have the vehicle’s battery voltage stabilized and ready for updating.  VERY

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 Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA).  If the GR8 indicates the vehicle’s battery must be charged, charge the battery using the GR8 before proceeding to update the audio unit while using the Power Supply Mode.

Reprogramming Procedure:

NOTE:  If a GR8 is unavailable, this reprogramming procedure can also be done with the engine idling.

  • Turn (or push) the ignition switch to “ACC ON” with the Radio switched OFF.
  • Insert the USB drive into the USB port.

USB port

 

  • Without turning on the audio unit (black screen), press the TEXT along with station preset buttons 5 & 6 (press all 3 buttons) simultaneously. The current software version will be displayed as shown below, right.

press the TEXT along with station preset buttons 5 & 6 (press all 3 buttons) simultaneously

 

  • With the version ID displayed, press the CD/AUX button along with station preset buttons 5 & 6 (press all 3 buttons) simultaneously. The updating will start automatically.

press the CD/AUX button along with station preset buttons 5 & 6 (press all 3 buttons) simultaneously

 

  • IMPORTANT: Do not remove the USB or turn the ignition off while software is updating. The updating procedure will take approximately 8 minutes to complete.

updating procedure

 

  • When the update completes, the system will reboot automatically. The display will go to an Audio Off (black) screen.
  • Once the screen goes black, switch the ignition OFF and remove the USB drive.
  • Turn (or push) the ignition switch back to “ACC ON”.
  • Press and HOLD the TEXT button while pressing the station preset buttons 5 & 6 Confirm the software version is now M 347505V087.

Press and HOLD the TEXT button while pressing the station preset buttons 5 & 6 simultaneously

 

  • If YES:  the procedure is complete.
  • If NO:  perform the software Reprogramming Procedure again.

 

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 # FAIL CODE LABOR TIME
CLARION AUDIO UNIT BLUETOOTH PAIRING UPDATE A031-148 ZQT-48 0.6

REMINDER:  SOA strongly discourages the printing and/or local storage of service information as previously released information and electronic publications may be updated at any time.

Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.


NUMBER: 15-186-15R
DATE: 09/08/15
REVISED: 02/19/20

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10171931

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10171931-0001.pdf

Loader Loading...
EAD Logo Taking too long?

Reload Reload document
| Open Open in new tab

Download [2.93 MB]


 

Bestseller No. 1
Micro Center SuperSpeed 2 Pack 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Gum Size Memory Stick Thumb Drive Data Storage Jump Drive (64G 2-Pack)
Micro Center SuperSpeed 2 Pack 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Gum Size Memory Stick Thumb Drive Data Storage Jump Drive (64G 2-Pack)
  • HIGH DATA TRANSFER SPEED USB 3.0 flash drive with read/write transfer speeds up to 70MB/s and 5MB/s respectively. Backward-compatible with USB 2.0 and transfer faster. Rear LED indicator lights while reading/writing
  • SLIM FIGURE YET LARGE STORAGE Gum size usb flash drive with 64GB capacity, meet your needs of daily use on work, school, home and travelling for photos, music, videos, files storage and transfer
  • PLUG AND PLAY Just plug the thumb drive then start data storage, backup and transfer between devices and locations. It supports Windows OS and compatible with PC, Laptop, TV, Car, Audio and etc
  • SLEEK AND PRACTICAL DESIGN The memory stick’s hard plastic cover prevents rough treatment. Multiple colors for easy clarify. Cap protects USB plug and the rear easily attached loop prevents lost
  • RELIABLE DATA STORAGE OPTION The Micro Center USB Flash Drive is constructed from quality components and strictly tested to offer well performance. Backed by 2 years warranty, giving you worry free use, a pen drive you can count on
$12.39
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
Bestseller No. 2
Memory Stick 1TB Thumb Drive Jump Drive 1TB USB Flash Drive 1TB Photo Stick(1TB)
Memory Stick 1TB Thumb Drive Jump Drive 1TB USB Flash Drive 1TB Photo Stick(1TB)
  • 【Aluminum Alloy Casing and Key Ring Design】The casing is made from aluminum alloy making the photo stick extremely durable and sturdy. And aluminum alloy has more excellent performance of heat dissipation and protection than plastic. Its stylish capless design means there’s no cap to lose.
  • 【 Super-Mini & Protable 】Memory stick for computer has light weight as small as lipstick key chain hole make the thumb drive easy to carry when you on trip.At a fraction of the size and weight of a Phone, it is the best companion for your Phone devices. Take it with you everywhere to instantly free up more space, letting you enjoy more content and have more freedom.
  • 【 Strong & Friendly 】You can use your device to stream movies and listen to pod-casts stored on the flash drive directly, saving valuable spaces on your devices.
  • 【 Please Note ❣ 】Computers are binary, and other devices are Decimal. So all 1TB jump drives may show a few GB less on the device, which is completely normal.
  • 【 24 Months Warranty 】We are always strive to provide the best products and service for our valuable customers,with impressive industry---leading 2 years warranty time. Welcome to contact us if you have any problem with our item.
$31.68
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
SaleBestseller No. 3
EASTFUN 5Pcs 8GB USB Flash Drive USB 2.0 Flash Memory Stick Thumb Stick Pen(Five Mixed Colors: Blue Purple Rose Green Gold)
EASTFUN 5Pcs 8GB USB Flash Drive USB 2.0 Flash Memory Stick Thumb Stick Pen(Five Mixed Colors: Blue Purple Rose Green Gold)
  • GREAT VALUE PACKAGE DEAL: 5 pack of 8GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive.
  • NO NEED TO INSTALL ANY SOFTWARE: just plug in and use it! windows 7 / Vista / XP / 2000 / ME / NT Linux and Mac OS, Compatible with USB2.0 and below.
  • GREAT FOR ALL AGES AND PURPOSES: suitable for digital data storing, transferring and sharing in school, in family, to friends, to clients, to machines. Apply to data storage of music, photos, movies,
  • with competitive price usb drive pack, new portable storage device, keep your digital world in your pocket in our smallest package.
  • We promise that any problem about the product with in 18-month warranty and friendly customer service.
$12.98
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
SaleBestseller No. 4
Samsung BAR Plus USB 3.1 Flash Drive 128GB - 300MB/s (MUF-128BE3/AM) - Champagne Silver
Samsung BAR Plus USB 3.1 Flash Drive 128GB - 300MB/s (MUF-128BE3/AM) - Champagne Silver
  • COMPACT FLASH DRIVE: Exceptionally compact Samsung FIT Plus USB flash drive for instant storage of your photos, videos, music, and files on laptops, tablets, TV’s, car audio systems, gaming consoles and more
  • QUICK AND CONVENIENT READ SPEEDS: Redefine everyday file transfers with read speeds up to 300MB/s; USB 3.1 flash drive with backwards compatibility (USB 3.0, USB 2.0)
  • SEAMLESS FITTING RUGGED DESIGN: The seamless fit features a rugged metal casing for durability with key ring to prevent loss
  • BUILT TO LAST RELIABILITY: Shock proof flash drive is also water proof, temperature proof, x-ray proof and magnetic proof
  • 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: 5-year limited warranty
$19.99
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
SaleBestseller No. 5
SanDisk 128GB Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive - SDCZ48-128G-U46
SanDisk 128GB Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive - SDCZ48-128G-U46
  • Super-fast transfer speeds with up to 100MB/Sec
  • Enabled for USB 3.0, this fast drive lets you transfer and store large files up to ten times faster than USB 2.0 drives.USB 3.0 enabled (backward compatible with USB 2.0)
  • Includes Rescue PRO Deluxe file recovery software (one-year subscription offer)
  • System ram type: ddr3_sdram
$17.70
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
SaleBestseller No. 6
SanDisk 256GB Cruzer USB 2.0 Flash Drive - SDCZ36-256G-B35
SanDisk 256GB Cruzer USB 2.0 Flash Drive - SDCZ36-256G-B35
  • Take it all with you on reliable USB flash drives
  • Transfer with confidence when moving images and other files from PC to PC or other consumer electronic devices
  • Ideal for video - the easy way to store, share and play your favorite video files
  • Trust the minds behind flash memory to keep your files safe and secure with a two-year limited manufacturer warranty [visit official SanDisk website for warranty details]
  • Available in capacities up to 256GB [1GB = 1 billion bytes - Some capacity not available for data storage]
$32.99
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
Bestseller No. 7
SanDisk 128GB Cruzer Glide USB 2.0 Flash Drive - SDCZ60-128G-B35
SanDisk 128GB Cruzer Glide USB 2.0 Flash Drive - SDCZ60-128G-B35
  • Reliable storage for photos, videos, music and other files
  • Available in capacities from 8GB to 256GB (1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes - Actual user storage less)
  • Transfer with confidence when moving images and other content
  • Retractable design keeps the connector safe
  • SanDisk SecureAcces software with 128-bit AES encryption and password protection(1)
$15.65
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
SaleBestseller No. 8
Kingston Digital 32GB Data Traveler 3.0 USB Flash Drive, Red (DTIG4/32GBET), White/Red
Kingston Digital 32GB Data Traveler 3.0 USB Flash Drive, Red (DTIG4/32GBET), White/Red
  • Compliant - with USB 3.0 specifications
  • Dual Compatibility - USB 3.0 connectivity; backwards compatible with USB 2.0
  • Practical - cap protects the USB plug
  • Backed by a five-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability
$4.99
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
Bestseller No. 9
USB Flash Drive Photo Stick WIVIC USB 3.0 Memory Stick Compatible iPhone Picture Stick Mobile Compatible with iPhone Android Backup Drive OTG Smart Phone Memory Stick Storage iPad 128GB Pink
USB Flash Drive Photo Stick WIVIC USB 3.0 Memory Stick Compatible iPhone Picture Stick Mobile Compatible with iPhone Android Backup Drive OTG Smart Phone Memory Stick Storage iPad 128GB Pink
  • 【4-in-1 Multiport for more device】Photo Stick for iPhone Flash Drive with 4 ports:IOS,micro USB,type-c 3.0 & USB 3.0;photostick ios Flash Drives is easy to transfer files,music,pictures,videos between OTG Smart Phone Memory Stick iPAD External Storage and iphone,ipad,tablet and most PC,laptops,MAC Book.iOS Flash Drives USB 3.0 Flash iPhone Drive Android Adapter Expansion iphone storage drive
  • 【True Memory & Stable/Faster】Photo Stick iPhone Flash Drive Backup drive with quality chips and real full capacity iphone drive Memory Stick,all your files transfer to External Storage USB 3.0 Flash iPhone Drive can stable in tranfering and watching ,checking anytime.Photostick mobile for iPhone Flash Drive ios Flash Drives for iPhone photo stick backup drive iflash usb drive for iphone OTG Smart Phone Memory Stick
  • 【Intelligent APP & Easy use】Once Plugging in device,install APP: "LUV-Share" ;Photostick mobile for iphone photo stick easy transfer/ backup/copy files between iPhone Flash Drive and device.ios Flash Drives Touch ID Encryption Jump Drive Thumb Drive Pen can Share document/Photo to the social media directly.(Facebook,twitter and so on).USB 3.0 iflash usb drive for iPhone Drive photostick mobile for iPhone storage drive ios flash drive
  • 【Security & Protect Pricacy】Photo stick mobile for iphone usb flash drive supports Touch ID/password encryption which protects your data safe on "LUV-Share" (ios Flash Drives).photo stick for iphone memory stick with certified chip by Apple,click Touch ID and Password on setting to secure your whole storage files on iOS Flash Drives for iPhone, or Lock selected files with password.ipad External Storage
  • 【GIFT BOX PACKING & SPECIAL DESIGN】The 360° rotating metal clip can avoid lossing of the flash drive's cap, and providing efficient protection to the USB port. The capless design of thumb drive is more elegant and durable, it is ideal for your families, loves, students, workmates or clients
$38.98
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping
Bestseller No. 10
USB Flash Drive 2.0 High Speed USB Memory 2TB Stick Drives Memory Stick Data Storage for PC Laptop Computers Tablet (2TB,Black)
USB Flash Drive 2.0 High Speed USB Memory 2TB Stick Drives Memory Stick Data Storage for PC Laptop Computers Tablet (2TB,Black)
  • Transfer to drive up to 15 times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives
  • Transfer high-speed writing / reading, save and save all your photos, videos, movies and music via USB port.
  • Support all current computer systems.
  • Best gift for various festivals and your Friends and family.
  • Provide 30 days of return and warranty service, no worries when buying. At the same time, we provide 24-hour customer service email support. If you have any questions about the product, we will give you a satisfactory answer
$29.10
Buy on Amazon Price incl. tax, excl. shipping

Last update on 2021-01-25 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

Last update on 2021-01-25 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

Share
Tweet
Email
Pinterest
Linkedin
Stumble
Reddit
Prev Article
Next Article

Related Articles

Film Residue Removal from Underside of Front Seat Cushion Covers – 2010 and Later Subaru Legacy & Outback
NUMBER: 12-164-14 DATE: 02/24/14   APPLICABILITY: 2010MY and later Legacy …
Repair Tips oemdtc May 22, 2016 No Comments

Film Residue Removal from Underside of Front Seat Cushion Covers – 2010 and Later Subaru Legacy & Outback

Oil Seepage Diagnosis and Repair Procedures – 2012-2013 Subaru Impreza
NUMBER: 02-130-12R DATE: 07/18/12 REVISED: 04/13/15 APPLICABILITY: 2012-2013MY Impreza with …
Repair Tips oemdtc May 24, 2016 No Comments

Oil Seepage Diagnosis and Repair Procedures – 2012-2013 Subaru Impreza

Hard Starting – 2013-2016 Subaru BRZ
NUMBER: 07-109-16 DATE: 05/24/16 APPLICABILITY: 2013-2016MY BRZ SUBJECT: Hard Starting …
Repair Tips oemdtc June 16, 2016 No Comments

Hard Starting – 2013-2016 Subaru BRZ

Warm Engine Tapping or Sewing Machine type Sound from Left Cylinder Head – 2012-2013 Subaru
NUMBER: 02-146-13R DATE: 10/07/13 REVISED: 02/05/15 APPLICABILITY: 2012-13MY Impreza 2.0L …
Repair Tips oemdtc May 24, 2016 No Comments

Warm Engine Tapping or Sewing Machine type Sound from Left Cylinder Head – 2012-2013 Subaru

2019 Subaru BRZ
NHTSA ID Number: 10161823 Manufacturer Communication Number: 09-69-19 Summary This bulletin provides …
Repair Tips oemdtc September 3, 2019 No Comments

Fuel Pulsation Damper- Service Procedure Revision – 2013-2019 Subaru BRZ

2020 Subaru Ascent
NHTSA ID Number: 10165497 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-103-16R Summary This bulletin has …
Repair Tips oemdtc October 19, 2019 No Comments

Transmission Fluid Seepage – 2012-2020 Subaru

About The Author

oemdtc

Tags:2014 2015 Audio Bluetooth Bluetooth Pairing Clarion Forester Pairing Reprogramming Subaru

30 Comments

  1. Brede

    I have a Subaru Impreza 2011 with the CZ424L1 head unit with software version «M 272608V071»
    Would this firmware update work for me? Or do i need something else?

    August 5, 2019
    • oemdtc

      I don’t think so.

      August 5, 2019
      • Brede

        I have looked everywhere i can. But i cant seem to find an update for my HU. But i have the exact same bluetooth issue.

        August 6, 2019
  2. Rickus

    Hi

    I have a 2011 Forester. HU number is CP 225K1, for which I find no info whatsoever. My BT connection keeps on dropping for no reason.

    My firmware version is M 272608V071. The closest thing I could find is the 470-2725-11-V074_MainMicom-USA.mot, but it seems that version is a little different (M 272511V074).

    Is it advisable to use this update? I scared I turn the thing into a brick.

    July 19, 2019
    • Rickus

      So I did the update.

      The good news is the BT issues seem to be sorted.

      The bad news is, seeing that the firmware is for left-hand drive USA models, my right hand drive unit’s controls are now the other way round… Tuner is now On/Off, volume is tuner… >_<

      July 19, 2019
  3. Bryan

    Would it be possible to also post a link to a copy of 47034605v087_MainMicom-USA-ML.mot ? I have the CF625UM head unit.

    January 29, 2019
    • oemdtc

      I have 470347605v087_MainMicom-USA-ML.exe

      470347605v087_MainMicom-USA-ML.exe

      January 30, 2019
  4. Kate M

    What would far more useful if Subaru puts out a firmware upgrade to support .OGG/Vorbis and .FLAC and WMA lossless that is found on Tesla, Honda, all Boeing passenger aircraft and Nissan, Opal and Mercedes. So do most of the Chinese car manufacturers. So does Apple and Android.

    What is infuriating is that Clarion (who is Subaru’s OEM ) offers this out of the gate with the NX706. It as if Subaru deliberately crippled the entertainment system playing from USB. Even the manual refers to WMA, but skips over which of the three variants of WMA work.

    Disfigures an otherwise excellent car and makes it third rate rather than a simple, royalty free couple of CODECS being added in (that Clarion already has in its libraries).

    January 22, 2019
  5. Nikki

    Why isn’t there a recall on this bluetooth pairing problem for 2014-2015 Subaru Foresters? It seems that it is a common problem for lots of peoplel.

    September 7, 2018
    • oemdtc

      Recalls are usually safety related.

      September 7, 2018
    • Nikki Madison

      I have a 2015 Subaru Forester, I purchased new. I have a CF605UL and I checked it to see what the software version was. It came back as 604. This means it needs an exchange unit from Clarion according to what I have read. I have taken car to Subaru dealer and they want 1500.00 to replace head unit. The blue tooth has not worked correctly since I bought vehicle, but I didn’t realize it at the time. Now, I am 3 months past my warranty so no one will make good on this. How do I rectify this situation? It seems like a similar problem with many 2015 Foresters.

      September 12, 2018
  6. Chris Dawson

    I’m hoping someone can help here. I also have the CF225KM Forester 2014 radio with software version M347704V081, and I have the exact same issue with the display showing BT-A PLEASE WAIT. Bluetooth on this thing just won’t work. I’ve tried disconnecting my car battery to reset it (for up to an hour) but this doesn’t fix. Does anyone have a firmware update for this head unit that I could try to install? I’ve taken my car to two Subaru dealerships and they’ve been unable to assist. Could we get in touch via email, oemdtc? ?

    July 8, 2018
    • oemdtc

      I don’t have an update for that radio.

      July 8, 2018
    • XCrandon

      I have the same unit in my 2014 Forester (Singapore) – did you ever find a solution or a firmware update?

      August 10, 2019
  7. meska

    Hi,
    got the CF425ML with M 347704V081, is there an upgrade for this, today got stuck in BT PLEASE WAIT…

    June 21, 2018
  8. Yagiz Yilmaz

    I have bluetooth connection issue with my 2014 forester, it has a CF446LH base head unit. I could not find any info about this code. Can you find a software for it?
    Thanks in advance.

    June 7, 2018
  9. Bobby Hurley

    Hello, trying to locate firmware update for CF625UM, the link in this article is no longer valid. Thank you in advance.

    June 1, 2018
    • oemdtc

      you have to sign up to subaru techinfo for the link to work.

      June 1, 2018
  10. Greg

    Thank you. Was hoping not to go that route as I am sure there will be a significant charge for a unit that doesn’t work. The updated software won’t work? Again… Thank you.

    April 19, 2018
  11. Greg

    My 4,5,6 digits are 605. The article mentioned an exchange. Did not see a form. How would an exchange work?

    April 18, 2018
    • oemdtc

      You will have to go to the dealer.

      April 18, 2018
  12. Shannon

    I have a Subaru Forester 2014 with a CF255KM head unit. Would the firmware work for me? if not, does anyone have access to the firmware that would?
    Thanks, Shannon

    February 1, 2018
    • oemdtc

      I can probably get you the file in a couple of days.

      February 2, 2018
      • oemdtc

        Maybe you have a bad radio.

        February 4, 2018
  13. tom

    http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f77/2014-forester-upgrading-clarion-cf625um-firmware-653297/

    January 18, 2018
  14. ky

    i need the file too

    January 17, 2018
  15. Amanda

    I would also love access to the file since my bluetooth is no longer working with my car and driving me crazy. Thanks!

    January 12, 2018
  16. Joey Roa

    The site to download the file is no longer working. Is there a different way to get the 470347505v087_MainMicom-USA-H.mot file?

    Thanks

    January 2, 2018
    • oemdtc

      470347505v087_MainMicom-USA-H

      January 2, 2018
      • Barbara Vandenbush

        My Subaru dealer just tried installing this version today, but instead of “505” it came back “605” My Clarion unit is CF646UH in a 2015 Forester.

        August 21, 2018

Leave a Reply

Cancel reply

CAPTCHA
Refresh

*

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Search

Categories

Amazon Affiliate WordPress Plugin - Automatic Product Boxes and Bestseller-Lists for your blog

Archives

Newsletter

Subaru

Subaru Recalls, Diagnostic & Repair Tips

File a Vehicle Safety Complaint with NHTSA


https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/


Subaru VIN Decoder


https://vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov/decoder/Decoder
 
OEMDTC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • About
Copyright © 2021 Subaru
Theme by MyThemeShop.com

Ad Blocker Detected

Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors. Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker.

Refresh