TIPS1221 - 2021 December TechTIPS Newsletter

NHTSA ID Number: 10207177

Manufacturer Communication Number: QMR of the Month

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Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newsletter. (QMR of the month)

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(00) STIS New Releases…………………………..10-11
(01) QMR of the Month………………………………..1-2
(01) QMR of the Month Award
Presentations………………………………………… 2
(01) The Winning Team of the 2021NTXAD Tech .
Competition!…………………………………………. 3
(05) TPMS Sensor Installation……………………….. 4
(07) Lane Keep Assist Inoperative, Even When .
Set To “ON”…………………………………………… 5
(15) 2022 BRZ Auto-Dimming Homelink Mirror .
Inoperative……………………………………………. 6
(15) DTC P0116 Setting with Engine Block
Heater Use…………………………………………….. 7

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December 2021 TechTIPS Page 1 of 11 Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newsletter ©2021 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved. 01 QMR of the Month We are pleased to announce this month’s QMR of the Month Winner: Yeong Tam from Star Subaru in Bayside, NY October’s QMR of the Month outlined the diagnosis and repair of a 2021MY Ascent with a customer concern of the Blind Spot Detection system not working. Once Yeong verified the condition, he began his diagnosis by scanning the vehicle and finding DTC B2301, a rear radar circuit code for the left side. He also noted the left-hand blind spot indicator light on the side view mirror was inoperative, but the right side operated normally. After swapping the indicators left to right to rule out a part failure, Yeong proceeded to diagnose the DTC as per the trouble tree. No other DTCs were stored. He removed the LH door panel and disconnected connector D5 to the outer mirror. Using the split-half technique to track down what appeared to be an open circuit, a continuity check between connector R466 pin 55 and R25 pin 4 confirmed it. Yeong proceeded to remove rear bumper to isolate and repair the wiring as needed. He was able to recreate the open by wiggle-testing the left rear harness where it was chafing against the LH blind spot unit’s mounting bracket. After repairing the wiring, the DTC cleared normally, the warning lamp in the combination meter went out and both the mirror indicators operated normally on his post-repair road test. Yeong’s report which he submitted via TechShare™ included all his test results, related photos and even a movie file documenting his repair. In appreciation for going the extra mile and sharing his experience with us, Yeong will be receiving the following from his Field Service Engineer: $500.00 Snap-On gift card SUBARU TECHLINE HOLIDAYS & HOURS OF OPERATION Mon. – Thurs. 8:30AM – 7:30PM EST Friday 10:30AM – 5:00PM EST Saturday 9:00AM – 3:00PM EST Articles Contained in this Issue Click on a title below to jump to the article. Click the date located in the footer to return to page 1. CODE ARTICLE………………………………………………………….PAGE (00) STIS New Releases…………………………..10-11 (01) QMR of the Month………………………………..1-2 (01) QMR of the Month Award Presentations………………………………………… 2 (01) The Winning Team of the 2021NTXAD Tech . Competition!…………………………………………. 3 (05) TPMS Sensor Installation……………………….. 4 (07) Lane Keep Assist Inoperative, Even When . Set To “ON”…………………………………………… 5 (15) 2022 BRZ Auto-Dimming Homelink Mirror . Inoperative……………………………………………. 6 (15) DTC P0116 Setting with Engine Block Heater Use…………………………………………….. 7 The Subaru TechTIPS newsletter is intended for use by professional Technicians ONLY. Articles are written to inform those Technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of the vehicle. Properly trained Technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do the job correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that your vehicle has or will have that condition. Impreza, Legacy, Justy, Loyale, Outback, Forester, Subaru SVX, WRX, WRX STI, Baja, Tribeca, BRZ, XV Crosstrek, Ascent, Crosstrek Hybrid and “Quality Driven” are Registered Trademarks. ISO 14001 is the international standard for excellence in Environmental Management Systems. Please recycle or dispose of automotive products in a manner that is friendly to our environment and in accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS. SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS ISO 14001 COMPLIANT Continued on the next page December 2021 home Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 2 of 11 01 QMR of the Month (CONTINUED) The other Regional winners selected from QMRs submitted during August 2021 were: • Scott Graham from Santa Cruz Subaru in Capitola, CA • Elijah Aubuchon from Huffine’s Subaru in Corinth in Corinth, TX • Marvin Joya from Sheehy Subaru of Fredericksburg in Fredericksburg, VA • Darin Richey from Colonial Subaru in Danbury, CT Any Subaru Technician can participate in the QMR of the Month program. See the February 2013 and January 2016 issues of Tech TIPS for full details. You just might see your name and photo in a future issue of Tech TIPS! 01 QMR of the Month Award Presentations As part of our “enhanced” QMR of the Month recognition program, we will include a photo (whenever available) of the recipient’s award presentation in TIPS. The winner selected from QMR of the Month submissions received during October 2021 was Yeong Tam, a Technician from Star Subaru in Bayside, NY. Yeong is shown above (left/center) after being presented with his $500.00 Snap-On Gift Card. To Yeong’s right is Star Subaru’s Service Manager Kevin Suh and to his left are Star’s Fixed Operations Director Alex Collao and Subaru Distributors Corporation Field Service Engineer Brian Gray. Congratulations and THANK YOU to our October 2021 QMR of the Month Award recipient! Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 3 of 11 01 The Winning Team of the 2021NTXAD Tech Competition! Judges from SOA Dallas ATC From left to right: Judge Seth McVea, FSTM, Lance Wood, Matthew Winger, competitors; coach, Doug Emery and Judge Michael Wedgeworth, FSTM. Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth, TX: A team of student automotive Technicians from the Technology Exploration Career Center East of the Lewisville Independent School District (ISD) took home a first-place finish in the North Texas Auto Dealers’ association (NTXAD) competition on Saturday, December 4 in the infield garage of the Speedway. The contest pitted 20+ teams of high school automotive students in a competition for tool and scholarship money. Subaru of America and two local Subaru retailers, Ewing Subaru of Plano and Five Star Subaru of Grapevine, sponsored teams from Career Center East and Ratteree Career and Development Center of the Irving ISD, respectively. Thanks to the Dallas ATC team of Michael Wedgeworth and Seth McVea for vehicles, scan tools, bugs, judging, technical and logistical support; the Dallas Zone Team of Tim Powers, Dave Adams, Elise Seoles and WingPui Yip for tons (literally tons: a Wilderness Outback on display, shirts and swag, too!) of support and their time. Last but not least a BIG Thank You to Casey Griffin and the Central Region for generous their financial support. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 4 of 11 01 One-Time Use Parts and other Service Manual Component Symbols When making repairs to any Subaru vehicle, it is critical to review the related service procedures in the applicable Service Manual for the component(s) being removed or replaced. Some of these components may be one-time use, meaning once they have been removed, they CANNOT be reinstalled and MUST be replaced. Always check the applicable Service Manual for any related one time use parts necessary and review those needs with your Parts Department personnel whenever performing repairs. To aid in this process, exploded views of components and locations can be found for each system in the applicable Service Manual – General Description/ Component section on STIS. This should serve as a reference when assessing component removal and repair, along with the removal/installation instructions provided. Component diagrams can be found under any of the major vehicle sections on STIS, (i.e. Engine, Suspension, Driveline/Axle, etc). Below is an example for clarity. Colored boxes have been added here to highlight sample component images as found in the General Description/ Component area(s) of the Service Manual. The colored boxes have been used only as a reference. IMPORTANT: ANY component marked with a black star  is one-time use. If removed or pressed off another component, this is considered used. Any component with a black circle is a selectable component and STIS will need be reviewed in order to make the necessary measurements to insure the proper size component is used during reassembly. Here is a quick reference to common symbols found in component diagrams. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 5 of 11 01 One-Time Use Parts and other Service Manual Component Symbols (CONTINUED) This information can be found under the Help tab at the top of the page of the applicable service manual on STIS. 05 TPMS Sensor Installation It has been brought to SOAs attention there is the possibility of installing newer style TPMS sensors incorrectly. If this happens, the sensor may not function as designed to read the rotational force during driving and wake up/communicate with the TPMS control module. This may result in intermittent DTCs and/or tire pressure values not displaying in the combination meter. When installing new sensors, it is imperative they are installed properly for the TPMS system to operate as intended. Refer to STIS for correct sensor orientation and installation procedures. Shown below is an incorrectly installed sensor for reference. Special thanks to Tom Jones & Brandon Bell at Hadwin-White Subaru for identifying this and correcting a very intermittent customer concern of a TPMS light. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 6 of 11 07 Lane Keep Assist Inoperative, Even When Set To “ON” If encountering a customer concern of the Lane Keep Assist is inoperative, even when activated, there may be an issue with the wiper circuit. Technicians faced with this concern identified Cancel Codes in the Eyesight System, i.e., 28, 50 & 51. Depending on model/year and vehicle setting status, if these Cancel Codes are found, inspection of the wiper circuit is recommended first. 19MY Ascent 20MY Legacy/ Outback In the case of this, 19MY Ascent, the Automatic Adjustment and Function Check by Driving in the Camera Adjustment Inspection would not complete. The adjustment made no changes while being monitored in the live data. This was caused by an ‘open circuit’ between the Wiper Switch and BIU. The BIU was unable to distinguish between a ‘switch opened’ and ‘open circuit’, therefore communicating ‘Hi’ with the Eyesight system. When this is received by the Eyesight system, it is interpreted as the wipers being active and will not run the Auto Adjustment procedure. To confirm this, Technicians should look at the Eyesight live data PID, Wiper SW (Front). If the PID is found ‘ON’ continuously, without wiper activation, suspect the wiper switch circuit to be open or shorted. For this 19MY Ascent, the circuit was open. Connector B280 at the BIU had a backed-out pin. Once properly seated in the connector, the system returned to normal operation. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 7 of 11 07 Lane Keep Assist Inoperative, Even When Set To “ON” (CONTINUED) 15 2022 BRZ Auto-Dimming Homelink Mirror Inoperative If a customer presents with a concern of the HomeLink feature being inoperative, the Technician should inspect the mirror harness prior to performing additional diagnostic procedures. When an incorrect harness is installed, the HomeLink icons will not illuminate properly when the corresponding buttons are pressed. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 8 of 11 15 2022 BRZ Auto-Dimming Homelink Mirror Inoperative (CONTINUED) Some early production kits were packaged with an incorrect harness. To ensure the correct kit was installed the Technician should inspect the production date of the kit. If the kit packaging is marked with June 30, 2021 or earlier, it is not the correct kit for this vehicle. If the kit has already been installed on the vehicle an incorrect harness can be identified by the lack of a blue wire in the connector or by the revision label reading “AAA”. The correct harness has the revision “AAC” and a blue wire visible at the connector. If you find the incorrect part installed, please order the replacement kit P.N. H501SCC000. 15 DTC P0116 Setting with Engine Block Heater Use When encountering a vehicle with DTC P0116, first verify if an engine block heater is installed. If no engine block heater is installed, please follow the applicable service manual on STIS. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 9 of 11 15 DTC P0116 Setting with Engine Block Heater Use (CONTINUED) If P0116 is set when using an engine block heater, this may be due to ECM logic. On earlier models at engine startup, the ECM monitors the engine coolant temperature against ambient temperature. Later models monitor both coolant temperature sensors against the engine oil temperature. If a predetermined temperature difference between the sensor is observed, P0116 may result. Refer to STIS for the applicable detecting criteria. The ECM is able to detect an engine block heater is in use ONLY IF the heater controls are in ON/AUTO mode. To help avoid this DTC, instruct the customer to have the HVAC in the ON/AUTO position at engine start-up. This will allow the warmed and cold coolant to combine and circulate, allowing the ECM to determine a block heater is in use, thus helping to mitigate the trigger of P0116. In addition, if the blower motor is in the ‘OFF’ position, the coolant will not circulate on startup and the temperature differential may become ‘out of range’ also resulting in a DTC. Refer to TSB 11-201-21 for additional information on ECM reprogramming. Additional reprogramming PAK files for more models will be released in the near future to counteract this DTC. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 10 of 11 00 STIS New Releases ITEM CODE ITEM TYPE TITLE CREATED DATE 16-132-20R Technical Service Bulletin Diagnostic Information for All… 6-Jan-22 WRJ-21R Subaru Product/Campaign Bulletin Left Front B-Pillar / Inspecti… 5-Jan-22 02-189-22 Technical Service Bulletin Oil Drain Plug / Design Change… 4-Jan-22 15-246-19R Technical Service Bulletin New Immobilizer Registration P… 4-Jan-22 F411SVC010 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX Rear Seat Cover 4-Jan-22 E231SSJ020 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY Forester – Hood Protect… 3-Jan-22 15-234-18R Technical Service Bulletin 2019 Audio/Navigation & Power … 3-Jan-22 15-272-20R Technical Service Bulletin 2021 Audio/Navigation & Power … 3-Jan-22 15-249-19R Technical Service Bulletin 2020 Audio/Navigation & Power … 3-Jan-22 E7210VC200 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – Trunk Spoiler 2-Jan-22 J101SVC100 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – Mud Flaps 2-Jan-22 F411SVC000 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – Seat Cover – Rear… 2-Jan-22 SOA567R300 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – Pet Rear Door Pro… 2-Jan-22 SG970VA000 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – STI Cherry Red Mi… 2-Jan-22 SG920VA040 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – STI Lateral Link … 2-Jan-22 SG930VA000 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – STI Brembo Brake … 2-Jan-22 L101SAN000 Accessory Installation Guide PORT INSTALLATION: 202-2022MY … 2-Jan-22 SG950VA030 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – STI Flexible Draw… 2-Jan-22 SG950VA020 Accessory Installation Guide STI Flexible Draw Stiffener Re… 2-Jan-22 SG920VA010 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – STI Flexible Draw… 2-Jan-22 C1010CC000 Accessory Installation Guide PORT INSTALLATION: 2022MY BRZ … 2-Jan-22 SG920VA000 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY WRX – STI Flexible Draw… 2-Jan-22 H4510SJ000 Accessory Installation Guide PORT INSTALLATION: 2022MY Fore… 2-Jan-22 F551SSJ200 Accessory Installation Guide PORT INSTALLATION: 2022MY Fore… 2-Jan-22 15-283-21 Technical Service Bulletin 2022 Audio/Navigation & Power … 2-Jan-22 TIPS_SE_Dec2021 TechTIPS NewsLetter Transfer Clutch System Diagnos… 31-Dec-21 SOA567B051 Accessory Installation Guide Thule Bike Carrier – Hitch Mou… 31-Dec-21 15-251-19R Technical Service Bulletin DTC B2A16 29-Dec-21 15-289-21 Technical Service Bulletin Subaru STARLINK® Owner’s Manua… 28-Dec-21 12-232-21 Technical Service Bulletin Trailer Hitch Fascia Panel Tem… 28-Dec-21 E515SSJ200 Accessory Installation Guide 2022MY Forester Wilderness Edi… 28-Dec-21 SOA567B041 Accessory Installation Guide Thule Bike Carrier – Hitch Mou… 21-Dec-21 SG990VA010 Accessory Installation Guide 2015-2021MY WRX and WRX STI Tr… 21-Dec-21 05-88-21 Technical Service Bulletin Front Stabilizer Bushing- Desi… 21-Dec-21 15-240-19R Technical Service Bulletin New Harman Audio Amplifiers 15-Dec-21 WRG-21R Subaru Product/Campaign Bulletin Fuel Pump Impeller Failure 9-Dec-21 All revised publications are highlighted in yellow. Continued on the next page December 2021 TechTIPS Page 11 of 11 *** Now you can e-mail your TechTIPS input and suggestions to: tech@subaru.com *** SUBARU TECHLINE Monday – Thursday 8:30 am to 7:30 pm Hours of Operation Friday 10:30 am to 5 pm and Saturday 9 am to 3 pm This is your chance to offer suggestions for use in future issues of TechTIPS! Make sure that if you e-mail us, you place in the subject line of your e-mail “For TechTIPS Newsletter”. Thank you! Model: Year: VIN: Description of situation encountered: Your suggestion for repair procedure, product improvements, etc.: Please attach separate sheets, if necessary. You may also want to include Service Manual diagrams or references, or your own drawings to assist in describing your suggestion. All information submitted becomes the property of Subaru of America, Inc. Permission is granted to Subaru of America, Inc. to print your name and suggestions in TechTIPS and other Subaru of America, Inc. publications. Mail items to: PO Box 9103; Camden, NJ 08101-9877. Your Name: Signature: Dealer’s Name: City: Date: Dealer Code: