Genuine Battery Replacement – 2020-2023 Subaru

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Bulletin Number: 07-213-22R; Revised: 08/10/23 Page 1 of 4 SERVICE BULLETIN Continued… CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS. Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They 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 this Service Bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. Subaru of America, Inc. is ISO 14001 Compliant 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. NUMBER: 07-213-22R DATE: 11/16/22 REVISED: 08/10/23 APPLICABILITY: 2020-23MY Legacy & Outback 2023MY Ascent SUBJECT: Genuine Battery Replacement INTRODUCTION: This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified. The new replacement battery (SOA821B900) has higher capacity but is also slightly larger dimensionally. When replacing an original equipped battery (SOA821B700) with the new SOA821B900, additional parts will be required to ensure proper positioning and secure retention. Please refer to work procedures outlined below. PART INFORMATION: REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired. Part Description Part Number Battery SOA821B900 Part Description Part Number TRAY-BATTERY 821190AN000 ROD-BATTERY FIX 82161SJ000* HOLDER-BATTERY FIX 82184SG000 * The original rod nut must be retained for reuse. IMPORTANT NOTE: All the parts listed above must be ordered through PRIME. SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION: Please review the battery identification, charging, and testing information provided in Service Bulletin 07-178-21 prior to performing any battery testing and/or charging. ALWAYS confirm the Midtronics equipment being used has the latest software available. IMPORTANT: The original battery holder, battery tray, and rear holding rod are to be returned to the customer. ATTENTION: GENERAL MANAGER q PARTS MANAGER q CLAIMS PERSONNEL q SERVICE MANAGER q IMPORTANT – All Service Personnel Should Read and Initial in the boxes provided, right. ©2022 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Bulletin Number: 07-213-22R; Revised: 08/10/23 Page 2 of 4 Continued… STEP 1: Refer to the applicable Service Manual and review: General Description > Repair Contents > Action required before & after Battery Disconnect. Additionally, record any stored seat position(s) before proceeding. Relearn any seat position memory after work is complete. If the power rear gate (PRG) height has been customized, that position must also be noted and relearned. STEP 2: Remove the battery as per the applicable Service Manual: Engine > STARTING/ CHARGING SYSTEMS > Battery > Removal. STEP 3: Replace the original battery tray with the new part (p.n. 82190AN000). STEP 4: Install the original battery cover to the new replacement battery. Confirm the bottom of the cover is aligned flush with the bottom of the battery. Bulletin Number: 07-213-22R; Revised: 08/10/23 Page 3 of 4 Continued… STEP 5: Assemble the new battery holder (p.n. 82184SG000), NEW rear holding rod (p.n. 82161SJ000), and the ORIGINAL front holding rod as shown below. The original rod nut can be transferred to the new rear holding rod. IMPORTANT: DO NOT discard the original holder and rear rod. These parts are to be returned to the customer. STEP 6: Install the battery as per the applicable Service Manual: Engine > STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS > Battery > Installation STEP 7: Install the battery holder and holding rods on to the battery. A. Torque the two holding rod mounting nuts to 3.5 N·m (2.6ft-lbs. or 31inch-lbs.). B. Torque the positive terminal to 6 N·m (4.4ft-lbs. or 53inch-lbs.). C. Torque the negative terminal to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.). D. If the battery sensor is removed or disconnected torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inchlbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTSEMS > Battery Sensor. CRITICAL: Confirm the battery holder is center mounted with the battery cables secured and routed correctly. Bulletin Number: 07-213-22R; Revised: 08/10/23 Page 4 of 4 WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION: For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information: Legacy & Outback Labor Description Labor Operation # Labor Time Fail Code START-STOP BATTERY TEST & REPLACE B800-002 0.5 FFF-42 ADD TIME; MOUNTING HARDWARE R&R C800-055 0.2 Ascent Labor Description Labor Operation # Labor Time Fail Code ENHANCED FLOODED BATTERY TEST & REPLACE B800-103 0.5 FFI-42 ADD TIME; MOUNTING HARDWARE R&R C800-055 0.2 NOTE: A valid battery test code or an authorization with reason Leaking/cracked battery will be required for Claim submission. 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