NHTSA ID Number: 10234264
Manufacturer Communication Number: 168512R
Summary
CVT Secondary Pressure Sensor Diagnostics
NUMBER: 16-85-12R
DATE: 11/26/12
REVISED: 12/12/12
| APPLICABILITY: | 2010-2012MY Legacy and Outback Models with CVT |
| SUBJECT: | CVT Secondary Pressure Sensor Diagnostics |
INTRODUCTION
This Bulletin provides an inspection and diagnosis method for the CVT’s secondary pressure sensor which if failed, could create a customer concern of a squealing-type sound during light throttle application. The Service Manual will be revised in the future with this information.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
- Road test the vehicle to confirm the condition and bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature.
- Turn off the ignition and allow the vehicle to sit at least 10 minutes while preparing the SSMIII and gaining access to the Transmission Control Module (TCM
) main wiring harness connector. This will allow the secondary pressure sensor sufficient time to fully drain off any residual fluid pressure. - After connecting the SSMIII, confirm the CVT’s fluid temperature is between 10° and 80°C (50°- 176°F). NOTE: DO NOT start the engine at any time while performing the following voltage checks.
- Perform the following voltage checks on the TCM connector, B54:
- With the ignition switch on and engine off, check the voltage between pin #2 (power supply) and #15 (ground). Specified value is 8v to 5.2v. If the voltages are outside of the specified range, the TCM is damaged along with the pulley surfaces of the CVT due to chain slippage. Replace both the TCM and the CVT assembly.
- With the ignition switch on and engine off, check the voltage between pin #2 (power supply) and #15 (ground). Specified value is 8v to 5.2v. If the voltages are outside of the specified range, the TCM
IMPORTANT: Although both the TCM and CVT assembly may need to be replaced, the testing outlined in steps 2 and 3 below MUST be completed and your results recorded.
- With the ignition switch on and engine off, check the voltage between pin #17 (pressure sensor output voltage) and #15 (ground). Specified value is 45v to 0.55v. If the voltages are outside of the specified range, the secondary pressure sensor is damaged along with the pulley surfaces of the CVT due to chain slippage. Replace the CVT assembly.
- IMPORTANT: Before ordering a new TCM and / or CVT, perform these same voltage checks at the secondary pressure sensor connector (AT6) and (if necessary), the main transmission harness connectors (T4 and B11). Ruling out wiring issues will prevent repeat or unnecessary component replacements.
REMINDER: Whenever replacing the CVT assembly, TCM, control valve body or servicing the CVT fluid, the Learning Control procedure must be completed.
6 Affected Products
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1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 16-85-12R
DATE: 11/26/12
REVISED: 12/12/12
MC-10234264-9999.pdf 508.705KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10234263
Manufacturer Communication Number: 168512
Summary
CVT Secondary Pressure Sensor Diagnostics
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 16-85-12
DATE: 11/26/12
MC-10234263-9999.pdf 506.603KB
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Bulletin Number: 16-85-12; Date: 12/12/12 Page 1 INTRODUCTION This Bulletin provides an inspection and diagnosis method for the CVT’s secondary pressure sensor which if failed, could create a customer concern of a squealing-type sound during light throttle application. The Service Manual will be revised in the future with this information. SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION • Road test the vehicle to confirm the condition and bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature. • Turn off the ignition and allow the vehicle to sit at least 10 minutes while preparing the SSMIII and gaining access to the Transmission Control Module (TCM) main wiring harness connector. This will allow the secondary pressure sensor sufficient time to fully drain off any residual fluid pressure. • After connecting the SSMIII, confirm the CVT’s fluid temperature is between 10° and 80°C (50°- 176°F). NOTE: DO NOT start the engine at any time while performing the following voltage checks. • Perform the following voltage checks on the TCM connector, B54: 1. With the ignition switch on and engine off, check the voltage between pin #2 (power supply) and #15 (ground). Specified value is 4.8v to 5.2v. If the voltages are outside of the specified range, the TCM is damaged along with the pulley surfaces of the CVT due to chain slippage. Replace both the TCM and the CVT assembly. IMPORTANT: Although both the TCM and CVT assembly may need to be replaced, the testing outlined in steps 2 and 3 below MUST be completed and your results recorded. NUMBER: 16-85-12R DATE: 11/26/12 REVISED: 12/12/12 APPLICABILITY: 2010-2012MY Legacy and Outback Models with CVT SUBJECT: CVT Secondary Pressure Sensor Diagnostics SERVICE BULLETIN 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. 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” 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. Bulletin Number: 16-85-12; Date: 12/12/12 Page 2 2. With the ignition switch on and engine off, check the voltage between pin #17 (pressure sensor output voltage) and #15 (ground). Specified value is 0.45v to 0.55v. If the voltages are outside of the specified range, the secondary pressure sensor is damaged along with the pulley surfaces of the CVT due to chain slippage. Replace the CVT assembly. 3. IMPORTANT: Before ordering a new TCM and / or CVT, perform these same voltage checks at the secondary pressure sensor connector (AT6) and (if necessary), the main transmission harness connectors (T4 and B11). Ruling out wiring issues will prevent repeat or unnecessary component replacements. REMINDER: Whenever replacing the CVT assembly, TCM, control valve body or servicing the CVT fluid, the Learning Control procedure must be completed. WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be claimed using the following information: LABOR DESCRIPTION LABOR OPERATION # FAIL CODE LABOR TIME Remanufactured Transaxle R&R, CVT B139-301 TMA-25 4.9 TCM R&R C303-100 0.2 AT6 AT6 AT6 B54 / TCM ATF Temp between 10° and 80°C (50°- 176°F) Step 1: Power Supply Key On • 4.97V Step 2: Signal Key On • 0.67V
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