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NHTSA ID Number: 10241837
Manufacturer Communication Number: 07-202-23
Summary
This bulletin announces the design changes to the headlights.
NUMBER: 07-202-23
DATE: 08/15/23
| APPLICABILITY: | 2019-21MY Forester |
| SUBJECT: | Headlight Water Intrusion / Design Changes |
INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces the design changes to the headlights. The new assemblies are fitted with an extended flange on the housing along with an increased amount of adhesive added to provide optimum sealing. These changes reduce the chance of moisture entering the headlights. The headlight(s) should be replaced if water intrusion is found.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The production change information for Forester is TBD.
PART INFORMATION:
EXTENDED HOUSING FLANGE
REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired.
| Part Description | Part Number |
| LAMP ASSEMBLY-HEAD LEFT | 84001SJ071 |
| 84002SJ171 | |
| 84002SJ471 | |
| 84913SJ271 | |
| 84913SJ071 | |
| LAMP ASSEMBLY-HEAD RIGHT | 84001SJ061 |
| 84002SJ161 | |
| 84002SJ461 | |
| 84913SJ261 | |
| 84913SJ061 |
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
Determine water intrusion is present and not a fogging situation. TSB 07-59-07R provides information on headlamp fogging. Confirm the headlamp(s) water intrusion is not a result of outside influence, such as physical damage, modification, etc.
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.
The service procedures for headlight replacement remain unchanged. Always refer to the applicable Service Manual and review the full requirements of the repair being performed. The Service Manual procedures contain information critical to performing an effective repair the first time, every time. This includes but is not limited to important SAFETY precautions, proper inspection criteria, necessary special tools, required processes and related one-time-use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair.
Refer to STIS: Body & Electrical/WIRING SYSTEMS > LIGHTING SYSTEM > Headlight Assembly
IMPORTANT NOTE: Whenever reconnecting the ground cable terminal to the battery sensor, torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTSEMS > Battery Sensor.
3 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| SUBARU | FORESTER | 2019-2021 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 07-202-23
DATE: 08/15/23
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10241837
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Bulletin Number: 07-202-23; Date: 08/15/23 Page 1 of 3 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: 07-202-23 DATE: 08/15/23 APPLICABILITY: 2019-21MY Forester SUBJECT: Headlight Water Intrusion / Design Changes INTRODUCTION: This bulletin announces the design changes to the headlights. The new assemblies are fitted with an extended flange on the housing along with an increased amount of adhesive added to provide optimum sealing. These changes reduce the chance of moisture entering the headlights. The headlight(s) should be replaced if water intrusion is found. PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION: The production change information for Forester is TBD. PART INFORMATION: EXTENDED HOUSING FLANGE 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. ©2023 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Bulletin Number: 07-202-23; Date: 08/15/23 Page 2 of 3 Continued… REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired. Part Description Part Number LAMP ASSEMBLY-HEAD LEFT 84001SJ071 84002SJ171 84002SJ471 84913SJ271 84913SJ071 LAMP ASSEMBLY-HEAD RIGHT 84001SJ061 84002SJ161 84002SJ461 84913SJ261 84913SJ061 SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION: REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs. Determine water intrusion is present and not a fogging situation. TSB 07-59-07R provides information on headlamp fogging. Confirm the headlamp(s) water intrusion is not a result of outside influence, such as physical damage, modification, etc. 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. The service procedures for headlight replacement remain unchanged. Always refer to the applicable Service Manual and review the full requirements of the repair being performed. The Service Manual procedures contain information critical to performing an effective repair the first time, every time. This includes but is not limited to important SAFETY precautions, proper inspection criteria, necessary special tools, required processes and related one-time-use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair. Refer to STIS: Body & Electrical/WIRING SYSTEMS > LIGHTING SYSTEM > Headlight Assembly Bulletin Number: 07-202-23; Date: 08/15/23 Page 3 of 3 IMPORTANT NOTE: Whenever reconnecting the ground cable terminal to the battery sensor, torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTSEMS > Battery Sensor. WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION: For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information: Labor Description Labor Operation # Labor Time Fail Code ONE FRONTCOMBINATION LAMP BODY/LENS R&R A916-111 0.4 XBW29 BOTH FRONT COMBINATION LAMP BODIES/LENS R&R A916-114 0.5 IMPORTANT REMINDERS: • 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 check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing. • Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.
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