NHTSA ID Number: 10249592
Manufacturer Communication Number: 18-233-23
Summary
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional information regarding the 360 Surround Multiview Monitor on Ascent models.
NUMBER: 18-233-23
DATE: 01/03/23
| APPLICABILITY: | 2023 Ascent |
| SUBJECT: | Service Manual Correction / 360 Surround Multiview Monitor |
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional information regarding the 360 Surround Multiview Monitor on Ascent models. There will be multiple corrections in the following areas:
- Diagnostic Trouble Code list.
- Additional work procedures are required when replacing the Multiview Control Module.
- Correction and addition of reference images displayed during Multiview Monitor malfunction.
Review the information outlined in this bulletin prior to proceeding with any Multiview Monitor diagnostic procedures.
CORRECTION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE LIST:
| DTC | DESCRIPTION & TROUBLE PART | CONTENT | |
| DELETE | B2D02 | SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (POWER) | – |
| DELETE | B2D05 | SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (IMAGE) | – |
| ADD | B2D0A | LEFT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (POWER) | Same as B2D02 |
| ADD | B2D0B | RIGHT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (POWER) | Same as B2D02 |
| ADD | B2D0C | LEFT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (IMAGE) | Same as B2D05 |
| ADD | B2D0D | RIGHT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (IMAGE) | Same as B2D05 |
| ADD | B2D11 | Uncalibrated Camera | The steps are shown below |
ADDITIONAL WORK PROCEDURES REQUIRED WHEN REPLACING THE MUTIVIEW CONTROL MODULE.
Refer to the Information In PDF below…
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
SUBARU | ASCENT | 2023 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 18-233-23
DATE: 01/03/23
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NUMBER: 18-233-23
DATE: 01/03/23
APPLICABILITY: 2023 Ascent
SUBJECT: Service Manual Correction / 360 Surround
Multiview Monitor
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional information regarding the 360 Surround
Multiview Monitor on Ascent models. There will be multiple corrections in the following areas:
1. Diagnostic Trouble Code list.
2. Additional work procedures are required when replacing the Multiview Control Module.
3. Correction and addition of reference images displayed during Multiview Monitor malfunction.
Review the information outlined in this bulletin prior to proceeding with any Multiview Monitor
diagnostic procedures.
CORRECTION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE LIST:
DTC DESCRIPTION & TROUBLE PART CONTENT
DELETE B2D02 SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (POWER) –
DELETE B2D05 SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE (IMAGE) –
ADD B2D0A
LEFT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE
(POWER)
Same as B2D02
ADD B2D0B
RIGHT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE
(POWER)
Same as B2D02
ADD B2D0C
LEFT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE
(IMAGE)
Same as B2D05
ADD B2D0D
RIGHT SIDE CAMERA WIRING HARNESS OPEN CIRCUIT OR TROUBLE
(IMAGE)
Same as B2D05
ADD B2D11 Uncalibrated Camera
The steps are shown
below
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.
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1 Perform Calibration
Inspection
1. Perform a simple calibration of the uncalibrated camera.
Refer to Multi-View Monitor (Diagnostics) > Work Support
Uncalibrated camera are indicated with “! “ is displayed on the view screen.
Refer to MultiView Monitor (Diagnostics) > Overview > Reference
2. Clear the memory of [Front & Side Camera/Multi View Monitor] using the SUBARU
SELECT Monitor.
Refer to Common (Diagnostics)>Memory Clear
3. Using the SUBARU SELECT monitor, read the DTCs for [Front & Side Camera/Multiview
Monitor].
Refer to Multi View Monitor (Diagnostics) > Diag Code (DTC)
Check Is DTC B2D11 displayed? (Current malfunction)
Yes Replace the camera CU. Entertainment & Monitoring>Control Unit
No Calibration was not performed.
ADDITIONAL WORK PROCEDURES REQUIRED WHEN REPLACING THE MUTIVIEW
CONTROL MODULE.
The following information is supplied in the Subaru Service Manual. The additional steps have been
outlined below in RED. Refer to STIS: Body & Electrical/WIRING SYSTEM > ENTERTAINMENT
& MONITORING > Control Unit > INSTALLATION
1. MULTIVIEW CONTROL MODULE
1. Install the Multiview Control Unit.
2. Install the center information display assembly. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT &
MONITORING > Cockpit Display > INSTALLATION
3. Install the center grille ventilation assembly center. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER > Air Vent
Grille > INSTALLATION > CENTER GRILLE ASSEMBLY
4. Connect the ground terminal to the battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS > NOTE >
BATTERY
5. When the multiview control unit has been replaced, perform the following procedures:
• Models equipped WITHOUT the 4 cameras.
1. Switch the ignition switch from OFF to ON. Wait at least 2 seconds. Switch the
ignition switch OFF. Switch the ignition switch ON.
2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the “Front & Side Camera/Multi View
Monitor” customizing information.
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• Models equipped the WITH the 4 cameras.
1. Switch the ignition switch from OFF to ON. Wait at least 2 seconds. Switch the
ignition switch OFF. Switch the ignition switch ON.
2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, select “Carrying over Calibrationdata when
replacing the Camera ECU” selection in the “Work Support” menu for the “Front
& Side Camera/Multi View Monitor” and perform the operations displayed on
the screen. Ref. to 360-degree Surround View Monitor/Multi View Monitor
(DIAGNOSTICS) > Work Support.
NOTE: Data transfer is a procedure to write the automatically backed-up
calibration data of each camera in a new Multiview control assembly.
3. Read the “Front & Side Camera/Multi View Monitor” customizing information. Ref.
to 360-degree Surround View Monitor/Multi View Monitor (DIAGNOSTICS) >
Customize
CORRECTION AND ADDITION FOR REFERENCE IMAGES IN THE EVENT OF
MULTIVIEW MONITOR SYSTEM MALFUNCTION:
Refer to STIS: DIAGNTISCS > Multi View Monitor > General Description > NOTE
1. Corrected icon position when the control unit malfunctions.
2. Corrected icon position when CAN message error occurs.
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3. Additional icon indicates calibration completion.
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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