2011

Transmission Control Module (TCM) Reprogramming File Availability for Inconsistent Engine Braking “Feel” – 2010-2011 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NUMBER: 16-100-16 DATE: 04/15/16 APPLICABILITY: 2010-11MY Legacy and Outback 2.5L NA Models SUBJECT: Transmission Control Module (TCMeBay) Reprogramming File Availability for Inconsistent Engine Braking “Feel”   INTRODUCTION This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the TCMeBay.  The files will address customer concerns of inconsistency in the amount of engine braking experienced when using Manual … Read more

Water Leak from the Map Light Area – 2010-2013 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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2013 Subaru Legacy

NHTSA ID Number: 10117544 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-117-10R Summary MODELS WITH SUNROOFS ONLY. If you encounter a customer complaint of water leaking into the interior of the vehicle from the map light area, the following 2 areas should be inspected closely for a potential source or cause: * The leak could be caused by water leaking past … Read more

Readiness Code Set Procedure; On-Board Diagnostic System I/M Check During State Emission Test – 2005-2015 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10083914 Manufacturer Communication Number: 11-120-12R Summary THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO SUBARU STATE I/M PROGRAM ADVISORY BULLETIN # 11-98-10R. ABOUT 30 STATES HAVE IMPLEMENTED REGULATIONS FOR INSPECTING THE VEHICLE’S ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM AS PART OF THEIR STATE EMISSIONS INSPECTION PROGRAM. EPA GUIDANCE RECOMMENDS NO MORE THAN ONE UNSET READINESS CODE MONITOR FOR … Read more

Rattling Sound from Front Brake Caliper Support – 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NUMBER: 06-53-16 DATE: 05/09/16 APPLICABILITY: 2010-2014MY Legacy and Outback SUBJECT: Rattling Sound from Front Brake Caliper Support   INTRODUCTION: This bulletin announces a design change to the front brake caliper supports to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving.  The change involves a reduction in the amount of clearance between the caliper … Read more

New Front Disc Brake Pad Kit Availability To Reduce Brake Squeal – 2010-2015 Subaru

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2015 Subaru Impreza

NHTSA ID Number: 10164185 Manufacturer Communication Number: 06-51-15R Summary This bulletin announces availability of a new front disc brake pad, shim, grease and clip kit designed to reduce customer concerns of excessive brake squeal. This new kit eliminates the “slotted” shim which previously was installed between the rubber-coated outer shim and the brake pad.   20 Affected … Read more