NUMBER: 18-184-15 DATE: 12/16/15 APPLICABILITY: 2013, 2015-16MY Legacy and Outback 2014-15MY Forester SUBJECT: Service Manual Corrections INTRODUCTION The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as … Read more
NUMBER: 16-99-16 DATE: 02/29/16 APPLICABILITY: 2015-16MY Legacy and Outback 2.5L Models SUBJECT: TCM
Reprogramming for RPM Flare and Cruise Control Operation INTRODUCTION This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize transmission control module (TCM) operation and address the following customer concerns: Engine RPM “flare” (sharp RPM increase when CVT “downshifts”) when using cruise … Read more
NUMBER: 16-98-16 DATE: 02/05/16 APPLICABILITY: 2015-2016MY WRX Models SUBJECT: TCM Reprogramming File Availability to Address Inconsistent Shifting / Slipping Concerns When Cold INTRODUCTION This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files for optimization of the transmission control module (TCM). The new logic addresses customer concerns of inconsistent shifting characteristics and / or a “slipping” -type sensation … Read more
NUMBER: 16-97-15 DATE: 11/04/15 APPLICABILITY: All 2013-16MY, 4-Cylinder, N/A Models with CVT SUBJECT: Delayed or Harsh Engagement of CVT INTRODUCTION This bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosing a customer concern of a delayed and / or harsh engagement of the CVT (model TR580) when shifting into Reverse or Drive from Neutral. SERVICE PROCEDURE … Read more
NHTSA ID Number: 10093914 Manufacturer Communication Number: 10-83-15 Summary THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN PROVIDES PRECAUTIONS TO USE WHEN REMOVING THE HVAC CONTROL PANEL TO PREVENT DAMAGING THE BLOWER FAN SPEED SWITCH. WHEN REMOVING THE CONTROL PANEL, IF THE FAN SPEED SWITCH WIRING HARNESS IS PULLED TAUGHT OR BECOMES STRESSED, THE SWITCH MAY BE DAMAGED. IF THE CONNECTOR … Read more