Chain Slip

Diagnostic Information for Alleged Chain Slip Condition on TR580 / TR690 Transmissions – 2017-2023 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10238456 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-132-20R Summary This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.   NUMBER: 16-132-20R DATE: 12/18/20 REVISED: 06/28/23 APPLICABILITY: 2018-23MY Legacy and Outback … Read more

WTJ-70 Service Campaign Forester CVT Low Fluid Level – 2017 Subaru Forester

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2017 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10187325 Manufacturer Communication Number: WTJ-70R Summary Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Campaign for certain 2017 model year Forester normally aspirated vehicles with CVT transmissions. Subaru has determined vehicles affected by this Service Program require additional CVT fluid.   NUMBERS: WTJ-70R DATE: 10/03/16 REVISED: 08/03/17 APPLICABILITY: 2017 MY Forester (non-Turbo) with … Read more

Safety Recall: WUV-07 – CVT Chain Slip – 2019 Subaru Ascent

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2019 Subaru Ascent

December 2, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V855000 Incorrect Measurement of Hydraulic Fluid Pressure If the fluid pressure is measured higher than its actual value, the hydraulic pressure will be reduced. If this occurs, the transmission drive chain may not have the proper tension, resulting in a loss of drive power and an increased risk of a … Read more

Diagnosis Procedure for CVT Chain Slip – 2010-2012 Subaru

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NUMBER: 16-95-15 DATE: 08/06/15 APPLICABILITY: 2010-12MY Legacy and Outback 2.5L Models with CVT Transmission SUBJECT: Diagnosis Procedure for CVT Chain Slip   INTRODUCTION This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure for confirmation of a suspected CVT chain slip condition.  Examples of customer concerns may be:  abnormal transmission operating sounds, a shudder or vibration sensation, lack of power, … Read more