Delayed or Harsh Engagement of CVT – 2013-2016 Subaru with CVT

2016 Subaru Legacy

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

Diagnosis Procedure for CVT Chain Slip – 2010-2012 Subaru

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

Transmission Cooler Flushing – Subaru 4AT, 5AT, 6AT, CVT

Subaru

NHTSA ID Number: 10177829 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-42-90R Summary APPLICABILITY: 4AT, 5AT, 6AT, CVT Transmission Cooler Flushing.   NUMBER: 16-42-90R DATE: 08-20-90 REVISED: 07/21/20 APPLICABILITY: 4AT, 5AT, 6AT, CVT SUBJECT: Transmission Cooler Flushing   INTRODUCTION The transmission oil cooler must be properly flushed if any of the following circumstances hold true:   Contaminants left behind in the … Read more