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NUMBER: 12-175-14

2014-15MY Forester Models
esign Change to Rear Door Power Window
D
Regulator

DATE: 11/10/14

INTRODUCTION
This bulletin announces a design change to the rear door power window regulator / motor assembly.
The internal gearing has been changed to prevent the mechanism from binding.
COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION
The updated regulator was incorporated into production on May 9, 2014 starting with VIN F*443708.
PART INFORMATION
PART NAME:

PART NUMBER

61042SG200

REG & MOT ASSY R RH

61042SG210

REG & MOT ASSY R LH

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
When diagnosing the Power Window System, follow the Symptom / Inspection order as shown
in the table below. If determined the motor / regulator assembly requires replacement, the service
procedure for installation is unchanged from the existing steps outlined in the applicable Service
Manual.

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RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They
are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles,
or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of the vehicle. Properly
trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to
do the job correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that this
Service Bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition.

Bulletin Number: 12-175-14; Date: 11/10/14

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WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be claimed using the
following information:
LABOR DESCRIPTION

ONE Power Window Motor & Regulator
Assembly R&R
Each Additional Power Window Motor &
Regulator Assembly R&R

LABOR
OPERATION #

FAIL
CODE

B850-271

LABOR
TIME
0.4

SBW-21

C850-275

0.3

REMINDER: 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
refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.

Bulletin Number: 12-175-14; Date: 11/10/14

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