NHTSA ID Number: 10173123
Manufacturer Communication Number: Subaru
Tech Tips
TSB/Document Date: 2020-04-02
Summary
Subaru service and technical support line newsletter. Techtips newsletter locator index updated through December 2019.
DTC P0171.....................................................................................................................................................09/05
Freeze Frame Data & Calling the TechLine ...................................................................................................09/05
ECU Reflashing.............................................................................................................................................. 10/05
DTC P0715..................................................................................................................................................... 10/05
DTC P0171 – 2006MY H4 Legacy/Outback................................................................................................... 11/05
Throttle Sensor and Tumble Generator Valve (TGV) Sensors....................................................................... 11/05
DTC P2097 & Reflashing................................................................................................................................ 01/06
3.0L Models: Fuel Requirements Revised......................................................................................................02/06
DTC P0400 Diagnosis....................................................................................................................................06/06
DTC P1443.....................................................................................................................................................08/06
DTC’s & Reflashing........................................................................................................................................09/06
Clearing DTC’s on 2005-2007MY SIA-Built Vehicles.....................................................................................02/07
Diagnostic Help for Evaporative System Codes.............................................................................................04/07
Reprogramming Reminder: Jumper Harness Connectors.............................................................................05/07
DTC P0457.....................................................................................................................................................09/07
DTC P1443 and the 2008 M/Y Impreza.......................................................................................................... 11/07
Misfire Codes “Don’t Forget To Check…”....................................................................................................... 01/08
Secondary Air Injection System Codes.......................................................................................................... 12/08
WVH-18 & WVI-19 Service Program Information........................................................................................... 07/09
“Rusty” Appearance of the Exhaust System.................................................................................................. 05/10
2010 Legacy GT DTC P0171.......................................................................................................................... 05/10
TIPS on Inspecting DTC P0171 or P0172....................................................................................................... 07/10
New 2011 M/Y Forester Evaporative System Testing..................................................................................... 12/10
2011 M/Y Forester: Sound From Under the Rear of the Car.......................................................................... 04/11
Rust Stains on Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems........................................................................................... 06/11
DTC P0457 Information...................................................................................................................................07/11
2011 M/Y Forester, DTC P2610...................................................................................................................... 10/11
TechTIPS Article Locator Edition
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11-Emission Systems
Troubleshooting DTC P0457 on 08 and Later Model Years........................................................................... 02/13
Getting to the Bottom of Extended Cranking.................................................................................................. 03/13
WQD-40 A Reminder..................................................................................................................................... 04/13
Repeat 420 Codes on High Mileage vehicles................................................................................................. 08/13
More Information on Stainless Steel Exhaust System Surface Rust.............................................................. 05/14
Secondary Air Injection DTC’s P2441 and P2442.......................................................................................... 07/15
DTC P0171 Diagnostics.................................................................................................................................. 07/16
ELCM (Evaporative Leak Check Control Module) Self Testing for Diagnosis................................................. 03/17
DTC P0171 Diagnostics.................................................................................................................................. 12/17
DTC P1378- “Pre-Ignition Detected” – 2019MY Ascent.................................................................................. 07/18
2019MY Ascent: DTC P0606, Control Module Processor: Diagnostic Hints.................................................. 10/18
2015MY Legacy/Outback Seat Heater Operation Overview........................................................................... 12/18
Secondary Air Injection Diagnostic Trouble Codes P2441 and P2442........................................................... 04/19
ELCM Self Testing for Diagnosis.................................................................................................................... 10/19
P04AE Diagnostic Issues for 2019-2020MY Ascent........................................................................................11/19
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12-Body, Glass, & Upholstery
12-Body, Glass, & Upholstery
Legacy Glove Box Rattling Noise .................................................................................................................. 05/91
Wiper Blades .................................................................................................................................................08/91
Legacy Sunroof Shade Servicing .................................................................................................................. 10/91
Legacy Wiper Blade Improvements ............................................................................................................... 10/91
Legacy Wind Noise .......................................................................................................................................03/92
Legacy Modified Wiper Arms ........................................................................................................................03/92
SVX Glass Replacement ...............................................................................................................................04/92
Legacy Upper Windshield Molding Loose .....................................................................................................05/92
Door Glass Squeaks Going Up & Down ........................................................................................................ 11/92
Windshield Wiper Maintenance Tips ............................................................................................................. 12/92
1992MY SVX Interior Noise Complaints ........................................................................................................08/93
1992MY SVX Sunroof sticking (Difficult to Open) ..........................................................................................08/93
Customer Complaints of Whistle Noises ....................................................................................................... 12/93
Seat Belts ...................................................................................................................................................... 01/94
1993MY SIA Built Legacy, Headliner Droop ..................................................................................................03/94
1993MY Legacy SIA Built Legacy, Headliner Droop .....................................................................................04/94
Legacy Trim Item Characteristics ..................................................................................................................04/94
Legacy Door/Ignition Key Code Location ......................................................................................................04/94
Sunroof Water Leak Diagnosis ......................................................................................................................05/94
Keys Plates .................................................................................................................................................... 10/94
Door Lock/Linkage Inoperative ...................................................................................................................... 11/94
1995MY Legacy Wagon Rear Cargo Anchors ............................................................................................... 12/94
1995MY Legacy Power Door Locks .............................................................................................................. 12/94
Foggy Film on Windows ................................................................................................................................ 12/94
1995MY Subaru Legacy “Fluttering” Noise ...................................................................................................08/95
Subaru Outback Front License Plate Mounting Kit ........................................................................................ 10/95
Winter Driving Tip, Interior Window Fogging ................................................................................................. 01/96
Foggy Film on Windows ................................................................................................................................ 01/96
Legacy Wind Noise .......................................................................................................................................02/96
Water in the Rocker Panels ........................................................................................................................... 07/96
Loose Bolts on Window Regulators ...............................................................................................................09/96
Poor Drainage from Rocker Panels: 1995/96MY Legacy Models ..................................................................09/96
‘97MY Legacy Body Creaking Noise, RH Side Rocker Panel Area ...............................................................02/97
Proper Operation of Seat Belts, ELR vs. ALR ...............................................................................................08/97
New Cup Holder For ’98MY Legacy .............................................................................................................. 11/97
Replacement Wiper Blade Refills ..................................................................................................................09/98
Improper Driver’s Side Window Operation .................................................................................................... 10/98
1999MY Impreza Wind Noise ........................................................................................................................ 01/99
Bumper Cover Installation Tip .......................................................................................................................02/99
Front Seat Tracks ..........................................................................................................................................04/99
1999MY Forester Radio Antenna ..................................................................................................................04/99
Tether Anchor Points 1995 – 1999MY Legacy Sedan/SUS ........................................................................... 07/99
2000MY Legacy Front License Plate Mounting .............................................................................................09/99
2000MY Wiper Washer System ....................................................................................................................09/99
Upholstery Items – Repair/Replace ............................................................................................................... 10/99
Forester Tailgate Squeaks/Rattles/Popping .................................................................................................. 11/99
Metallic Window Tint Films.............................................................................................................................04/00
Front License Plate Mounting For 2001MY Forester......................................................................................04/00
Wind Noise/Crossbar Installation...................................................................................................................08/00
Inoperative Windshield Washers....................................................................................................................02/01
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12-Body, Glass, & Upholstery
WRX Aluminum Hood Precaution.................................................................................................................. 10/01
2002MY Impreza Sedan Trunk Lock Cylinder...........................................................................................01-02/02
Windshield Wiper Washer Connection........................................................................................................... 11/02
Sound Dampening Pad..................................................................................................................................04/03
Adhesive Residue on Painted Surfaces.........................................................................................................08/03
Creaking Noise from Door Checker................................................................................................................08/03
2003MY Forester Washer Nozzles.................................................................................................................09/03
2003-04MY Front Seatback Cover Reinstallation.......................................................................................... 11/03
2001-02MY Forester Sunroof Leak................................................................................................................ 11/03
2004MY Forester Rear Gate Damper Stay.................................................................................................... 11/03
Striker Color Change......................................................................................................................................02/04
2003MY Forester: Water Leak from Roof Rail Clip.........................................................................................03/04
Forester Bumper Fastener Bolt Change.........................................................................................................03/04
2005MY Legacy Seat Belt Chime Activation..................................................................................................08/04
Seatbelt Reminder System Disablement........................................................................................................08/04
ODS Code 29.................................................................................................................................................09/04
Frozen Wiper Blades...................................................................................................................................... 12/04
Wiper Blades & Winter Weather..................................................................................................................... 01/05
2005MY Legacy/Outback Moon Roof Sunshade Block & Rod Assembly......................................................02/05
B9 Tribeca Front License Plate Mounting.......................................................................................................04/05
Wiper Blades & Visibility.................................................................................................................................06/05
Adhesive Residue On ‘06MY Forester Rear Tailgate Garnish....................................................................... 07/05
Wind Noise Diagnosis.................................................................................................................................... 10/05
VIN Plate Location Change............................................................................................................................ 10/05
Wiper Blades – The Basics............................................................................................................................ 10/05
2006MY Impreza Tool Tray............................................................................................................................. 10/05
Front Washer Nozzle Does Not Spray Properly............................................................................................. 01/06
Ashtray Door Paint..........................................................................................................................................04/06
2005MY Legacy Repair Procedure of Overhead Console when the Lid is Hard to Open/Close....................04/06
2003~05MY Forester Sunroof Squeaks.........................................................................................................05/06
2004-2007MY Forester Sunroof Operation....................................................................................................09/06
Baja Factory Installed “Hard” Bed Cover Replacement Keys.........................................................................12/06
Forester Rear Gate Handle Binding............................................................................................................... 01/07
B9 Tribeca Body “Popping-Type” Noise From the Right Front Strut Area....................................................... 01/07
2007 MY Legacy & Outback Overhead Console Door Binding......................................................................04/07
2003-2008 MY Forester Sunroof Squeak.......................................................................................................04/08
2009 MY Forester Side View Mirror Torque...................................................................................................05/08
2009 MY Forester Undercoated Wheel Wells................................................................................................06/08
Rear Wiper Blade Refill..................................................................................................................................05/07
Impreza, Water in the Trunk............................................................................................................................03/07
2008 M/Y Impreza, Rattling Noise from the Right Front.................................................................................09/08
2009 Forester Buzzing or Rattling Noise from the Front Doors...................................................................... 11/08
Forester Sunroof Not Closing Properly........................................................................................................... 11/08
Subaru Genuine Wiper Blade Inserts............................................................................................................. 01/09
2009 M/Y Impreza Rear Seat Updates..........................................................................................................02/09
2009 M/Y Forester Rear Combination Lamps................................................................................................03/09
2009 M/Y Forester Tailgate Grommet Removal.............................................................................................03/09
2009 M/Y Forester Rattling Noise from Rear of Head Liner...........................................................................04/09
2010 M/Y Legacy & Outback Power Lumbar Support Operation...................................................................09/09
2008-09 M/Y Impreza, Rattling or Vibration Noise from Right Front..............................................................09/09
2009-10 M/Y Forester Rear Gate Creek......................................................................................................... 11/09
2010 M/Y Outback Flapping or Fluttering Noise............................................................................................. 11/09
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12-Body, Glass, & Upholstery
2009-10 M/Y Forester Rear Seat Rattle / Squeak.......................................................................................... 01/10
Buzzing / Vibration Noises from Inside the Doors.......................................................................................... 12/09
2010 Legacy / Outback Rattle From Overhead Console Area........................................................................ 04/10
Whistling Noise from Windshield Area at Highway Speed............................................................................. 05/10
Slow or Erratic Door Glass Operation............................................................................................................ 05/10
Stained Rocker Sill Moldings...........................................................................................................................11/10
Forester and Impreza Rear Quarter Glass Moldings.......................................................................................01/11
Bare Metal Visible in Tie-Down Areas of Undercarriage................................................................................ 04/11
Popping or Creaking Sound from L/Rear, 2010 M/Y Forester........................................................................ 05/11
Buzzing / Vibration Noises Inside the Doors, 2008 and Later Impreza...........................................................07/11
Windshield Cracks on the Inside.....................................................................................................................07/11
2011 M/Y Forester, Rattling Noise from the Rear Roof Area.......................................................................... 10/11
Heat-Damaged Plastic Parts.......................................................................................................................... 10/11
WVV-32 Campaign, Cowling Clip Removal Tips............................................................................................ 10/11
Windshield Cracks on the Inside, A Reminder................................................................................................11/11
2010-11 M/Y Outback “Popping” or “Tick” Noise from the “B” Pillar Area.......................................................11/11
2012 Impreza Glove Box Light........................................................................................................................ 07/12
Cleaning Spotted Window Glass.................................................................................................................... 07/12
BRZ Rear Fold Down Seats........................................................................................................................... 07/12
BRZ Protective Sun Visor Cover.................................................................................................................... 08/12
A-Pillar Trim Tether Clips................................................................................................................................ 08/12
Impreza Rear Package Shelf Rattling Noise.................................................................................................. 09/12
2010 to 2012 Headliners................................................................................................................................. 09/12
Removal of protective film on side sill plate cover 13 BRZ............................................................................. 10/12
12 MY Tribeca Roof Rail..................................................................................................................................11/12
09-13 MY Forester Rear Seat Reclining Button...............................................................................................11/12
13 MY BRZ Rear Bumper Removal.................................................................................................................11/12
Windshield Cracks on the Inside (Reminder)................................................................................................. 01/13
WQA-37 Campaign (Special Pliers)............................................................................................................... 03/13
Melting Plastic Parts....................................................................................................................................... 05/13
BRZ Front Bumper Cover Removal Precautions............................................................................................ 01/14
2014 Forester Power Rear Tailgate................................................................................................................ 04/14
Whitish Discoloration/ Deposits on Front Door Panels, 12MY and Later Impreza and Cross trek................. 06/14
2015 Legacy and Outback Seat Heater Overview.......................................................................................... 08/14
2015 Legacy/ Outback Center Console Compartment Door Information...................................................... 09/14
Design Change to the Zippers Used On Front Seat Backrest Covers............................................................ 09/14
Rattle Sound from Right Side of Dash Area................................................................................................... 01/15
Whitish Discoloration/ Deposits on Front Door Panels, 12MY and Later Impreza and Crosstrek
2015 WRX and STI......................................................................................................................................... 01/15
Fuel Door Freeze Up...................................................................................................................................... 04/15
Erratic Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp Illumination.................................................................................. 09/15
Glass Authorization Request-Additional photo required..................................................................................11/15
2015 Legacy/ Outback, Rattling Sound from Front of Vehicle........................................................................ 12/15
Interior Rear View Mirror Separation Reminder.............................................................................................. 07/16
Water Draining from Body Panels...................................................................................................................11/18
Snowflake Type Damage to Glass................................................................................................................. 01/19
Cleaning Spotted Window Glass.................................................................................................................... 02/19
2019MY Ascent, Spare Tire Hoist Precautions............................................................................................... 05/19
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13-Paint
13-Paint
3M Paint Polishing Assistance ......................................................................................................................03/92
’95MY Legacy Outback Paint ........................................................................................................................ 01/95
Correction to Service Bulletin 13-67-95r ........................................................................................................ 11/95
Helpline Update ............................................................................................................................................. 01/96
Water Spotting On Painted Surfaces .............................................................................................................09/96
Paint Procedures for Subaru Bumpers...........................................................................................................08/01
Trim and Paint Code Update..........................................................................................................................04/04
2005MY Forester LL Bean Models Color Code Information Correction......................................................... 11/04
Paint Discoloration in Wheel Opening Areas.................................................................................................. 10/09
Finishing Plastic Parts.................................................................................................................................... 04/10
XV Crosstrek Paint Schemes/Under Hood Insulator.......................................................................................11/12
Paint Condition on Hood – Moisture Stain...................................................................................................... 12/18
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14-Special Tools
14-Special Tools
Select Monitor Cartridge ................................................................................................................................ 10/91
4EAT Valve Body Servicing ........................................................................................................................... 12/91
4EAT Band Servo Servicing .......................................................................................................................... 12/91
System Check Units for ‘85MY, ‘86MY, and ‘87MY .......................................................................................04/92
SVX Select Monitor Cartridge .......................................................................................................................04/92
Select Monitor Repair ....................................................................................................................................08/92
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Recycler ...........................................................................................................08/92
Special Tools for Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement on Legacy All-Wheel Drive Models .............................09/92
Select Monitor Cartridge Application Chart ................................................................................................... 11/93
Transmission Pressure Gauge Set ................................................................................................................03/94
Select Monitor Repair .................................................................................................................................... 11/96
Subaru New Select Monitor Repairs.............................................................................................................. 07/99
2001MY Subaru Forester select monitor cartridge.........................................................................................02/00
New Select Monitor Repairs – An Update...................................................................................................... 11/00
New Select Monitor Cartridge........................................................................................................................ 01/01
Subaru Fuel Injector Cleaner Tool.................................................................................................................. 05/01
Select Monitor Cables.................................................................................................................................... 10/01
Select Monitor Image Loader Software/Hardware.................................................................................... 03-04/02
Oxygen Sensor Removing Tool.................................................................................................................01-02/03
2003MY Impreza Select Monitor Cartridge Application.............................................................................01-02/03
Select Monitor Repairs – An Update.............................................................................................................. 10/03
2005MY Legacy/Outback Key Cutter............................................................................................................. 10/04
Kent-Moore Website....................................................................................................................................... 11/04
Select Monitor Repairs: Latest Information.....................................................................................................03/05
SDS (Subaru Diagnostic System) & Mode Files.............................................................................................02/06
SDS Kit & Pre-Testing Your Subaru Select Monitor III....................................................................................03/06
Subaru Select Monitor III & CID Numbers......................................................................................................03/06
Updated Repair Center Phone Number for Kent-Moore.................................................................................06/06
New Menu Prompts When Calling the SDS Technical Support Helpline....................................................... 07/06
Mid-Tronics EXP-1000....................................................................................................................................08/06
New Special Tool Kit SOA321064 Sent To All Subaru Dealers...................................................................... 10/06
Front Fender Insulator for WRX and STI (Excluding STI Limited)..................................................................12/06
Latest SSMIII Software Download Version.....................................................................................................03/08
Re-Booting Your SDS Notebook....................................................................................................................04/08
Latest SSMIII Software Download Version.....................................................................................................06/08
SDS Notebook (CF-18) Helpful Hints.............................................................................................................. 07/08
Latest SSM III Software Version Download....................................................................................................09/08
Legacy / Outback M/T High Idle Re-Flash Clarification................................................................................. 10/08
SSM III Pulse / Analog Kit (Oscilloscope) Information.................................................................................... 10/08
Issues with Using SMART (Subaru LMS System).......................................................................................... 11/08
Replacement Cables For Subaru Diagnostic System (SDS)..........................................................................03/09
Fuel Alcohol Tester.........................................................................................................................................04/09
Fuel Pressure Tester Warning from SPX........................................................................................................09/09
Select Monitor (SDS) Issues with Campaign WVM-23................................................................................... 12/09
Important Engine Support Bracket Return Information................................................................................... 04/10
SDS Printer Problem…. Who You Gonna’ Call?............................................................................................. 06/10
Techline Pre-Call Worksheets........................................................................................................................ 08/10
CF-U1 Reprogramming Kit Monitor Use..........................................................................................................07/11
Flashwrite Error Code 4404............................................................................................................................ 08/11
Power Steering Rack Service Tool Information.............................................................................................. 09/11
TechTIPS Article Locator Edition
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14-Special Tools
Using the Service-Techline Reporting Feature on Subarunet........................................................................ 09/11
Body Repair Manual User Information............................................................................................................11/11
2012 Impreza Special Tool Shipments........................................................................................................... 12/11
New Snap-On Ball Joint Remover Instructions.............................................................................................. 04/12
Connecting Rod Bolts on FA and FB Engines................................................................................................ 09/12
Printing Freeze Frame Data............................................................................................................................ 09/12
Special Tools For The BRZ............................................................................................................................ 09/12
Engine Bridge Replacement Parts..................................................................................................................11/12
Test Harness Probes...................................................................................................................................... 12/12
Using Your Oscilloscope................................................................................................................................. 12/12
SDI Interface Box and Self Shut Timer........................................................................................................... 01/13
14MY Forester SSM3 Operation..................................................................................................................... 01/13
SSM3 Unit Of Measurement........................................................................................................................... 08/13
Subaru Special Tools Website URL Update .................................................................................................. 01/14
GR-8 Battery Testing Information................................................................................................................... 03/14
New SSM4 software on the C2 Toughbook.................................................................................................... 06/15
Recommendations for use of the Denso DST-I diagnostic interface.............................................................. 09/15
Stopper Tool for CVT and Automatic Transmissions.......................................................................................11/15
April 2016 SSM4 Changes............................................................................................................................. 04/16
Precautions When Using the DST-I Box......................................................................................................... 08/16
New Function SSM4 October Version.............................................................................................................11/16
SSM3? SSM4? Generic? What Diagnostic Scan Tool Should I Use?............................................................ 04/17
New Special Tool – Relay Pliers..................................................................................................................... 02/18
WUE-90 Stop Lamp Switch Recall, Special Tool Tip..................................................................................... 05/19
False Error Message Displayed When Scanning 2019MY Impreza Sedan with SSM4.................................. 07/19
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15-Accessories
15-Accessories
Radio Display Interruption with Brake Pedal Application ............................................................................... 05/91
Justy Radio Display Fade .............................................................................................................................. 07/91
SVX Security System .................................................................................................................................... 10/91
Legacy, Noise Heard Through Speakers When the Illumination Control Is Varied, Clarion Radio ................ 10/91
Quick Cruise Control Check .......................................................................................................................... 12/91
SVX Radio Servicing ..................................................................................................................................... 12/91
SVX Security System .................................................................................................................................... 01/92
SVX Compact Disc Player .............................................................................................................................02/92
SVX Security System Warning ......................................................................................................................02/92
Legacy Cruise Control Installation .................................................................................................................03/92
Loyale Cruise Control for 92MY .....................................................................................................................03/92
L-Series Poor Radio Reception .....................................................................................................................03/92
L-Series Clarion 10 Watt ETR and Panasonic Elite LC Cassette Deck Incompatibility .................................03/92
Radio/Cassette/CD Exchange Or Out Of Warranty Repair Programs ...........................................................04/92
Accessory Cruise Control Installation in Rural RHD Legacy Postal Models .................................................04/92
Legacy Security System Wiring Information ..................................................................................................04/92
1992MY Legacy Cruise Control Installation ...................................................................................................06/92
Loyale SOA386C110 Cruise Control Installation Tips ....................................................................................06/92
Legacy Station Wagon “LS” Power Antenna ................................................................................................. 07/92
Legacy Security System Installation 1991MY to Present Station Wagon Models ......................................... 07/92
Loyale (SOA386C110) Cruise Control Installation Tips Correction ................................................................ 07/92
Tips for Installing Security System SOA386R100 in A 1992MY Loyale .........................................................03/93
Impreza IAC Formerly Called FICD Adjustment ............................................................................................04/93
SVX Audio Assembly Removal .....................................................................................................................06/93
1993MY SVX New Security System Installation Tips ....................................................................................08/93
Legacy Panasonic 80 Watt Radio Noise in Speakers ...................................................................................08/93
Poor Radio Reception AM or FM ................................................................................................................... 10/93
Legacy & SVX Security System Transmitter Battery Servicing ..................................................................... 10/93
SVX New Security System Programming Tips .............................................................................................. 10/93
SVX Rear Speakers Buzzing ......................................................................................................................... 01/94
1995MY Legacy Security System .................................................................................................................. 07/94
1995MY Legacy LSI Security System ...........................................................................................................09/94
Accessory Block Heaters .............................................................................................................................. 10/94
1990MY-1994MY Legacy Security System Operation Q&A .......................................................................... 10/94
Installing 1995MY Legacy Roof Racks .......................................................................................................... 11/94
Impreza Accessory ........................................................................................................................................ 01/95
Hubcaps ........................................................................................................................................................ 01/95
Accessory “Outback” Wheel Covers .............................................................................................................03/95
1995MY Subaru Legacy Front End Cover (Bra) ............................................................................................03/95
Installing Impreza Fog Lamp Kits ..................................................................................................................03/95
Cruise Control & the Use of the Select Monitor .............................................................................................04/95
1995MY Legacy Cruise Control Corrections .................................................................................................04/95
1995MY Legacy LSI Security System Module I/O Chart ...............................................................................04/95
1995MY Legacy S/W Accessory Fork Mount Bike Carrier ............................................................................05/95
Impreza Foglight Installation ..........................................................................................................................05/95
Radio Noise ...................................................................................................................................................06/95
1995MY Subaru Legacy LSI Alarm System ..................................................................................................06/95
1995 Subaru Legacy Cruise Control ..............................................................................................................06/95
Testing Cruise Control Pumps .......................................................................................................................09/95
Installation of Subaru Impreza ‘LX’ S/W Rear Spoiler ...................................................................................09/95
1995MY Subaru Legacy with Panasonic Radios ........................................................................................... 11/95
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15-Accessories
1995MY/1996MY Subaru Impreza & Legacy Cruise Control Applications .................................................... 11/95
Alloy Wheel Center Caps .............................................................................................................................. 12/95
Impreza Fog Lamp Kit P. N. H4510FA100 Fuse Location & Wiring Changes For ’96MY .............................. 12/95
Outback Trailer Hitch Part Number L1010AS000 Change In Torque Spec. ................................................... 12/95
Cruise Control for 2.2 Liter ’96 MY Impreza Manual Trans. Vehicles ............................................................ 12/95
Cruise Control for Newer Legacy Models ...................................................................................................... 12/95
Legacy Remote Keyless Entry System .......................................................................................................... 12/95
Legacy Keyless Entry Diagnosis ................................................................................................................... 01/96
Legacy Accessory Keyless Entry System ..................................................................................................... 01/96
Legacy Roof Rack Installation Information ....................................................................................................02/96
Installation Instruction Supplement For ‘96MY Impreza Foglamp Kit #H4510FA100 .....................................04/96
Interior Lights Stay On When Leaving the Car ..............................................................................................04/96
1995MY & Up Legacy LSI Keyless Remote System .....................................................................................04/96
Keyless Entry Erratic Transmitter Operation ..................................................................................................05/96
Modification to Keyless Entry System Instructions ........................................................................................05/96
Revised 1996 1/2MY and 1997MY Legacy Cruise Control Supplemental Installation Instructions ............... 07/96
1995 & 1996MY Subaru Legacy W/Power Antenna ......................................................................................08/96
1997 Legacy Keyless Entry ...........................................................................................................................08/96
Legacy Outback Trailer Hitch Harness ..........................................................................................................08/96
Legacy Outback Crossbar Installation Tips ...................................................................................................08/96
Legacy LSI Security System .......................................................................................................................... 10/96
1996MY Impreza Accessory Keyless Entry Kit H7110FS000 ........................................................................ 01/97
1997MY Impreza Accessory Cruise Control .................................................................................................. 01/97
Outback Roof Rack Crossbar Bolt Part Number Correction ......................................................................... 01/97
Legacy Subwoofer/Preamp, P/N H6300AS030 .............................................................................................02/97
Legacy Outback Trailer Hitch Wiring Harness ...............................................................................................02/97
Legacy Keyless Entry with Security Upgrade ................................................................................................02/97
Correction to Installation Instructions for Keyless Entry Kits H7110AS000 & H7110AS300 For
1995MY & 1996MY Legacy ...........................................................................................................................02/97
1997MY Impreza Keyless Entry Kit H7110FS000 with Incorrect Wiring Harness ..........................................02/97
1997MY Legacy Keyless Entry/ Security System Programming Button Locations ........................................02/97
1997MY Legacy Keyless Entry & Security Upgrade Modifications ................................................................03/97
Legacy Keyless Entry/ Security System Upgrade .........................................................................................04/97
1997MY Impreza Foglamp Installation Tips For Kit #H4510FA200 ...............................................................05/97
1997MY Legacy; Programming Replacement Keyless Entry Control Unit .................................................... 07/97
New CD Changer Installation Procedures .....................................................................................................08/97
Forester Removable Antenna ........................................................................................................................09/97
1996MY Subaru Legacy Keyless Entry System Not Operating Correctly .....................................................09/97
Subaru Keyless Entry Batteries .....................................................................................................................09/97
Accessory Gauge Pack Information .............................................................................................................. 10/97
1998MY Forester Keyless Entry System Information .................................................................................... 10/97
1998MY Impreza Cruise Control Connector .................................................................................................. 01/98
Keyless Entry System Operation ................................................................................................................... 01/98
Forester Accessory Brush Guard .................................................................................................................. 01/98
1998 Impreza Foglight Kit #H4510FA200 ......................................................................................................02/98
1998 Subaru Forester Power Mirror Kit .........................................................................................................03/98
Update of Keyless Entry Bulk Head Harness Change ...................................................................................04/98
Keyless Entry/Alarm System Upgrade ...........................................................................................................04/98
1998MY Impreza Foglight Kit #H4510FA200/220 Correction ........................................................................04/98
Subaru Keyless Entry/ Security System Reference Guide ............................................................................04/98
Subaru Accessory Installation Manual ..........................................................................................................04/98
Programming SVX Alarm Systems ................................................................................................................04/98
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15-Accessories
1998MY Subaru Forester Power Mirror Kit P/N Correction ...........................................................................05/98
Legacy Station Wagon Audio Harness ..........................................................................................................05/98
Accessory Operator Instructions for 1999MY ................................................................................................ 07/98
1999MY Legacy Accessory Changes and Corrections ................................................................................. 07/98
Rear Differential Protector .............................................................................................................................08/98
Poor AM Radio Reception on Forester Vehicles ........................................................................................... 10/98
1999MY Legacy Accessory Cruise Control ................................................................................................... 11/98
Keyless Entry/ Security System Transmitter Batteries ................................................................................... 01/99
1999MY Cal. Spec. Impreza Security Kit Availability ..................................................................................... 01/99
Shock Sensor Mounting for Forester/Impreza with Security Upgrade ........................................................... 01/99
Keyless Entry into 1999MY Forester Vehicles with ‘All Weather Package’ .................................................... 01/99
Keyless and Security System Quality Improvements .................................................................................... 01/99
1999MY Forester Radio Noise/Poor Reception .............................................................................................04/99
1999MY Forester – Clicking Noise from Right Front Speaker .......................................................................05/99
Alpine Keyless Entry with Security Upgrade System Operation Reminder ................................................... 07/99
Lighted Mirror Sunvisor Replacement Bulbs .................................................................................................08/99
No Radio Volume – 2000MY Legacy Limited Model Wagons .......................................................................08/99
1999MY/2000MY Legacy Alpine Keyless Entry/ Security System Dome Light Operation............................. 10/99
Trailer Hitch Bike Attachment ........................................................................................................................ 11/99
2000MY Legacy Rear Spoiler ....................................................................................................................... 11/99
Auto Dimming Mirror/Compass....................................................................................................................... 01/00
Rear Gate Bar P/N E7510lS001 2000MY Legacy Wagons............................................................................05/00
Compass Mirror 2000MY Legacy & 2001MY Forester...................................................................................05/00
Electrochromic Compass Mirror.....................................................................................................................05/00
Accessory Installation Instructions on Web....................................................................................................05/00
CD Player/Changer Visual Reference............................................................................................................05/00
Performance Gauge Pack Operation.............................................................................................................05/00
2000MY Legacy/Outback Hood Deflector ‘W’ Clips Installation..................................................................... 07/00
Replacing a Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery..............................................................................................08/00
2001MY Forester Front Splash Guard Installation (P/N J1010FC000)............................................................08/00
Accessory Block Heaters............................................................................................................................... 10/00
Internal Trunk Release Handle....................................................................................................................... 01/01
2002MY Impreza Accessory Application – Compass Mirror.......................................................................... 03/01
2002MY Impreza Trailer Hitch P/N l1010SS000............................................................................................. 03/01
2002MY WRX/Impreza TechTIPS Special Edition.........................................................................................03/01
Cross Bar Positioning..................................................................................................................................... 05/01
Short Throw Shifter........................................................................................................................................ 05/01
Accessory Updates........................................................................................................................................ 07/01
Titanium Shift Knob (P/N C1010FA100) Shift Emblem Location..................................................................... 09/01
WRX Performance Gauge Pack..................................................................................................................... 10/01
Impreza Sedan Spoiler Installation Tips......................................................................................................... 10/01
Forester Splash Guard Installation Tips......................................................................................................... 10/01
WRX Steering Column Mounted Boost Gauge.............................................................................................. 11/01
2002MY Impreza Subwoofer/Amplifier Compatibility...................................................................................... 11/01
2002MY Impreza Front Under-Spoiler Installation Change....................................................................... 11-02/02
2002MY WRX Front End Cover.................................................................................................................01-02/02
2002MY Impreza 120 Watt Subwoofer Bracket Change...........................................................................01-02/02
EC Compass Mirror Calibration................................................................................................................ 03-04/02
BAJA Bed Extender................................................................................................................................... 09-10/02
Seat Heater Information..................................................................................................................................03/03
New Baja & Legacy Hood Deflector Installation.............................................................................................03/03
Impreza Sedan Spoiler Changes....................................................................................................................05/03
TechTIPS Article Locator Edition
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15-Accessories
Baja Bed Cover Replacement........................................................................................................................05/03
STI Security Module Torque Specifications.................................................................................................... 07/03
Bumper Beam Plug for Baja Trailer Hitch....................................................................................................... 07/03
2004MY Forester Hood Deflector/Protector...................................................................................................08/03
Tonneau Cover Replacement Parts For Legacy 00MY~03MY.......................................................................08/03
2004MY STI Single Turbo Gauge Installation/Intercooler Removal...............................................................08/03
Revised Electronic Control Compass Mirror...................................................................................................08/03
2004MY Forester Single Turbo Gauge Installation/Interior Trim Removal......................................................08/03
WRX STI Audio System.................................................................................................................................08/03
WRX Performance Suspension Kit (STI)........................................................................................................09/03
Baja Sport Activity Lights................................................................................................................................09/03
Baja Sport Activity Lights - Relay Location..................................................................................................... 01/04
Forester Crossbar Design Revision................................................................................................................ 01/04
Baja Bed Cover Replacement (Reprint from May 2003)................................................................................ 01/04
Poor Radio Reception....................................................................................................................................02/04
Baja Sport Activity Lights – Relay Location – Correction...............................................................................02/04
What’s That Noise?........................................................................................................................................04/04
Poor Radio Reminder ....................................................................................................................................04/04
Cruise Control Actutator.................................................................................................................................04/04
Trailer Hitch Installation.................................................................................................................................. 07/04
’05MY Sedan Spoiler Template...................................................................................................................... 07/04
’05MY Splash Guard Tape Area..................................................................................................................... 07/04
’05MY Cargo Net Anchors.............................................................................................................................. 07/04
’05MY Legacy & Outback Hood Protector Mounting Points........................................................................... 07/04
2005MY Legacy and Outback Crossbar Positioning...................................................................................... 07/04
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