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Tech Tips
TSB/Document Date: 2021-05-04
Summary
Article Locator Index.
Melting Plastic Parts...................................................................................................................................... 07/19
QMR of the Month..........................................................................................................................................08/19
Helpline Diagnostic Information.....................................................................................................................08/19
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01-General Information
QMR of the Month..........................................................................................................................................09/19
Subaru Select Monitor (SM4) Unresponsive When Connecting to Some 2020MY Vehicles.........................09/19
QMR of the Month.......................................................................................................................................... 10/19
QMR of the Month.......................................................................................................................................... 11/19
Authorization Request Pictures...................................................................................................................... 11/19
QMR of the Month.......................................................................................................................................... 12/19
Calling the Techline Revisited......................................................................................................................... 12/19
Hints for Searching Separate Publications with Online Reference................................................................ 01/20
Application Chart for Immobilizer System...................................................................................................... 01/20
Subaru National Technician Competition Selection Announcement.............................................................03/20
Disinfecting Vehicles......................................................................................................................................04/20
CPO Procedure for Turbocharged Subaru Vehicles......................................................................................04/20
Authorization Requests (AR) for Paint and Glass over $500.00.....................................................................04/20
Lost Keys? Contact the Subaru Techline.......................................................................................................05/20
Techline Case Follow Up................................................................................................................................06/20
New Claims System Coming June 8th – Things to Know for Authorization Requests..................................06/20
Cell Phones, Air Tools and the Techline.........................................................................................................08/20
Calling The Techline Revisited........................................................................................................................09/20
Sending email to Techline..............................................................................................................................09/20
Subaru Express Service – Low-Touch Best Practices for Technicians.......................................................... 10/20
Oil Capacity.................................................................................................................................................... 10/20
CPO Procedure for Turbocharged Subaru Vehicles...................................................................................... 10/20
Techline Staffing Changes ............................................................................................................................ 01/21
Special Edition: Escalation Process What, Why, and How ........................................................................... 01/21
Combination Meter and BIU shipments to SOA............................................................................................02/21
Lost Keys? Contact the Subaru Techline.......................................................................................................03/21
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02-Engine
02-Engine
1.8 Engine Head Gasket Torque Change/Oil Leakage...................................................................................05/91
Legacy Throttle Sensor Switch Adjustment...................................................................................................08/91
Noisy Lash Adjusters .....................................................................................................................................09/91
Legacy Exhaust Valves...................................................................................................................................09/91
Legacy Cylinder Head Resurfacing (Grinding) Specifications Clarification................................................... 10/91
Justy Cylinder Head Installation and Retorquing Clarification....................................................................... 11/91
Legacy Turbo Models - Oil In the Coolant.....................................................................................................08/92
Oil Leaks.........................................................................................................................................................09/92
Correction to Legacy Turbo Oil Leaks in the September Update..................................................................10/92
Justy Balancer Chain Replacement............................................................................................................... 11/92
1991MY–‘1992MY Legacy Turbo and All ‘92MY N.A. M/T “High Idle Complaint” ........................................12/92
1992MY Legacy Turbo Stalls After Start-Up Hot or Cold..............................................................................12/92
1992MY SVX Trouble Code 56, EGR System................................................................................................12/92
Loyale “Engine Ping” Complaint SPI..............................................................................................................01/93
1992MY SVX Auxiliary Air Valve Disconnection.............................................................................................04/93
All Justy Models Drivability Complaints.........................................................................................................08/93
Justy with Multiple Failure Codes Including Code 41 in ECU Memory..........................................................09/93
L-Series/Loyale 1.8 Liter OHC Valve Servicing..............................................................................................09/93
Correction to All Justy Models Drivability Complaints, August Update.........................................................10/93
1993MY Legacy Models, Electronic Control Unit “Rom” Installation............................................................10/93
Replacement Engine Oil Filters......................................................................................................................12/93
Loyale and Legacy HLA Noise.......................................................................................................................04/94
1995MY Legacy Spark Plugs.........................................................................................................................10/94
Synthetic Lubricant Usage.............................................................................................................................10/94
Idle Quality Complaints On ‘95MY Legacy....................................................................................................02/95
Synthetic Engine Oil.......................................................................................................................................02/95
Engine Testing-Back to Basics......................................................................................................................04/95
Synthetic Lubricant Usage - Updated Information........................................................................................ 07/95
Oil Viscosity Change for 1996MY Subaru Vehicles........................................................................................10/95
2.5 Liter Motor Engine Knocking or Tapping Noise........................................................................................01/96
1997MY Engine Noise....................................................................................................................................09/96
Legacy 2.2L and Impreza 1.8L, 2.2L Engine Oil Filling...................................................................................09/96
Welcome To Shim City...................................................................................................................................10/96
New Cambelt Tensioner.................................................................................................................................04/97
Assembling 1997MY and Newer Engines......................................................................................................08/97
Molybdenum Coating On Pistons.................................................................................................................. 10/97
Engine Noise.................................................................................................................................................. 11/97
2.5L Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence.................................................................................. 11/97
Legacy Engine Belt Guides............................................................................................................................05/98
1996MY 2.5L Exhaust Valves.........................................................................................................................09/98
2.2L Front Crankshaft Oil Seals.....................................................................................................................10/98
1999MY Legacy Short Blocks........................................................................................................................ 11/98
Leaking Front Crankshaft Oil Seals................................................................................................................01/99
SIA Installed Engine Oil..................................................................................................................................03/99
2000MY Spark Plug Application Chart (revised 01-31-00).............................................................................04/00
Engine Noise when Cold................................................................................................................................08/00
Oil Pumps – Replacement vs. Resealing....................................................................................................... 01/01
3.0L 6 Cylinder Valve Train Servicing.............................................................................................................02/01
Subject: Engine Noise when Cold..................................................................................................................02/01
Three Bond 1280B.........................................................................................................................................05/01
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02-Engine
2002MY WRX Turbo Cool Down Procedure..................................................................................................06/01
Oil filters: H-4 versus H-6 Engines........................................................................................................... 03-04/02
2.0L Camshaft Cap Torque Correction..........................................................................................................08/02
DOHC Turbo Valve Specification..............................................................................................................09-10/02
Subject: Engine Noise when Cold............................................................................................................ 01-02/03
Radiator Hose Leakage............................................................................................................................ 01-02/03
SOA Replacement Ignition Wire Set........................................................................................................ 01-02/03
Coolant Seepage from Water Pump..............................................................................................................05/03
2004 Baja and Forester Turbo Engine Oil Filters............................................................................................05/03
Cam Belt Tensioner Replacement.................................................................................................................. 07/03
Vehicle Re-engineering/modifying................................................................................................................. 07/03
All Turbo Model Oil Filters.............................................................................................................................. 07/03
Head Gasket Repairs..................................................................................................................................... 11/03
Oil Filter Application Clarification................................................................................................................... 11/03
Engine Noise – All H6 Vehicles....................................................................................................................... 01/04
H6 Cylinder Head Bolt Torqueing Procedures...............................................................................................02/04
Cylinder Bore Size Location Information........................................................................................................03/04
Cruise Control Cable Retainer Clip: WWQ-01...............................................................................................04/04
Pressure Washing of Vehicle Engine Compartment – All Models..................................................................08/04
Intercooler Spray Tank...................................................................................................................................03/05
Oil Classification Change for 2006MY Vehicles............................................................................................. 07/05
Shortblocks Replaced Under Warranty.........................................................................................................08/05
P/N 11063AB120: LH Cylinder Head Assembly.............................................................................................09/05
Engine Testing – Back to the Basics..............................................................................................................10/05
Safe Handling of Sodium Filled Valves...........................................................................................................10/05
Coolant Seepage from Water Pumps............................................................................................................10/05
Remanufactured SOHC Shortblocks and Bulletin 02-96-05......................................................................... 11/05
Bank1, Bank 2................................................................................................................................................01/06
Valve Stem Oil Seals......................................................................................................................................02/06
Rubbing Mark on Timing Belt.........................................................................................................................02/06
Platinum Spark Plug Change Intervals...........................................................................................................04/06
Turbo Failures.................................................................................................................................................05/06
H6 Oil Level Explained...................................................................................................................................06/06
Basics, Basics, Basics...................................................................................................................................06/06
Turbocharger Oil Supply Filter........................................................................................................................03/07
Engine Oil Specification Information..............................................................................................................05/07
3.6L H-6 Oil Filter Wrench Information........................................................................................................... 07/07
Cranks Over But Won’t Start?........................................................................................................................ 10/07
2008 M/Y 3.6L Engine Oil Dipstick................................................................................................................ 11/07
Tribeca Oil Cooler Line Clamps...................................................................................................................... 11/07
Revised Turbocharger Oil Supply Piping........................................................................................................ 01/08
Subaru Valve Adjustment Information............................................................................................................02/08
More Valve Adjustment Information...............................................................................................................04/08
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug Gaskets: NOT All the Same!................................................................................05/08
Don’t Forget To Check Those Banjo Bolt Filters............................................................................................ 07/08
WWM-96 Rear Suspension Sub-Frame Corrosion Campaign...................................................................... 11/08
Bank-Specific Misfires & Active Valve Control System (Variable Valve Timing- VVT)....................................01/09
Oil Filter Replacement Precautions................................................................................................................02/09
Important Short / Long-Block Replacement Reminder.................................................................................03/09
P0171, Rough Running Condition after Cold Start.........................................................................................04/09
Turbocharged Engines: Oil Supply Reminder................................................................................................08/09
2010 M/Y Legacy & Outback 3.6L Engine Cover Removal............................................................................10/09
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02-Engine
Engine Oil Leaks – A Reminder......................................................................................................................05/10
Valve Adjustment and Clearance Measurement the Right Way.....................................................................06/10
4-Cylinder Crankshaft Oil Seal Replacement Procedures............................................................................. 07/10
Don’t Forget to Check the EGR Valve............................................................................................................ 12/10
DTC P0128 Information.................................................................................................................................. 12/10
2011 M/Y Forester N/A Revised Oil Filler Cap................................................................................................ 02/11
Leaking Engine Oil Seals? Don’t Forget to Check the PCV!......................................................................... 02/11
Fluid Leak Detection Made Easier................................................................................................................. 04/11
Revised Cylinder Head Gasket Diagnostic Procedure................................................................................... 05/11
2010 M/Y and Newer Oil Pan Damage........................................................................................................... 06/11
2011 M/Y Forester (FB Engine) Cam Position Sensor Information................................................................. 06/11
2010 M/Y and Later Impreza WRX and STI Turbo Charger and Stay Bracket.............................................. 06/11
FB25/20 Engine Crankshaft Sensor Reluctor Indexing.................................................................................. 10/11
Excessive Noise from the Engine Under Boost.............................................................................................02/12
2010 and Later Legacy and Outback 3.6 Engine Cover Removal.................................................................. 05/12
2007 to 2009 Cylinder Head Identification.....................................................................................................06/12
BZR Fuel Injection Operational Characteristics.............................................................................................06/12
Turbo Charges And Piping.............................................................................................................................08/12
Front Chain Cover Oil Leaks.......................................................................................................................... 12/12
Too Much Oil in the Engine............................................................................................................................03/13
Understanding The Relationship Between Cam Crank Position Sensors.....................................................04/13
2013 Legacy/Outback Spec Change to Engine Under Cover........................................................................04/13
2012 WRX and STI Motor Mounts..................................................................................................................05/13
Remanufactured Short Blocks.......................................................................................................................05/13
2.0 and 2.5 FA/FB Chain Driven Engine Timing Information.......................................................................... 09/13
Engine oil expansion, Fact or Fiction............................................................................................................. 12/13
FA and FB Engine Connecting Rod Bolt Removal Tip...................................................................................02/14
FA and FB Engine Timing ChainTensioner Initial Setting Information............................................................ 03/14
Piston Ring Installation TIPS.......................................................................................................................... 03/14
Discoloration of Cylinder Walls...................................................................................................................... 04/14
Too Much Oil In The Engine Revisited ...........................................................................................................06/14
Hard Starting, Extended Engine Cranking Concerns Revisited..................................................................... 12/14
FA and FB Engine Crank Sprocket Timing Mark Important Reminder..........................................................04/15
2015-16 MY WRX Engine Cover Removal Precaution.................................................................................... 09/15
Cam Sprocket Replacement for P000A-P000D A Reminder......................................................................... 10/15
Addressing Accessory Drive Belt Noise........................................................................................................02/16
Timing Chain Cover Installation......................................................................................................................04/16
Smoke from Exhaust on DIT Turbo vehicles.................................................................................................. 12/17
Allowable Repairs to CVT Assemblies...........................................................................................................03/18
Engine Oil Pressure Specification Discrepancies.......................................................................................... 07/18
Fluid Leak Detection Made Easier................................................................................................................. 11/18
H6 Cylinder Head Replacement Precaution..................................................................................................06/19
P0507 After Engine Service, Abnormal Idle Speed........................................................................................03/20
Rough Idle with AVCS DTCs..........................................................................................................................03/20
Improved Diagnosis of Engine Oil Leakage, Leak Trace Powder Revisited...................................................03/21
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03-Drive Train-Transaxle
03-Drive Train-Transaxle
Shifter-Rattle “L” Series 4WD M/T and XT FWD or 4WD M/T....................................................................... 07/91
Legacy Rear Diff.............................................................................................................................................08/91
Manual Transmission Gear Oil....................................................................................................................... 01/92
L-Series and XT Models With Stepped Flywheels.........................................................................................04/92
All Subaru Models Rear Differential Assembly Replacement........................................................................05/92
Legacy/SVX Limited-Slip Rear Differential.................................................................................................... 06/92
1992MY Loyale Shifter Rattle On 4WD 5-Speed Models..............................................................................08/92
All Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles......................................................................................................................... 11/92
All Subaru Models Wheel Bearing Replacement...........................................................................................06/93
Legacy Axle Repairs...................................................................................................................................... 07/93
Justy Drive Axle Installation...........................................................................................................................09/93
Diagnosing 3SP Automatic Transmissions Starting In Second Gear............................................................. 11/93
Justy ECVT Transmissions That Won’t Up-Ratio After Rebuild..................................................................... 11/93
Rear Differential Replacement.......................................................................................................................12/93
3 Speed Automatic Clutch Drum Wear..........................................................................................................01/94
Manual Shift Lock Release on ‘94MY SVX....................................................................................................02/94
3-Speed Automatic Differential Rebuilding....................................................................................................05/94
Replacing AWD Rear Wheel Bearings on Legacy, Impreza, and SVX...........................................................04/95
Inspection of Clutch Free Play During PDI..................................................................................................... 07/95
Automatic Impreza Rear Differentials.............................................................................................................05/96
Outback Gear Ratios......................................................................................................................................05/96
Where’s The Hill Holder?................................................................................................................................10/96
Inspection of Clutch Free Play During PDI .................................................................................................... 11/96
Noise from Rear Axle Oil Seal-Legacy Models.............................................................................................. 01/97
‘97MY Legacy Rear Differential Crossmember Bracket Noise & Vibration.................................................... 01/97
Rear Differential Modifications.......................................................................................................................04/97
All Subaru Models with Stepped & Flat Flywheels........................................................................................ 07/97
Additional Parts Information on Differential Modifications............................................................................. 07/97
Identifying 1997 Subaru Legacy Propeller Shafts.......................................................................................... 07/97
1997MY Legacy Rear Differential Crossmember Bracket Noise & Vibration................................................. 10/97
Grease Leaking From Inner Axle Joints.........................................................................................................02/98
Rear Differential Vent Oil Leakage..................................................................................................................04/98
Legacy Engine Belt Guides............................................................................................................................05/98
1998MY Vehicles Leaking Axle Grease..........................................................................................................09/98
M/T Case Boss Wear.....................................................................................................................................09/98
5MT Popping Out Of First Gear.....................................................................................................................10/98
Shifter Rattle...................................................................................................................................................02/99
All 1999MY Manual Transmission Vehicle......................................................................................................03/99
Transmission/Rear Differential Gear Ratios...................................................................................................06/99
Popping Out Of Fifth Gear.............................................................................................................................01/00
1999/2000MY Manual Transmissions Popping Out Of 1st Gear...................................................................04/00
2001MY Outback H6-3.0 VDC Precautions................................................................................................... 11/00
Variable Torque Distribution...........................................................................................................................05/01
All Subaru Rear Differentials.......................................................................................................................... 10/01
Use of Correct Fluids.....................................................................................................................................08/02
Parts Supersession 2002MY Outback & Impreza 1st Driven Gear...........................................................09-10/02
Transmission Popping Out of 3rd Gear..........................................................................................................05/03
On The Car Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement Procedure............................................................................09/03
Impreza WRX Driveability...............................................................................................................................04/04
2005MY Manual Transmission Speedometer Gears......................................................................................06/05
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03-Drive Train-Transaxle
STi Rear Differential Oil.................................................................................................................................. 07/05
Impreza STI Characteristics...........................................................................................................................01/06
Clutch Pedal Squeak......................................................................................................................................05/06
Manual Transmission Center Differential Damage.........................................................................................10/06
STI / DCCD “Klunking Noise”.........................................................................................................................02/08
6 M/T “Quick TIPS”........................................................................................................................................03/08
DTC P1720, DCCD Code in Memory, 2008 STI.............................................................................................09/08
Squeaking Noise When Operating the Clutch Pedal.....................................................................................02/09
2010 M/Y Legacy & Outback Sound at Initial Start-Up.................................................................................08/09
Tribeca Rear Differential Temp Light Flickering..............................................................................................04/10
Updated M/T Transmission Drain Plug Gasket Information...........................................................................06/10
2010-11 M/Y Legacy / Outback “Howling” from Under the Vehicle............................................................... 01/11
2010 M/Y & Later Legacy / Outback 6 M/T Reverse Gear Damage.............................................................. 01/12
BRZ Manual Transmission Sounds................................................................................................................06/12
Color Change To Manual Trans Oil Level Dipstick......................................................................................... 10/12
All Manual Transmission Equipped Vehicles.................................................................................................. 11/12
2015 WRX Short Throw Shifter Precautions.................................................................................................. 05/14
Transmission Cooler Flushing........................................................................................................................08/15
BRZ 6M/T Rattling Sound on Deceleration w/AC On.................................................................................... 09/15
Reminder-Cleaning and Lubrication of Clutch Release Components........................................................... 11/15
P2751 and no CVT Engagement....................................................................................................................05/16
AT Learning Control Information....................................................................................................................06/16
Transmission Replacement Procedures........................................................................................................06/16
No Movement after Valve Body Replacement on 10-12 Legacy/Outback CVT.............................................08/16
Clutch Release Component Lubrication........................................................................................................ 10/16
Clutch Release Component Lubrication and Inspection Revisited................................................................ 11/16
Unnecessary CVT Replacement’s................................................................................................................. 12/16
HARMAN AUDIO UNITS: Audio Volume Turned To Max When Monitoring Infotainment Data Monitor........ 03/17
AT Learning Control Information.....................................................................................................................11/17
Smoke from Exhaust on DIT Vehicles............................................................................................................ 12/17
P2751 and no CVT Engagement.................................................................................................................... 09/18
Selectable Shift Fork Identification Marks..................................................................................................... 01/19
Squeak/Chirp Sound from High-Torque CVT When Shifting from P/N to D..................................................04/20
AT Learning Control Information ................................................................................................................... 07/20
Wiring Clarification for Guide Plate B Installation (TSB 16-112-18R).............................................................. 07/20
P2751, Vehicle does not Move When in Gear ...............................................................................................09/20
Front Differential Failure After Transmission R&R.......................................................................................... 11/20
Binding/Sound While Turning ........................................................................................................................ 11/20
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04-Steering
04-Steering
Loyale Power Steering Pump Failures............................................................................................................05/91
XT-6 Mps Controller Set................................................................................................................................. 01/92
XT-6 Electronic Controlled Motor Drive Power Steering Service Manual Supplement ................................04/92
XT-6 Motor Power Steering “Motor Pump” ...................................................................................................05/92
All Models Power Steering Pumps.................................................................................................................06/92
Testing Power Steering Pumps......................................................................................................................06/93
SVX Power Steering Pump Replacement......................................................................................................02/94
Steering Rack Noise....................................................................................................................................... 01/97
Power Steering Pump Replacement..............................................................................................................03/97
2004MY Impreza and Forester Steering Column Cover................................................................................10/03
Parts Ordering Update for VSC Steering Angle Sensor.................................................................................10/03
Power Steering Rack Repairs........................................................................................................................ 11/05
2006MY STI Steering Angle Sensor...............................................................................................................02/06
Power Steering Pump Noise..........................................................................................................................04/07
2005 & Later SIA-Built Steering Rack Rebuilding Tool Info...........................................................................10/08
Power Steering Rack Serviceability............................................................................................................... 06/11
Electronic Power Steering.............................................................................................................................. 10/14
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05-Suspension-Wheels & Tires
05-Suspension-Wheels & Tires
Legacy Rear Stabilizer Link Bushing Seat Change........................................................................................ 07/91
Loyale Rear Alignment .................................................................................................................................. 10/91
All Models Alignment (Front & Rear) Tips ......................................................................................................02/92
Legacy 4WD Noise Coming From Right or Left Rear Area ...........................................................................10/92
Legacy Front End “Pop” Noise .....................................................................................................................10/92
All Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles ........................................................................................................................ 11/92
All Models Wheel Lug Torque ....................................................................................................................... 11/92
1993MY Impreza Rear Suspension “Passive Four Wheel Steering” .............................................................05/93
All Subaru Models with Air Suspension, Including Legacy (“O” Rings).........................................................06/93
Production Line Installation of Oil Filter and Power Steering Reservoir Filling .............................................06/93
All Subaru Models Front End Alignment .......................................................................................................08/93
1992MY SVX Rear Suspension .....................................................................................................................08/93
Impreza Wheels - 13” vs. 14” ........................................................................................................................01/94
Impreza Rear Strut Noise Production Change ..............................................................................................02/94
1991MY Legacy Complaint of Banging Over Bumps, Especially Prevalent In the Right Rear ......................03/94
Impreza Rear Strut Noise Production Change ..............................................................................................04/94
Impreza Tire Rotation/Maintenance ..............................................................................................................06/94
Procedures for Yokahama Tire Complaints ..................................................................................................02/95
Noisy Impreza Rear Struts ............................................................................................................................09/95
Front Suspension Noise, 1995/96MY Subaru Legacy ..................................................................................04/96
Impreza Outback Tires ..................................................................................................................................09/96
1996MY & 1997MY 2.2L Manual Transmission Equipped Vehicle.................................................................09/96
Additional Tire Information For ‘97MY Impreza Outback............................................................................... 11/96
Axle Shaft Grease..........................................................................................................................................08/99
Recommended Winter Tires for 2000MY Outback........................................................................................01/00
2000MY Outback Winter (Snow) Tire Information (supplemental).................................................................03/00
Tire Questions and Information Handling Procedures...................................................................................09/01
WRX and STI Recommended Winter/Snow Tires.......................................................................................... 11/03
Stick-On Wheel Weights................................................................................................................................09/04
2003MY Keyless Entry Control Module Interchangeability............................................................................09/04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...................................................................................................................10/04
2005MY Legacy/Outback – Use of Tire Chains.............................................................................................12/04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Equipped Vehicles........................................................................12/04
STi Clunk Noise in Rear..................................................................................................................................02/05
Rear Stabilizer Link Positioning......................................................................................................................10/05
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – A Reminder............................................................................................ 11/05
B9 Tribeca Spare Tire Availability...................................................................................................................02/06
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – Additional Information...............................................................03/06
Tire Valve Stem Caps.....................................................................................................................................03/06
2005~06MY Legacy/Outback Lower Control Arm Bushings.........................................................................05/06
TPMS Valve Core Tool....................................................................................................................................06/06
B9 Tribeca Torque Support Plate Revised Torque Specification...................................................................08/06
Oil Seepage / Leaking From Struts................................................................................................................ 01/07
Customer Concern about Tire Conicity & Vehicle Drift..................................................................................02/07
2008 MY Tire Pressure Monitor (TPMS) Changes.........................................................................................05/07
Emergency Wheel Lock Removal..................................................................................................................06/07
Wheel Lug Torque Specs............................................................................................................................... 11/07
Use of Nitrogen in the Tires of Subaru Vehicles.............................................................................................12/08
2010-11 Legacy / Outback Steering Vibration Updates: Helpful Hints...........................................................09/10
Tire Pressure Monitor System Reminders..................................................................................................... 10/10
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05-Suspension-Wheels & Tires
2011 M/Y Tire Pressure Monitor System “Quick TIP”.................................................................................... 11/10
Rear Stabilizer Bar Identification.................................................................................................................... 03/11
Front / Rear Suspension Strut Piston Seal Damage.......................................................................................11/11
Front-End Rattling Noises Over Bumps..........................................................................................................11/11
Tribeca Spare Tire Color Change................................................................................................................... 10/12
2005 And Up Front Lower Control Arm Bushings..........................................................................................05/13
Tire Pressures-Check that Spare................................................................................................................... 11/13
Wheel Lug Socket Recommendation............................................................................................................. 03/14
Abnormal Noise Diagnosis............................................................................................................................. 07/16
New Model Alignment Specifications............................................................................................................ 11/18
Abnormal Noise Diagnosis............................................................................................................................. 12/18
2019 Ascent Noise from Rear Over Rough Roads......................................................................................... 10/19
New Model Alignment Specifications............................................................................................................02/20
C2921 and Intermittent TPMS DTC Diagnosis...............................................................................................04/20
Abnormal Noise Diagnosis............................................................................................................................. 01/21
Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Repair Procedure....................................................................................03/21
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06-Brakes
06-Brakes
Legacy ABS Control Unit Code 10 ................................................................................................................ 01/92
ABS Light Illumination Code 16 (G-Sensor) ..................................................................................................02/92
Legacy Brake Vibration Complaints ..............................................................................................................06/92
Legacy Front Disc Brake Pad Wear .............................................................................................................. 11/92
Legacy Right-Hand Drive Vehicles ................................................................................................................12/92
Legacy ABS-2E System ................................................................................................................................02/93
Anti-Lock Brakes For Legacy ........................................................................................................................03/93
Legacy Brake Pads .......................................................................................................................................10/93
1994MY Impreza Hill Holder “Ghost Cars” ...................................................................................................01/94
Legacy Brake Rotors .....................................................................................................................................02/94
Impreza Throttle Position Switch Adjustment ...............................................................................................06/94
Non-Approved Adjustments on Legacy, Impreza, &d SVX Throttle Plates and ISC Valves ..........................06/94
Rusty Brake Rotors ....................................................................................................................................... 07/94
Brake Rotor Machining With Pro-Cut Equipment .........................................................................................08/94
TCS Operation with ‘T-Type’ Spare ...............................................................................................................10/94
ABS Code 16 - Faulty ABS Control Unit or ‘G’ Sensor (AWD, M/T Model) ..................................................10/94
Reading ABS Codes on Early Subaru Legacy Models ................................................................................. 07/95
Subaru Legacy - ABS Light on ......................................................................................................................08/95
Brake Fluid Basics .........................................................................................................................................09/95
ABS And Select Monitor Usage ....................................................................................................................09/95
ABS/TCS Equipped Legacy Vehicles ............................................................................................................10/95
1995MY/1996MY Subaru Legacy with ABS .................................................................................................. 11/95
1996MY Subaru Legacy Equipped With ABS/5.3 System ............................................................................ 11/95
ABS-2E Control Units & ABS Code 23 ..........................................................................................................12/95
Vehicle Not Complying With Federal & State Regulations ............................................................................12/95
Intermittent Wheel Sensor Codes in Early Legacy ABS Systems (Non ABS-2E) .........................................12/95
Brake Noise...What Is Normal? ......................................................................................................................02/96
5.3 ABS System Service Manual ..................................................................................................................06/96
Component Relocation with 5.3 ABS System ...............................................................................................06/96
ABS Equipped Subaru Vehicles System Check ............................................................................................08/96
New 5.3I Type ABS System ...........................................................................................................................02/97
5.3I ABS System Information Update ...........................................................................................................03/97
ABS 5.3I Service Manual ...............................................................................................................................04/97
Identifying ABS Systems ...............................................................................................................................05/97
ABS 5.3I ABS Warning Light Operation ........................................................................................................ 10/97
ABS/TCS Code 57 ........................................................................................................................................01/98
Use of Non-Approved Brake Additives .........................................................................................................05/98
1999MY Forester ABS ...................................................................................................................................02/99
Brake Judder & Noise; All Models .................................................................................................................03/99
2002MY Impreza Brake Rotor Scoring...........................................................................................................06/01
Bulletin Numbers 03-31-03 & PT 370303....................................................................................................... 01/04
Bleeding Brembo Brake System on WRX STI Models...................................................................................03/04
STI Brake Shim Kit.........................................................................................................................................09/04
Brake Pad Wear Indicator..............................................................................................................................03/05
B9 Tribeca Brake Servicing............................................................................................................................05/05
Preventive Measure for Surface Rust around Disk Brake Pad.......................................................................05/06
Brake Rotor Concentric Scaring.................................................................................................................... 01/07
VDC Control Module Servicing......................................................................................................................09/07
ABS Code C0111- ABS Motor Relay Function............................................................................................... 12/07
ABS / VDC Detail Codes and How to Use Them...........................................................................................03/08
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06-Brakes
New TPMS Transmitter Design Reminders....................................................................................................06/08
Brake Rotor Information.................................................................................................................................12/08
Tapping or Clicking Noise, 2008-09 Impreza.................................................................................................03/09
Brembo-Equipped Disc Brake Noise.............................................................................................................03/09
More C0054 & C0074 Information..................................................................................................................04/09
EPB Emergency Manual Release Procedure................................................................................................. 11/09
2010 M/Y Legacy & Outback Master Cylinder Removal Precaution..............................................................02/10
“Click or Knock” Sound When Releasing the Brake Pedal............................................................................05/10
WVY-35 Master Cylinder Installation Precaution........................................................................................... 01/12
ABS Brake System Applied Model Information.............................................................................................03/12
Vehicles Equipped with Eyesight.................................................................................................................... 07/12
Important Precautions For Eyesight Equipped Vehicles................................................................................08/12
13 BRZ Revised Vehicle Stability Control Diagnostics................................................................................... 11/12
12/13 Impreza Parking Brake Information...................................................................................................... 11/12
EyeSight System Temporary Stop Information..............................................................................................02/13
Click Or Knock Sound When Releasing The Brake Pedal (Reminder) ..........................................................02/13
Proper Reporting of Eyesight Related Issues................................................................................................04/13
Precautions & Diagnostic Tips for Eyesight Equipped Vehicles.....................................................................04/13
Brake Override System Operation and Hesitation Complaints...................................................................... 11/13
2015 Legacy and Outback Electronic Parking Brake Codes C1956 or C1957.............................................. 08/14
What’s That Green Stuff under the Master Cylinder Reservoir Cap..............................................................05/15
Brake Fluid Color Change.............................................................................................................................. 07/15
Hill Holder or Parking Brake (EPB) Won’t Release......................................................................................... 11/15
Eyesight Replacement Parts..........................................................................................................................08/16
2017 Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB), Red Area Appears In Back-Up Camera Display............................ 01/17
Hill Start Assist Light On but No Codes......................................................................................................... 03/17
2017 Impreza Brake Caliper Oil Residue.........................................................................................................11/17
Tap or Click – Type Sound Heard When Coming to a Stop – 2019MY Ascent.............................................. 01/19
C0271 After Park Brake Actuator Replacement.............................................................................................02/19
Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)- Important Information............................................................................ 10/19
2017 and Up Impreza Brake Caliper Assembly Oil Residue.......................................................................... 12/19
2018+ STI Green Brake Caliper Discoloration................................................................................................09/20
VDC Control Module Replacement Followed by SRH Warning Light Information......................................... 01/21
C1921 – Electronic Parking Brake Inoperative ..............................................................................................02/21
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07-Electrical
07-Electrical
Justy ECVT/Ignition Relay ............................................................................................................................. 07/91
Legacy Intermittent Hard Or No Start/Ground Shock Tower ........................................................................ 07/91
Legacy Ignition Relay .................................................................................................................................... 07/91
Justy MPI Codes 11, 13 ................................................................................................................................. 07/91
Phantom Code 22, Knock Sensor 87-89MY “L” And XT Series.....................................................................09/91
A/T Shift Lock System/Loyale ......................................................................................................................12/91
L-Series OHV Engine-Engine Will Not Shut-Off ............................................................................................ 01/92
SVX and Legacy Brake Lights Staying On .................................................................................................... 01/92
Legacy Poor Radio Reception/Low Volume Output .....................................................................................03/92
90MY to Present Justy MPI Distributor Wiring ..............................................................................................04/92
Legacy S/W Fuse No.5 Continually Blows-Out ............................................................................................05/92
Legacy Sunvisor Lighted Mirror Wiring #15 Fuse ..........................................................................................05/92
Legacy Starters .............................................................................................................................................10/92
1992 MY Legacy & SVX Ignition Relay ..........................................................................................................10/92
Aftermarket Batteries .................................................................................................................................... 11/92
1992MY SIA Legacy S/W Rear Gate Telltale Light Won’t Go Out ................................................................. 11/92
Justy Trouble Code 23: Pressure Sensor ......................................................................................................01/93
1993MY Impreza Relays ................................................................................................................................05/93
Electrical Tips ................................................................................................................................................ 07/93
Legacy Sunroof Wiring Schematic & Switch Operation ................................................................................09/93
Electrical Problems? Check the Fuse ..........................................................................................................10/93
Impreza Headlamp Information .....................................................................................................................10/93
1990MY Legacy with Code 41 in ECU Memory ............................................................................................ 11/93
1990MY Legacy Code 42 Throttle Position Switch from ECM ..................................................................... 11/93
ROM Application Chart ................................................................................................................................. 11/93
1993MY Loyale Intermittent Wiper Wiring Diagram ......................................................................................01/94
Six-Step Troubleshooting Method .................................................................................................................02/94
Rear Defogger Wiring & Terminal Repair Kit .................................................................................................02/94
1990MY-Present Loyale Fuel Pump Control Unit Wiring Diagram ................................................................03/94
1992MY SVX ROMS ......................................................................................................................................03/94
Battery Charging ...........................................................................................................................................03/94
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