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SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
SUBJECT:

2019-22MY Ascent

NUMBER: 07-219-23R
DATE: 02/10/23

Genuine Alternative Battery Replacement

REVISED: 08/10/23

INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery
introduced to satisfy current supply demands. The new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement
Battery has a higher capacity and is slightly larger in size. When replacing an original equipped
battery (SOA821B200 or SOA821B600) with this new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement
Battery (SOA821B900), additional parts will be required to ensure proper positioning and security.
Please refer to work procedures outlined below.
PART INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being
repaired.
Part Description
Part Description

Part Number

Battery

SOA821B900

Part Number

TRAY-BATTERY

82190AN000

ROD-BATTERY FIX

82161SJ000*

BATTERY COVER

82123AN000

*THE ORIGINAL ROD NUT MUST BE RETAINED FOR REUSE.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The parts listed
above must be ordered through PRIME.

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
Please review the battery identification, charging, and testing information provided in Service
Bulletin 07-178-21 prior to performing any battery testing and/or charging. ALWAYS confirm
Midtronics equipment has the latest software available.
IMPORTANT: The original battery cover, battery tray, and rear holding rod are to be cleaned and
returned to the customer.
CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They
are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles,
or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of the vehicle. Properly
trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to
do the job correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that this
Service Bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition.

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STEP 1: Refer to the applicable Service Manual and review: General Description > Repair Contents
> Action required before & after Battery Disconnect. Additionally, record any stored seat position(s)
before proceeding. Relearn any seat position memory after work is complete. If the power rear gate
(PRG) height has been customized, that position must also be noted and relearned.
STEP 2: Remove the battery as per the applicable Service Manual: Engine > STARTING/
CHARGING SYSTEMS > Battery > Removal

STEP 3: Replace the battery tray with the new part (p.n. 82190AN000).

STEP 4: Install the replacement battery cover (p.n. 82123AN000) to the alternative replacement battery.
Confirm the bottom of the cover is aligned flush with the bottom of the battery. DO NOT discard, this
must be returned to the customer.

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STEP 5: Assemble the ORIGINAL battery holder, NEW rear holding rod (p.n. 82161SJ000), and
the ORIGINAL front holding rod as shown below. The original rod nut can be transferred to the new
rear holding rod.

NOTE: DO NOT discard the original rear rod. This part is to be returned to be returned to the
customer.
STEP 6: Install the battery as per the applicable Service Manual: Engine > STARTING/CHARGING
SYSTEMS > Battery > Installation
STEP 7: Install the battery holder and holding rods on to the battery.
A. Torque the two holding rod mounting nuts to 3.5 N·m (2.6ft-lbs. or 31inch-lbs.).
B. Torque the positive terminal to 6 N·m (4.4ft-lbs. or 53inch-lbs.).
C. Torque the negative terminal to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.).
D. If the battery sensor is removed or disconnected torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inchlbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable
Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTSEMS > Battery Sensor.
NOTE: Confirm the battery holder is center mounted with the battery cables secured and routed
correctly.

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WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be submitted using
the following claim information:
Labor Description

Labor Operation #

Labor Time

STD FLOODED BATT TEST & REPL W/ ENHANCED
FLOODED BATT

B800-003

0.5

ADD TIME; MOUNTING HARDWARE R&R

C800-055

0.2

Fail Code
FFG-42

NOTE: A valid battery test code or an authorization with reason Leaking/cracked battery with
be required for Claim submission.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
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SOA strongly discourages the printing and/or local storage of service information as
previously released information and electronic publications may be updated at any time.

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Always check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing.

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

Bulletin Number: 07-219-23R; Revised: 08/10/23

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