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© 2022 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved.

SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:

2021-22MY Crosstrek
2020-22MY Forester

NUMBER: 07-205-22R
DATE: 03/15/22
REVISED: 04/14/25

SUBJECT:

Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) Information/
DTC U0162 – Lost Communication with Audio Visual
Navigation Display Module

INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle
Detection (SRVD) system. Under rare conditions, the radar function of the SRVD system may
experience a communication error and cause the SRVD warning message to appear. These new files
provide logic to enhance CAN communication with the rear radar assembly and the head unit. If a
customer experiences a SRVD warning lamp and DTC U0162 is stored within the SRVD control
module, reprogram the SRVD control module with the new logic.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The production change information is currently TBD.
PACK FILE APPLICABILITY:
Model

MY

Crosstrek

21

Forester

20-22

File Name

Decryption Keyword

87611VC002.pak

826DD595

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
Step 1) Using the Subaru Select Monitor 4 to check ECU numbers in both the Right-hand and lefthand Radar sensors.
“Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (LH)” diagnosis > “work support” > “ECU number.”
Reprogram the SRVD control module if you find ECU Part Number 87611VC000 or 87611VC001
for either radar sensor.
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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Perform the diagnostic procedures for DTC U0162 if the ECU Part Number is 87611VC002 for both
radar sensors.
Step 2) Prior to performing reprogramming procedure. Perform the following prerequisites:
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Turn the ignition switch to the “On” position with the engine not running.
Apply the Parking brake.
Move the gear selector to the Neutral (N) position.
Wait a period 5 minutes before continuing.

Note: Confirm the gear selector is NOT in the Park (P) position during reprogramming, as the
ignition switch may turn off automatically resulting in damage the control module.
Step 3) Connect a Midtronics DCA-800 or GR8-100 battery charger to the vehicle, utilize the Power
Supply Mode feature to supply a stable 13.5 volts.
Step 4) Reprogram the SRVD control module following the normal FlashWrite procedure.
Note: The SRVD control module will appear as RCR in the FlashWrite CPU selection box. Radar
Calibration is NOT required after reprogramming is performed.
Step 5) After completing the programming, perform Step 1 again to ensure both radar sensors have
ECU part numbers 87611VC002. If so, the work is complete. If either ECU Part Number remains
87611VC000 or 87611VC001, repeat the FlashWrite reprogramming procedure.
Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) highly recommends connecting either the Subaru Midtronics
DCA8000 Dynamic Diagnostic Charging System or the Subaru Midtronics GR8-1100 Diagnostic
Battery Charger to the vehicle and utilizing the Power Supply Mode feature anytime a vehicle control
module is being reprogrammed. Once the Midtronics charger is connected to the vehicle, if the
battery is fully charged, it takes less than three (3) minutes to boot-up the charger, select the Power
Supply Mode, and have the battery voltage stabilized and ready for reprogramming.
NOTES:
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IMPORTANT: The NEW decryption Keyword must be noted on the repair order for any
newly installed programming as this information is required for entry in the Miscellaneous
Detail field during claim submission.

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For instructions on using the power supply mode, reference the applicable User Manual for
the Midtronics DCA-8000 Dynamic Diagnostic Charging System and the Midtronics GR81100 Diagnostic Battery Charger on STIS.

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Confirm all electrical loads such as lights, audio, HVAC, seat heaters, and rear defroster are all
switched OFF before setting up the charger for Power Supply Mode.

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Select the correct battery type (Flooded, EFB, Gel, AGM or AGM Spiral).

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Input the CCA which matches the vehicle’s battery. NOTE: OE and replacement batteries
have different CCA ratings. Always confirm the battery’s CCA rating before proceeding.

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If using a DCA-8000 Dynamic Diagnostic Charging System, set the power supply voltage
to13.5 volts.

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DO NOT connect the DST-i or SDI until the Power Supply mode function has completed its
battery test mode and the Charging Voltage has dropped to and shows a steady 13.5 Volts on
the display.
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Once Power Supply Mode reaches a steady 13.5 volts, connect the DST-i or SDI to the OBD
connector and proceed with initiating the normal FlashWrite reprogramming process.

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Amperage will fluctuate based upon the vehicle’s demand for power. NOTE: If the voltage
rises beyond 14V while programming is in process, the procedure will abort. This can
indicate a need to test or charge the vehicle battery before any further attempt at programming
is made.

REMINDER: If the DCA-8000 or GR8-1100 indicates the vehicle’s battery must be charged, charge
the battery fully before proceeding to reprogram the vehicle while using the Power Supply Mode.
NOTE: Control module failures resulting from battery discharge during reprogramming are not a
matter for warranty. Should any DTCs reset after the reprogramming update is performed, diagnose
per the procedure outlined in the applicable Service Manual.
VERY IMPORTANT:
This information is applicable to the Subaru Midtronics DCA-8000 Dynamic Diagnostic Charging
System and the Subaru Midtronics GR8-1100 Diagnostic Battery Charger ONLY. It does not apply to
any other brand / type of “generic” battery charger whatsoever. ONLY the DCA-8000 and the GR81100 and their Power Supply Mode feature have been tested and approved by SOA.
Radar Calibration is NOT required after reprogramming is performed.
WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period or covered by an active Subaru
Added Security Classic or Gold plan, this repair may be submitted using the following claim
information:
Labor Description

Labor Operation #

Fail Code

Labor Time

SRVD/RCR CM Reprogramming

A067-810

UXP48

0.4

IMPORTANT: The NEW decryption Keyword must be noted on the repair order for any newly
installed programming as this information is required for entry in the Miscellaneous Detail field
during claim submission.
NOTE: The pak file listings provided in this bulletin are the latest available at the time of publishing.
Updates are often released thereafter without revision to the original bulletin. For this reason, it is
critical to always have the latest version of Select Monitor software installed on your system. You
can confirm if a later version is available by entering the CID listed in this bulletin into FlashWrite.
If a newer CID is shown as available in FlashWrite, reprogram using that file.
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: 07-205-22R; Revised: 04/14/25

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