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Service Manual Corrections (18-203-20)

Publication date: 2020-11-20
Reference number: 18-203-20

SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS

SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 18-203-20, Date of Issue:  November 20, 2020
SUBARU: 2010-21MY Legacy/Outback

APPLICABILITY

2010-21MY Legacy/Outback

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as guides for becoming aware of the latest changes. We advise you to always refer to the STIS web site when looking for the latest Service information. Printed pages will not  be made available to update printed Service Manuals.

Paper manuals may have different page numbering then what is reflected below, based on multiple new and revised pages. Please refer to the information contained on the STIS web site for all future, update service manual information. 

YEAR MODEL SECTION SUB-SECTION PAGE or CHAPTER DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
2021 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Diagnosis Engine (H4DOYC) Diag procedure with DTC Diagram and diagnostic steps changed for DTCs P0480 & 0481.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
2020 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Engine (H4DO) Fuel Injection Intake Manifold Removal steps changed, steps added.
Transmission CVT (TR690) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
CVT (TR580) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Diagnosis Engine (H4DOTC) Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTCs P0480 and 481.
Door Mirror Inpection mode and diagnostics Inspection mode and diagnostic steps added.
Tellematics Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC B2A16 and U115B.
Body & Electrical/Wiring System Tire Pressure Monitor Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC C2921.
Wiring System CVT Control System Electrical Diagrams changed.
2019 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
Diagnosis Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC B2910 and B2911.
Tire Pressure Monitor Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC C2921.
Body & Electrical/Wiring System Exterior/Interior Trim Roof Rail Images changes and installation steps updated.
2018 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Transmission CVT (TR690) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
CVT (TR580) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
Diagnosis Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC B2910 and B2911.
Tire Pressure Monitor Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC C2921.
Body & Electrical/Wiring System Exterior/Interior Trim Roof Rail Images changes and installation steps updated.
2017 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Transmission CVT (TR690) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
CVT (TR580) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
Body & Electrical/Wiring System Exterior/Interior Trim Roof Rail Images changes and installation steps updated.
2016 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Transmission CVT (TR690) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
CVT (TR580) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
Body & Electrical/Wiring System Exterior/Interior Trim Roof Rail Images changes and installation steps updated.
2015 Legacy/Outback Transmission CVT (TR690) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
CVT (TR580) TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
Body & Electrical/Wiring System Exterior/Interior Trim Roof Rail Images changes and installation steps updated.
2014 Legacy/Outback Diagnosis CVT Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC P2762.
Transmission CVT TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
2013 Legacy/Outback Diagnosis CVT Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC P2762.
Transmission CVT TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
2012 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Diagnosis CVT Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC P2762.
Transmission CVT TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
2011 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Diagnosis CVT Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC P2762.
Transmission CVT TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.
2010 Legacy/Outback General Description Recommended Materials Grease Front brake pad and support grease changed. Rear disc brake support grease added.
Diagnosis CVT Diagnostic procedure with DTC Diagnostic steps changed for DTC P2762.
Transmission CVT TCM Installation Steps added to TCM installation.
Brakes Front & rear brake pads Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Front and rear disk brake assembly Installation Grease application steps added. Grease recommendation changed.
Stop Light Switch Adjustment Adjustment steps added.