Push Button Start Switch-Label Change (07-169-20)

PUSH BUTTON START SWITCH-LABEL CHANGE

TECHNICAL INFORMATION TIPS

APPLICABILITY

2013MY Legacy and Outback

2014-20MY Forester

2012-20MY Impreza

2013-20MY Crosstrek

2015-20MY WRX

2016-20MY BRZ

2019 MY Ascent

INTRODUCTION

This Service Information bulletin describes a change made to the labels applied to the push to start switches used on the models listed above. There has been NO change made to the operation or functionality of the switches. The label change was made for compliance reasons in the Indonesia, Argentina and China markets.

PART INFORMATION

The part number switches listed below include the new labels. Any changes identified between the OLD and NEW part labels can be disregarded.

REMINDER:  Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired.

83031FL001	83031FJ005
83031FL00B	83031VA001
83031VA011	83031FJ011
83031CA005	83031CA024

SERVICE PROCEDURE/INFORMATION

REMINDER:  Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.

Service procedures for switch replacement remain unchanged. Always refer to the applicable Service Manual and review the full requirements of the repair being performed. The Service Manual procedures contain information critical to performing an effective repair the first time and every time. This includes but is not limited to important SAFETY precautions, proper inspection criteria, necessary special tools, required processes and related one-time-use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS: 

• 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.
• Always check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing.
• Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.