Lifetime Tracking Data Displayed Incorrectly (09-79-21)

Publication date: 2021-09-08
Reference number: 09-79-21

LIFETIME TRACKING DATA DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 09-79-21, Date of Issue: September 08, 2021

SUBARU:

2021 WRX

APPLICABILITY

2021MY WRX

INTRODUCTION

This bulletin announces availability of ECM reprogramming files to address isolated concerns of inaccurate values being displayed when accessing Lifetime Tracking Data using the Subaru Select Monitor and/or a Generic Scan Tool (GST).

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION

This new logic has been installed on all WRX models as of starting VIN M9812997 (6MT) & M8813108 (CVT).

PAK FILE APPLICABILITY

Model	Model Year	Pak File name	Specification	Decryption Keyword	New CID
WRX	21MY	22765AR222.pak	MT	32C252ED	LF9K000E
WRX	21MY	22765AR231.pak	CVT	61D72DD6	LF9K000D

These new reprogramming files are included in the October 2021 SSM4 software update.

SERVICE PROCEDURE/INFORMATION

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

Reprogram the ECM following the normal FlashWrite 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.

NOTE:

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 GR8-1100 Diagnostic Battery Charger on STIS.
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.
Select the correct battery type (Flooded, EFB, Gel, AGM or AGM Spiral).
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.
If using a DCA-8000 Dynamic Diagnostic Charging System, set the power supply voltage to13.5 volts.
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.
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.
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 GR8-1100 and their Power Supply Mode feature have been tested and approved by SOA.

NOTE: After installation of the new reprograming files, the following data (shown in the Incorrect Value column of the tables below) will be reset to zero (0).

FOR SUBARU SELECT MONITOR:

Item Name	Description	Incorrect Value	Unit
IGNCNTR-L	Ignition Counter (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	cnts
FEOCNTR-L	Fueled Engine Operation Ignition Cycle Counter (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	cnts
ERT-L	Total Engine Run Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
IERT-L	Total Idle Engine Run Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
DT-L	Total Distance Traveled (Lifetime)	214748364.7 or more	km
FC-L	Total Fuel Consumed (Lifetime)	21474836.47 or more	l
PKE-L	Positive Kinetic Energy (Lifetime)	1	km/hr2
EOE-L	Engine Output Energy (Lifetime)	214748364.7 or more	kWh
PSA-L	Total Propulsion System Active Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
IPSA-L	Total Idle Propulsion System Active Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
CPSA-L	Total City Propulsion System Active Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec

FOR GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST):

Info Type ID	Description	Incorrect Value	Unit
0x16	Ignition Counter (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	cnts
0x16	Fueled Engine Operation Ignition Cycle Counter (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	cnts
0x16	Total Engine Run Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
0x16	Total Idle Engine Run Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
0x17	Total Distance Traveled (Lifetime)	214748364.7 or more	km
0x17	Total Fuel Consumed (Lifetime)	21474836.47 or more	l
0x18	Positive Kinetic Energy (Lifetime)	1	km/hr2
0x18	Engine Output Energy (Lifetime)	214748364.7 or more	kWh
0x19	Total Propulsion System Active Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
0x19	Total Idle Propulsion System Active Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec
0x19	Total City Propulsion System Active Time (Lifetime)	2147483647 or more	sec

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 #	Fail Code	Labor Time
MFI OBDII ECM Reprogramming	A455-288	UPG-48	0.4

IMPORTANT: Always note the original Calibration Identification number (CID) the vehicle came in with on the repair order before reprogramming and, make sure to list the NEW CID for any newly-installed programming (as confirmed from the actual control module AFTER installation). The NEW CID MUST also be noted on the repair order 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:

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.