SB-06-48-15

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SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:	
2014MY Forester							
NUMBER: 06-48-15
2008 -14MY WRX and STI				
DATE: 05/15/15
2012-14MY Impreza 2.0L
2013 -14MY XV Crosstrek (EXCEPT Hybrid Model)
SUBJECT:
Design Change to Stop Light Switch
INTRODUCTION
This bulletin announces a design change to the stop light switch to reduce the possibility of improper
illumination of the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp with resulting DTCs C1531 and/or C0054.
Details of the switch changes are shown in the illustration below.
PART INFORMATION
PART NAME:
NEW PART NUMBER:
SWITCH BODY COLOR
SWITCH STOP LP BUL
83311FJ000*
*Supersedes p.n. 83311FG011
Blue
COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION
The new switch was incorporated into production starting with the following VINs as listed below:
MODEL
STARTING VIN
Forester
Impreza 4-Door
Impreza 5-Door & XV Crosstrek
WRX & STI
E*548566
E*016289
E*259173
E*016346
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RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
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are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles,
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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.
Bulletin Number: 06-48-15 Date: 05/15/15
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SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION
Follow the procedure outlined in the Brake section of the applicable Service Manual when replacing
the stop lamp switch. Additional information regarding stop light switch replacement and adjustment
can be found in TSB 06-46-14, dated 4/22/2014 on STIS.
NOTE: The stop lamp switch installation and adjustment procedure varies from model to model.
The following procedure applies to all models listed in this bulletin EXCEPT 2012-14 Impreza and
XV Crosstrek (for those models, see below).
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The minimum brake pedal travel specification (amount of pedal travel before the stop lamps
come on) also varies between models. Using the illustrations below, measure the brake pedal
stroke by first measuring the distance “A” between the floor mat and the pedal. Depress the
brake pedal slowly until the brake lights come on “B” then record the second measurement.
Subtract “B” from “A” to obtain the pedal stroke measurement.
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The pedal stroke specification to activate the stop light switch is 5.5mm +/- 2.5mm (>3mm
but <8mm).
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If the measurement (switch activation) is out of specification, the stop light switch will need
to be adjusted. When the brake lights come on too soon (not enough pedal stroke), the switch
needs to be adjusted “inward” toward the bulkhead while if the pedal stroke is excessive
before the brake lights come on, the switch will need to be adjusted outward toward the
steering wheel. The switch adjustment is sensitive and in most cases, moving it just one
notch as shown in the illustrations above should bring the operation into specification since
one notch is equivalent to approximately 4mm of movement.
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Bulletin Number: 06-48-15 Date: 05/15/15
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2012-14 Impreza and XV Crosstrek Procedure:
The specification for 2012-14 Impreza and XV Crosstrek is 1.5 - 2.5 mm and is measured differently.
A .020” thick spacer shown as “a” in the illustration below is used for setting the gap between the
switch plunger and the pedal stopper.
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While pulling up the brake pedal toward the steering wheel, and with the stop light switch
installed, insert the spacer (a) between the pedal stopper (b) and the switch (c) as shown
in the illustration below. Turn the switch to the left to release it and back to the right
(clockwise) by 45° to “lock” it into position. Remove the spacer and measure the gap
(specification is 1.5 - 2.5mm) between the pedal stopper and switch plunger while pulling the
pedal toward the steering wheel. Reposition the switch inward or outward as needed until the
proper gap is achieved.
IMPORTANT: The stop lamp switch adjustment is critical for accurate ABS and VDC control
module input along with proper stop lamp operation.
WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION:
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period or a valid Subaru Added Security
Classic or Gold plan, this repair may be claimed using the following information:
LABOR DESCRIPTION
STOP LIGHT SWITCH R&R and ADJUST
LABOR
OPERATION #
FAIL
CODE
LABOR
TIME
A838-231
UAE43
0.3
REMINDER: 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 refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.
Bulletin Number: 06-48-15 Date: 05/15/15
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