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SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
2015-17MY Legacy and Outback
SUBJECT:
		
Airbag Control Module- Replacement Parts
Procedure Change
NUMBER: 07-163-19
DATE: 12/05/19
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin announces IMPORTANT changes to the parts ordering and Service
Procedures for replacement passenger airbag modules and airbag control modules used in the models
listed above. The change is due to discontinuation of the original equipment passenger airbag module
assemblies used in 2015-17MY vehicles. The replacement passenger airbag module assemblies
for the 2015-17 MY Legacy and Outback will now be the same part used in 2018MY Legacy and
Outback. The 2018MY Legacy and Outback also utilizes a different airbag control module than the
2015-17 MY Legacy and Outback. The 2018MY passenger airbag module assembly is now specified
for 2015-18MY vehicles. As a result, whenever installing the 2018MY passenger airbag module on
a 2015-17MY vehicle, the airbag control module AND airbag module assembly MUST be replaced
together as a matching set.
PART INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being
repaired.
IMPORTANT: The new (2015-18MY) passenger side airbag module assembly p.n. is 98271AL03A
(“QP” ID Code). When installing this part into a 2015-17MY Legacy or Outback, the corresponding
p.n. airbag control module MUST also be installed with it. See the flow chart on pg. 2.
“QP” Identifies a new 2018MY p.n.
98271AL03A Passenger Airbag Module.
CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD
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,
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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Bulletin Number: 07-163-19; Date: 12/05/19
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SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The service procedures for airbag control module and passenger side airbag module assembly
replacement remain unchanged. Use the flow chart below as a replacement part guide when
replacement of the passenger’s airbag module and/or airbag control module is required. 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:
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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: 07-163-19; Date: 12/05/19
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