18-207-21

Service Bulletin Details

Public Details for: 18-207-21

Description of current changes to service manuals available via the subaru technical information system (stis) web site.


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Models from 2021
2021 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2020
2020 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2019
2019 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2018
2018 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2017
2017 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2016
2016 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2015
2015 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2014
2014 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2013
2013 SUBARU FORESTER
Models from 2012
2012 SUBARU FORESTER 
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SERVICE BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
SUBJECT:
2012-21MY Forester
Service Manual Corrections
NUMBER:
DATE:
18-207-21
05/05/21
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
2021
Forester
Engine
2020
Forester
SUB-SECTION
PAGE or CHAPTER
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Diagnosis
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic procedure
with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Airbag & Seat
Belt System
Airbag System
Roll Connector
Neutral position adjustment steps
updated.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Diagnosis
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic procedure
with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Airbag & Seat
Belt System
Airbag System
Roll Connector
Neutral position adjustment steps
updated.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic procedure
with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0021.
Engine (H4DOTC)
Diagnostic
procedure with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DOTC)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Engine
2019
Forester
Engine
Diagnosis
2018
Forester
Engine
CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They
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.
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS
ISO 14001 COMPLIANT
ISO 14001 is the international standard
for
excellence
in
Environmental
Management Systems. Please recycle
or dispose of automotive products in a
manner that is friendly to our environment
and in accordance with all local, state
and federal laws and regulations.
Continued...
Bulletin Number: 18-206-21; Date: 05/05/21
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YEAR
MODEL
SECTION
SUB-SECTION
PAGE or CHAPTER
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic procedure
with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0021.
Engine (H4DOTC)
Diagnostic
procedure with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Airbag System
Roll Connector
Neutral position adjustment steps
updated.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DOTC)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic
procedure with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0021.
Engine (H4DOTC)
Diagnostic
procedure with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Airbag System
Roll Connector
Neutral position adjustment steps
updated.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Diagnosis
2017
Forester
Airbag & Seat
Belt System
Engine
Diagnosis
2016
Forester
Airbag & Seat
Belt System
Engine
Fuel Injection (H4DOTC)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic procedure
with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0021.
Engine (H4DOTC)
Diagnostic
procedure with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Airbag System
Roll Connector
Neutral position adjustment steps
updated.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DOTC)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Engine (H4DO)
Diagnostic procedure
with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0021.
Engine (H4DOTC)
Diagnostic
procedure with DTC.
Diagnostic steps added for DTCs
P0011, 0014, 0021, 0024.
Speed Control (H4DO)
Accelerator Pedal
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DO)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Fuel Injection (H4DOTC)
Throttle Body
Inspection/testing steps added.
Recommended Materials
Grease
Grease added for use on the Parking
Brake and Brake Pad Clips.
Front Brake Pad
Installation
Steps changed to include the Brake
Pad Assembly Grease.
Front Disc Brake Assembly
Installation
Steps changed to include the
Brake Pad Assembly Grease.
Rear Brake Pad
Installation
Steps changed to include the
Brake Pad Assembly Grease.
Rear Disc Brake Assembly
Installation
Steps changed to include the
Brake Pad Assembly Grease.
Diagnosis
2015
Forester
Airbag & Seat
Belt System
Engine
Diagnosis
2014
Forester
Engine
General
Description
2013
Forester
Brakes
Continued...
Bulletin Number: 18-206-21; Date: 05/05/21
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YEAR
2012
MODEL
SECTION
SUB-SECTION
PAGE or CHAPTER
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
General
Description
Recommended Materials
Grease
Grease added for use on the Parking
Brake and Brake Pad Clips.
Front Brake Pad
Installation
Steps changed to include the
Brake Pad Assembly Grease.
Front Disc Brake Assembly
Installation
Steps changed to include the
Brake Pad Assembly Grease.
Rear Brake Pad
Installation
Steps changed to include the
Brake Pad Assembly Grease.
Rear Disc Brake Assembly
Installation
Steps changed to include the Brake
Pad Assembly Grease.
Forester
Brakes
Bulletin Number: 18-206-21; Date: 05/05/21
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