Tech Tip: Subaru’s A/T Temp Light Flashing, But No DTCs Stored, Erratic Shifting Complaint
If you encounter a late-model D4AT-equipped vehicle with an erratic shifting complaint, and possibly a DTC P0712 in memory, there may be a poor connection in the transmission wiring harness. There have been cases of open circuits or high resistance isolated to the white plastic pass-through section of the transmission harness or the harness itself. It’s important to note that the P0712 may not be set when the condition occurs.
Subaru Tech Tip: Leaking Engine Oil Seals
The Mitchell 1 Techline has heard of a very limited number of cases involving engine oil seals leaking after being displaced from their normal positions. As the engine heats and cools, condensation can accumulate in the PCV system, which, in extreme cold, can eventually turn to ice.
Subaru Releases ‘Launch Control’
Subaru of America Inc. has released the first episode of “Launch Control,” a bi-weekly web video series that chronicles Subaru Rally Team USA and the Subaru PUMA RallyCross Team as they prepare for and compete in a fast-paced 2013 race season spanning the globe.
ACDelco Adds Subaru, Honda, Isuzu, Mazda and Volvo Part Numbers To Professional Wire Set Line
According to ACDelco, the Professional All Makes Wire Sets are a premium offering yet competitively priced, matching the original equipment of various manufacturers in design, color and quality.
Subaru Presents Goodyear With Top Supplier Award
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has been presented with a North American supplier award from Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. (SIA), for its 2012 performance in supplying tires for the vehicle manufacturer. SIA is an Indiana-based manufacturer of the Subaru Outback, Legacy and Tribeca line of vehicles.
Subaru CVT Technology And Service Implications
When we decided to purchase a new shop shuttle vehicle, we began our research with looking at AWD vehicles that would do well in the snow and provide a comfortable car to drive customers to work or home. We focused on the brands in which we specialize – Honda, Toyota and Subaru. With the 2010 Subaru Outback being an all-new model, we decided this would be our best choice. Once I began looking at the new model, I was somewhat surprised to see that Subaru was re-introducing the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
Tech Tip: Mysterious Leaking Engine Oil Seals On Subarus? Check the PCV!
The Mitchell 1 Techline has heard of a very limited number of cases involving engine oil seals leaking after being displaced from their normal positions. As the engine heats and cools, condensation can accumulate in the PCV system, which, in extreme cold, can eventually turn to ice. Upon closer inspection, technicians have reported finding accumulations
Tech Tip: Subaru Impreza With DTCs P0705, P0851, P2746, P2750 And/Or No Crank, No Start
If you receive a customer concern of a Check Engine light, AT Temp light or a no engine crank condition, the wiring harnesses to the transmission range sensor (inhibitor switch) should be closely inspected for damage or a short circuit to the CVT transmission case.
Tech Tip: Subaru Impreza With DTCs P0705, P0851, P2746, P2750 And/Or No Crank, No Start
If you receive a customer concern of a Check Engine light, AT Temp light or a no engine-crank condition, the wiring harnesses to the transmission range sensor (inhibitor switch) should be closely inspected for damage or a short circuit to the CVT transmission case. In addition, Slow-Blow Fuse (SBF)-6 in the Main Fuse Box (M/B) may also have failed.
Subaru Outback Head Gasket Repair
The Subaru is a 2002 Outback with 109,982 miles. It has excessive oil leaks from the driver’s side head gasket and some from the passenger’s side. The vehicle had been repaired under warranty by the dealer at about 65,000 miles, and most likely the repairs were done without taking the engine out with probably only one head gasket being replaced. To complete the repair, follow the steps outlined in this article.