2011 Subaru Impreza Technical Service Bulletins

252 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Subaru Impreza. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10093307Oct 8, 2013Equipment. This bulletin provides a service procedure for replacing the bluetooth hands-free microphone which is now available as an individual service part (separate from the map light assembly). The replacement microphone is designed to reduce background noise when using the hands-free telephone feature.
• 10068608Oct 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10234925Sep 13, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Loose Windshield-Mounted Rear-View Mirror
• 10092717Sep 13, 2013Equipment. Should you receive a customer concern of a loose windshield mounted auto-dimming compass mirror with homelink (with or without homelink on brz models), the mounting adapter plate should be checked for proper tightness. The applicable vehicles listed above utilize a mirror mount adaptor to secure the mirror to the windshield. Due to improper installation, in some cases, the mirror may loosen over time and begin to…
• 10234928Aug 19, 2013Equipment. Service Manual Corrections
• 10234924Aug 8, 2013Equipment. Reprogramming for Non-Requested Bluetooth Audio Streaming Affecting ONLY Clarion Audio Units
• 10092098Aug 8, 2013Electrical system. This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to address customer concerns of the bluetooth audio streaming feature operating without being selected. This causes the source’s (smartphone, ipod®, iphone®, mp3 player) battery to drain unexpectedly. The update will initiate an “off” signal to the media device should bluetooth audio streaming begin without a request from the vehicle’s audio unit.
• 10067011Aug 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10234855Jul 9, 2013Equipment. Service Procedure for Replacement of the Bluetooth
• 10084418Jul 9, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides a service procedure for replacing the bluetooth hands-free microphone which is now available as an individual service part (separate from the map light assembly). The replacement microphone is designed to reduce background noise when using the hands-free telephone feature.
• 10065797Jul 9, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10232524Jul 1, 2013Engine cooling. DTC P0301 ? P0304 and P050A Reprogramming
• 10065791Jul 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10232510Jun 18, 2013Equipment. Service Procedure for Replacement of the Bluetooth Microphone for Kenwood Audio / Navigation Systems
• 10090291Jun 18, 2013Equipment. This bulletin provides a service procedure for replacing the bluetooth hands-free microphone which is now available as an individual service part (separate from the map light assembly). The replacement microphone is designed to reduce background noise when using the hands-free telephone feature.
• 10087561Jun 18, 2013Electrical system. This bulletin provides a service procedure for replacing the bluetooth hands-free microphone which is now available as an individual service part (separate from the map light assembly). The replacement microphone is designed to reduce background noise when using the hands-free telephone feature.
• 10065786Jun 18, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10235852Jun 4, 2013Equipment. Service Manual Corrections
• 10084424Jun 4, 2013Equipment. 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…
• 10052503May 28, 2013Equipment. Subaru: the rubber cap, that covers electrical connection at oil pressure switch, has a new design change and it provides better sealing and resistance to intrusion of moisture that can compromise electrical connection, and may be in some cases, cause oil pressure lamp to illuminate. Model 2012-2013 impreza,2011-2013 forester.
• 10234828May 22, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area.
• 10233119Apr 25, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
• 10232879Apr 25, 2013Electrical system. Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
• 10068201Apr 25, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10232880Feb 27, 2013Body and structure. Revised Trunk Springs and Mounting Bracket
• 10083712Feb 27, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information regarding a change in production to the design of the trunk torsion spring mounting bracket located on the underside of the rear shelf panel. This change was made to reduce the possibility of noise from the trunk torsion springs during opening and / or closing of the trunk lid. There have also been changes made to the replacement trunk torsion springs.
• 10067873Feb 27, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10232856Feb 8, 2013Electrical system. IMPORTANT- Information on Remote Engine Starters
• 10232855Feb 7, 2013Engine cooling. White Smoke from Tailpipe and/or High Oil Consumption
• 10232851Feb 7, 2013Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Front Door Glass Does Not Close Properly
• 10067846Feb 7, 2013Engine cooling. If you encounter a customer complaint concerning white smoke from the exhaust pipe and/or high oil consumption, it may be the result of the #1 and/or #4 intake valve guide insertion hole improperly machined, permitting oil to enter the combustion chamber. To remedy this condition, the cylinder head(s) will need to be replaced. Please read this bulletin in its entirety before proceeding.
• 10067839Feb 7, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides an inspection and repair procedure to address a misalignment of the rear upper and lower window sash which may cause the front door glass to bind or move slowly when opening or closing. This condition may also cause erratic operation of the power window auto-up feature (if equipped). In some cases, when closing the window, the system may mis-interpret the binding condition and activate the…
• 10234861Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Service Manual Corrections
• 10080200Jan 17, 2013Equipment. 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…
• 10065111Jan 17, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10079980Jan 3, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area. In cold temperatures, thermal contraction causes shrinking of the transmission case. In high temperatures, expansion of the case occurs. These temperature changes affect the amount of preload on the transfer driven shaft bearings.
• 10234260Dec 13, 2012Electrical system. Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
• 10093977Dec 13, 2012Equipment. Repair procedure for high-pitched sound from extension housing area using latest generation production parts
• 10234261Dec 12, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
• 10234258Dec 11, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. 5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings
• 10234289Nov 30, 2012Electrical system. ECM reprogramming
• 10047519Nov 30, 2012Engine, Electrical system. Subaru: see document search button for owner letter. Software change will not affect fuel economy or performance, even though a correction, for engine control module, has been developed for the deficiency in obdii system thermostat monitoring logic. Models 2011-2012 legacy, outback, impreza sedan, wagon, forester, tribeca and 2013 brz. *pe updated 1/31/13.
• 10233142Oct 26, 2012Electrical system. Subaru Service Program WQC-39: ECM Reprogramming
• 10093274Oct 26, 2012Electrical system. Subaru service program wqc-39: ecm reprogramming
• 10065067Oct 25, 2012Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10093205Oct 10, 2012Equipment. Service manual corrections - 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.
• 10065062Oct 10, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10065057Oct 8, 2012Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10047440Oct 8, 2012Equipment. Subaru: information provided on self locking nuts and tightening torque specification on 5 selected rear suspension components and not interchangeable, if removed, because of different specifications, and must be replaced. Models 2011 forester, impreza wrx and sti.
• 10037968Feb 3, 2011Tires. Subaru: there is a steering wheel vibration at highway speeds due to an imporper wheel balance.

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