2016 Subaru Impreza technical service bulletins
367 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2016 Subaru Impreza.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is an update announcement regarding the TechShare & NorthStar Integration
- This announcement provides information on the connected services platform for Subaru EVs.
- This bulletin provides a step-by-step diagnostic procedure for resolving Remote Engine Start (RES)...
- This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but...
- This announcement provides information on DCM replacememts due to a parasitic draw.
- This announcement provides information on an outage affecting the Subaru Select Monitor 5 application.
- This Service Information Bulletin announces the availability of ThreeBond 1216J (SOA868V9640) designed for...
- This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines.
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles.
- This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and...
- This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during...
- This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body
- This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during...
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- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced...
- This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced...
- This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
- This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs B1571(REFERENCE CODE...
- This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.
- This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service...
- This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of...
- This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C)...
- This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics...
- This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming...
- This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for 2026 model year vehicles...
- This Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare.
- This announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors...
- This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES).
- This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for...
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- Subaru service article locator.
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which enhancement was...
- This bulletin provides information on the load carrying capacity reduced label when a port-installed or...
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- This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw...
- This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt...
- This Bulletin outlines a comprehensive update to the dark current/parasitic draw diagnosis & testing...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body
- This bulletin addresses cases when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an...
- In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited...
- This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt...
- This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with...
- Subaru of America, Inc. will release an OTA to perform a software update to the DCM. This is a preventive OTA.
- This bulletin provides information on paint codes for vehicles in the 2026 line up.
- Subaru Service Technical Support Newsletter special edition.
- This announcement provides information about a Subaru of America, Inc. preliminary settlement in a class...
- In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited...
- This OTA is released to address Telematic functions that may stop working after a certain amount of time...
- This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C)...
- This announcment provides information on the release of the latest software updates to the Subaru...
- This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
- This announcement is to bring attention to the OTA for In-vehicle service appointment scheduler and...
- This Service Information bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air...
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- This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C)...
- This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC...
- This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA...
- This Bulletin announces availability of a User Guide and an informative video to supplement the recent...
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- This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during...
- When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204...
- This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid...
- This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC...
- This announcement is in regard to special service tool shipment will be shipped directly to the Subar...
- In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Data...
- A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.
- This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and...
- This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update...
- This bulletin announces repair procedures to be used when diagnosing dark current draw (parasitic draw) on...
- This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the federal safety agency which impacts the way...
- This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles...
- The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
- This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle...
- This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing...
- This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
- This bulletin announces the procedures required to reprogram the DCM (Data Communication Module) in Gen1...
- This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to...
- This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data...
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no...
- This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software...
- This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication...
- This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
- This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
- This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
- This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
- This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems
- This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to...
- T16 Warranty Extension (15-317-24R) Frequently Asked Questions.
- This bulletin provides a repair procedure when diagnosing dark current draw on vehicles with GEN 1 Data...
- Subaru has extended the Data Communication Module (DCM) warranty from 3 years 36,000mi to 8 years or 100,000mi
- This announcement provides information in regard to the extension of the basic new car limited warranty...
- This letter provides information regarding the warranty extension for the Telematics Data Communications...
- This bulletin provides procedures required for reprogramming the Data Communication Module (DCM) in Gen 1...
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is extending the Data Communication Module (DCM) warranty from three...
- This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when...
- This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit...
- This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with...
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- This Service Information Bulletin provides an updated diagnostic flow along with an IMPORTANT caution to...
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- Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
- This Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever mechanism in response to isolated customer...
- This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from...
- This bulletin announces the Service Manual correction for the diagnostic trouble tree for DTC C2521 and/or...
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- Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newsletter
- This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during...
- Going forward when a customer’s vehicle is equipped with a DCM that does not have Software version ID...
- This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
- (Owner Letter) As part of Subaru of America’s dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to...
- (Subaru Retailers) As part of Subaru’s dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA)...
- This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement...
- This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru...
- This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles...
- As part of Subaru’s dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcingan...
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- As part of Subaru of America’s dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an...
- This bulletin provides information to help diagnose and address different conditions relating to customer...
- This bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
- This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for...
- Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.
- This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
- This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles...
- This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
- Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) will be offering all active Gen1 STARLINK subscribers a complimentary Data...
- Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System...
- Vehicles equipped with manual transmission and push-button start will follow DCM replacement procedure as...
- Electrical system
- This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces...
- This Service Information bulletin outlines an enhancement made to the 2.0L cylinder head casting part...
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically...
- This bulletin provides a procedure for replacement of the black foam rubber insulating cushions for the...
- To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the front seat hinge bolts.
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- This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system's Automatic Collision Notification...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.
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- This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear wheel / brake backing plates.
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database...
- This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT...
- This bulletin outlines changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling...
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- This bulletin announces availability of new master cylinder application shaft seals.
- This service information bulletin announces discontinuation of both the "Stitcher" app and the related...
- This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the...
- Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
- This document discusses some of the conditions that may trigger an Automatic Collision Notification (CAN)...
- This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front...
- This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database...
- All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
- This bulletin announces availability of new interior door handles which will address isolated concerns of...
- This service information bulletin outlines a procedure for Subaru Special Tool Kit number J-53014.
- This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been...
- This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to...
- This Service Information bulletin describes a change made to the labels applied to the push to start...
- This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address...
- This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM)....
- This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
- This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been...
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This bulletin announces availability of a new HVAC blower motor unit assemblies developed to address...
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database...
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to...
- This Service Information Bulletin provides the answer to potential inquiries regarding the STARLINK app...
- This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear wheel / brake backing plates
- This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid...
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- This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid...
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to...
- All 2015-2017 MY vehicles with Fujitsu TEN (F10) 7in
- This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the...
- This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between...
- SOA has received multiple requests for additional 83399Fj000rt BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH tools and now has...
- This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve...
- This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to...
- Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to...
- This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the...
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database...
- This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid...
- This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to...
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- This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to...
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new control valve assembly (valve body)...
- This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help...
- This bulletin announces a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) control module for the models listed above
- This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the...
- This Service Information Bulletin provides additional steps to follow when diagnosing a DTC C0075: WHEEL...
- This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address...
- This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a gap between the top edge of the door and the...
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database...
- A design change was made to the blower motor assembly to address the following customer concerns: ? Blower...
- This Service Information bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch
- In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited...
- This Service Information bulletin announces a change made to the lens portion of the fog light assembly
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- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- In conjunction with the launch of our new Remanufactured FB Engine Short Block Program, SOA would like to...
- This Service Information bulletin announces the standardization of the IG2 and ACC relays used on the...
- Procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving...
- This bulletin provides a repair procedure for replacing the foam cushion installed between the top front...
- This bulletin announces availability of a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) gear box assembly designed...
- This Service Information bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch
- ONLY MODELS with AVN Navigation or Display Audio system
- This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address...
- This Service Information bulletin announces a running change made to the Steering Angle Sensor
- This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically...
- 4 door models only.
- This bulletin announces a design change to the A/C Condenser receiver-dryer assembly
- This bulletin announces a design change to the front door checkers used on the models listed
- This bulletin provides a repair procedure for replacing the foam cushion installed between the top front...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to...
- This Service Information bulletin provides a new troubleshooting chart to use when diagnosing a DTC B1760...
- Please check your inventory and incoming shipments for part numbers 31000AJ730R1 & 31000AJ740R1...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT)....
- Technical support guide for navigation and audio F10 GEN2 systems.
- ( 2017-2018MY Impreza
- Models with FujitsuTEN (F10) Gen 2.0 / 2.1 Navigation or Display Audio Head Units ONLY.
- The corrected update files are now available for download from Subarunet
- Subject: Removal of Certain Fujitsu 10 Audio / Navigation Update Files from Subarunet The following update...
- NOTE: The Airbag systems used on previous and current WRX, STI and Tribeca models are NOT equipped with...
- Excludes hybrid models.
- This Service Information bulletin announces a production method change to the rear combination lamp assembly
- Models with Manual HVAC Systems only
- This bulletin provides a procedure for replacement of the black foam rubber insulating cushions for the...
- This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the...
- This Service Information bulletin announces a material change to the engine accessory drive / v-belt made...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the brake light switch (BLS) to reduce the possibility of...
- Only 2016-2017MY
- This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to...
- This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the...
- This Service Information bulletin announces a change to the shape of the rubber cap used on the flange...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the USB connector inside the USB-AUX unit to address customer...
- USB Device Not Recognized on Fujitsu-Ten (F10) 7? Display Navigation and Display Audio Units
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- This bulletin announces a design change to the front speaker grille
- This bulletin provides information about changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns...
- This bulletin announces a change to the procedure used in production of the rear door glass assembly
- All Models Listed with Seat Lifter Feature
- This bulletin provides information about changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns...
- This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from...
- Only those models equipped with Starlink Telematics
- All Models Equipped with CVT Transmissions
- This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address...
- Revised TSB:
- This bulletin announces the availability of a new Air Conditioning compressor / clutch assembly to address...
- This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the retractable portion of the tonneau...
- This bulletin provides information to help diagnose and address different conditions relating to customer...
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- This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address...
- This Service Information bulletin provides IMPORTANT information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when...
- Reminder: Only those vehicles with Telematics
- Only those vehicles with Telematics
- Remote Engine Start Systems Trouble Shooting Guide
- This bulletin announces availability of a new front door checker mechanism designed to hold the doors more...
- Only those vehicles with Telematics
- Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and...
- This bulletin announces a design change to the front strut mounts intended to address customer concerns of...
- This service information bulletin serves as a reminder to always follow the proper procedures when...
- This is the final PDF for the 2016 January TechTIPS, please use and distribute as needed.
- Technical support guide - gen 2.0 & 2.1 micro sd navigation (AVN) display audio (DA)
- This bulletin announces availability of a new dccd control module to address customer concerns of the...
- Should you receive a customer concern of vibration or looseness in either of the door mirrors, a design...
- This service information bulletin provides precautions to use when removing the HVAC control panel to...
- This bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosing a customer concern of a delayed and / or harsh...
- This service information bulletin provides a procedure for resetting the lifetime fuel consumption...
- Tehnical Suppurt Guide Gen 2.0 & 2.1 Micro SD Navigation (AVN) Gen 2.0 & 2.1 Display Audio (DA)
- Subaru of america, inc. has extended the availability of remanufactured CVT transmissions to include...
- This service information bulletin announces a design change to the oil pressure switch assembly
- Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
- Diagnosis and Repair for AVCS-Related DTCs
- Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
- This bulletin provides a revised adjustment procedure to be used when diagnosing Brake Light Switch (BLS)...
- Effective with all 2015 model year cars and forward, the oil change interval is changing to 6,000 miles or...
- Repair procedure for high-pitched sound from extension housing area using latest generation production...
- Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
- This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer...
- Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
- Puddle Light Recall
- Additional PDI Procedure for Installation of Tie-Down Hole Plugs
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