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April 5, 2016 Service bulletin

Reprogramming File Availability for Extended Engine Cranking (Delayed Starting) and Engine Oil Level...

Subaru technical service bulletin 11-162-16 for 2015 Subaru Outback and 2015 Subaru Legacy.

Bulletin number
11-162-16
Component
Electrical system
Summary
Reprogramming File Availability for Extended Engine Cranking (Delayed Starting) and Engine Oil Level Detection Improvement. This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to address customer concerns of extended cranking time before the engine starts. These files also optimize the ECM for improved engine oil level detection. Replacement of the oil level switch is also required to complement the new logic.

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