TCM Reprogramming Files (16-77-09)

Publication date: 2009-08-03
Reference number: 16-77-09

TCM REPROGRAMMING FILES

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 16-77-09, Date of Issue: August 03, 2009

SUBARU:

2010MY Legacy and Outback equipped with Lineartronic™ CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

This is to announce that TCM reprogramming files are now available to rectify a lack of power in reverse when on a steep incline.

NOTE: TCM reprogramming files were sent to all SDS users in the July, 2009 SSMIII Update version 1.19.37.7

The new TCM logic has been used in production from July 24, 2009, starting with the following VINs:

ENGINE MODEL REFERENCE

MODEL	BODY	ENGINE	VIN
Legacy	Sedan	2.5L N/A	A3215081
Outback	Wagon	2.5L N/A	A3316841

ENGINE MODEL CHART

PACK FILE NAME	PART # AFTER REPROGRAMING	OLD PART #	MODEL/ENGINE/TRANS
31711AN061.pak	31711AN061	31711AN060	Legacy; 2.5L N/A, CVT
31711AN071.pak	31711AN071	31711AN070	Outback; 2.5L N/A, CVT

NOTE: After reprogramming, the Transmission Learning Control does not need to be performed.

WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION CHART

LABOR DESCRIPTION	LABOR OPERATION #	FAIL CODE	LABOR TIME
TCU Reprogramming	186-738	MJZ-48	0.4