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Get Free 1998 SUBARU FORESTER B4, 2.5L; DOHC; 16V TSBs

Technical Service Bulletins

Released 9/7/2016
Inoperative Telematics and Voice Recognition Features

Released 7/21/2016
Special Service Tool Cross Reference List

TSB Description

Released 3/24/2016
Removing Fabric Dye Transfer from Leather Upholstery

Released 2/24/2016
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 10/16/2014
Gen 2 & Gen 2.1 Operating Tips

Released 11/9/2012
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 9/9/2008
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 7/17/2008
Wynn’s Coolant Exchange Machine Approval

Released 2/28/2007
Perchlorate Containing Materials: California Requirements for Best Management Practices; Handling/Disposal

Released 4/15/2005
CAUTIONS CONCERNING ENGINE COOLANT

Released 1/5/1999
Hesitation On Acceleration

Released 12/2/1998
Service Manual Correction

Released 11/20/1997
Service Manual Corrections

Released 12/23/1996
Recommended Sealants and Adhesives

Released 2/23/1996
Removal of protective plastic seat covers

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 1/16/2017
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 9/20/2016
E-Mailing Files to Techline and Other Helpful SSM4 Information

TSB Description

Released 6/8/2016
New SDS Notebook Login Procedure

Released 3/24/2016
Removing Fabric Dye Transfer from Leather Upholstery

Released 7/15/2011
Paint Code Information

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 5/11/2005
Seat Belt Latch Slides to the Lower Seat Belt Anchor (Revised)

Released 5/11/2005
Seat belt latch slides to the Lower Seat Belt Anchor

Released 2/25/2005
REAR GATE STAY DIAGNOSIS

Released 4/17/2003
Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) Availability

Released 8/16/2000
Service Manual Corrections

Released 12/30/1999
Rear Wheel Alignment Specification

Released 11/17/1999
Installation of Top Tether Anchor Kits

Released 4/24/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 3/1/1998
Paint Codes and Color Names

Released 2/18/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 12/5/1997
Diagnostic Service Cautions

Released 9/1/1997
Removal of Front Grille

Released 6/13/1997
The Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard

Released 6/11/1996
OUTSIDE MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE

Released 2/23/1996
Removal of protective plastic seat covers

Released 1/25/2019
Proper Grease Application during Brake Pad Installation

Released 3/16/2018
Changes to Subaru Genuine Brake Fluid

TSB Description

Released 11/9/2012
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 2/25/2005
REAR GATE STAY DIAGNOSIS

Released 12/8/2004
Replacement of ECU for ABS Repair

Released 11/18/2003
Warranty Information Update

Released 5/20/1999
Secondary Circuit Failure in Master Cylinder Under Extremely Cold Conditions (revised)

Released 2/18/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 9/8/1992
BRAKE VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR

Released 11/2/2012
Inspection Procedure for A/T Fluid Cooler Hose Connections

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

TSB Description

Released 7/17/2008
Wynn’s Coolant Exchange Machine Approval

Released 11/28/2006
RADIATOR CAP

Released 9/22/2005
2.5 L REMAN DOHC SHORT BLOCK RELEASE

Released 4/15/2005
CAUTIONS CONCERNING ENGINE COOLANT

Released 8/3/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 9/11/1990
BLEEDING AIR FROM THE LEGACY COOLING SYSTEM

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 8/13/2014
Subaru Select Monitor III (SSMIII) Usage Tips

Released 6/9/2014
Measurement of “Dark Current” (Parasitic Battery Draw)

TSB Description

Released 1/17/2008
Dark Current or Excessive Battery Draw

Released 2/28/2007
Perchlorate Containing Materials: California Requirements for Best Management Practices; Handling/Disposal

Released 3/27/2001
Airbag Procedures

Released 11/17/1999
Installation of Top Tether Anchor Kits

Released 3/17/1999
On-Board Diagnostic System Check During State Emission Test

Released 3/1/1999
On-Board Diagnostic System Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC) Location

Released 8/3/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 4/24/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/4/1998
De-Powered Air Bags

Released 11/20/1997
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/28/1997
Ignition and door key code numbers

Released 12/2/1994
REPAIR OF REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER METAL TAB REPAIR OF REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER GRIDS

Released 1/22/1990
BATTERY TESTING AND CHARGING PROCEDURES

Released 6/8/2016
New SDS Notebook Login Procedure

Released 3/14/2008
Catalytic Converter Revised Shipping Procedure

TSB Description

Released 8/4/2004
On-board Diagnostic System I/M Check During State Emission Test

Released 11/18/2003
Warranty Information Update

Released 3/5/2002
On-Board Diagnostic System Check During State Emission Test

Released 5/8/2000
On-Board Diagnostic System Check During State Emission Test

Released 1/27/2000
Service Manual Corrections

Released 3/17/1999
On-Board Diagnostic System Check During State Emission Test

Released 12/5/1997
State Emission Testing

Released 12/5/1997
Diagnostic Service Cautions

Released 4/27/1995
STATE EMISSION TESTING

Released 10/24/2013
Catalytic Converter Revised Shipping Procedure

Released 5/29/2013
Catalytic Converter Revised Shipping Procedure

TSB Description

Released 3/14/2008
Catalytic Converter Revised Shipping Procedure

Released 3/14/2008
Catalytic Converter Revised Shipping Procedure

Released 4/24/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/18/1998
Service Manual Corrections

TSB Description

Released 11/20/1997
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/28/1997
Ignition and door key code numbers

Released 11/9/1995
FUEL INJECTOR REMOVAL PROCEDURES

Released 10/1/1991
In Transit Spark Plug Fouling Protection

Released 5/31/2018
Engine Oil Pan Dent / Deformation at Drain Plug Area

Released 7/11/2016
DTC P0841 Diagnostics

TSB Description

Released 8/4/2015
2016 MY Paint Coding Information

Released 2/4/2015
New Silicone Gasket Remover Product Announcement and Silicone Sealants; Precautions, Reminders

Released 8/9/2013
Oil Seepage from Automatic Timing Belt Tension Adjuster (EJ Engines)

Released 12/12/2012
Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program

Released 11/9/2012
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 11/6/2008
New Procedure for Replacing Rear Wheel Bearings

Released 4/3/2008
Remanufactured Transaxles Program

Released 10/31/2006
Cylinder Head Gasket (residual carbon deposits and rubber coating removal)

Released 9/22/2005
2.5 L REMAN DOHC SHORT BLOCK RELEASE

Released 8/20/2004
TRANSMISSION REAR CROSS-MEMBER

Released 11/18/2003
Warranty Information Update

Released 7/15/2003
Clutch Pedal Sticking (revised)

Released 12/23/2002
New Procedure for replacing wheel bearings

Released 8/5/2000
Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program

Released 1/27/2000
Service Manual Corrections

Released 7/14/1999
First Gear Popping Out

Released 5/5/1999
Axle Shaft Grease Leakage (revised)

Released 8/3/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/18/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/4/1998
De-Powered Air Bags

Released 11/20/1997
Service Manual Corrections

Released 6/13/1997
The Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard

Released 6/6/1997
Tie Down Procedures to Prevent Engine Damage

Released 12/2/1994
ENGINE OIL PUMP LEAKS

Released 3/6/1992
ONE-WAY CLUTCH OPERATION

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 8/20/1990
Transmission Cooler Flushing

Released 4/9/1990
Engine Oil Pan Removal

Released 12/27/2017
Steering Pull Troubleshooting Procedure

Released 2/14/2014
Lug Nut Wax Removal

TSB Description

Released 4/18/2013
Repairing Steel or Aluminum Road Wheels

Released 11/9/2012
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 4/27/2011
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) at Highway Speeds Caused by a Tire Imbalance or Excessive Radial Force (revised)

Released 2/3/2011
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) at Highway Speeds Caused by a Tire Imbalance or Excessive Radial Force (revised)

Released 7/23/2010
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) at Highway Speeds Caused by a Tire Imbalance or Excessive Radial Force

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 4/27/2010
Tire Repair

Released 4/27/2010
Tire Repair

Released 11/18/2003
Warranty Information Update

Released 12/23/2002
New Procedure for replacing wheel bearings

Released 3/27/2001
Airbag Procedures

Released 8/16/2000
Service Manual Corrections

Released 1/27/2000
Service Manual Corrections

Released 12/30/1999
Rear Wheel Alignment Specification

Released 3/1/1999
On-Board Diagnostic System Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC) Location

Released 8/3/1998
Service Manual Corrections

Released 11/20/1997
Service Manual Corrections

Released 2/15/1991
Increasing Tire Life

Released 4/17/2017
Special Service Tool Cross Reference List

Released 7/21/2016
Special Service Tool Cross Reference List

TSB Description

Released 7/21/2016
Special Service Tool Cross Reference List

Released 7/21/2016
Special Service Tool Cross Reference List

Released 8/4/2015
2016 MY Paint Coding Information

Released 2/4/2015
New Silicone Gasket Remover Product Announcement and Silicone Sealants; Precautions, Reminders

Released 7/15/2014
Subaru Leak Detection System

Released 8/13/2010
BIU Customization Function Change

Released 6/9/2010
Recommended Materials (All Vehicles)

Released 7/17/2008
Wynn’s Coolant Exchange Machine Approval

Released 11/28/2006
RADIATOR CAP

Released 4/17/2003
Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) Availability

Released 3/1/1998
Paint Codes and Color Names

Released 5/30/1997
Paint Codes and Color Names

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