Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
Differential Clutch: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Transfer Clutch Binding On Turns
NUMBER: 16-67-04
DATE: 10/06/04
APPLICABILITY:
2004MY Legacy, Outback, Baja and Forester 4EAT Models, except Turbo Transfer Clutch Binding
SUBJECT:
Transfer Clutch Binding
INTRODUCTION
In the event you encounter a customer complaint of tight corner binding during low speed cornering, refer to the applicable Service Manual for
diagnostics. Items related to that type of condition include the TCM, front and rear vehicle speed sensors, throttle position sensor, ATF temperature
sensor, transfer clutch, transfer valve, transfer duty solenoid, ATF deterioration, wiring harness and mismatched tires. If after diagnosing, the transfer
valve assembly is at fault and the vehicle's within the following VIN range, use the new part number provided.
PRODUCTION LINE CHANGE
A change was made to the transfer clutch valve assembly to reduce oil pressure vibration. The new style valve has been used in production starting in
October, 2003 with transmission number 012485. 2004MY Impreza models have been equipped with the new style valve since the start of production.
PART NUMBER INFORMATION
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