PCV System (02-118-11)

WARNING: This page is about the Forester X, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2011-07-07
Reference number: 02-118-11

PCV SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 02-118-11, Date of Issue: July 7, 2011

SUBARU:	2007-2009 Legacy; 2008-2009 Impreza; 2009 Forester
APPLICABILITY:	2009MY Forester 2.5L Turbo; 2007~09MY Legacy 2.5L Turbo; 2008~09MY Impreza 2.5L Turbo (not STI)

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of the bulletin is to inform you of a modification made to the PCV system.

As the engine heats & cools, condensation (water) can accumulate in the PCV system. In extreme cold temperatures and under very rare conditions, this water can turn into ice. This may restrict or block air flow through the PCV system. When the engine's PCV system cannot "breathe" properly, excessive crankcase pressure can build resulting in oil seal displacement/leak, smoke from the exhaust or excessive engine oil usage. Once thawed, the blockage is gone and the PCV system returns to operating normally. If you encounter a vehicle that you suspect may have experienced this condition, a PCV Repair Kit should be installed.

COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION

The new style parts were incorporated into production April 2, 2009 starting with the following VINs:

VIN REFERENCE CHART

MODEL	MY	BODY	VIN
Forester	2009	-	9*703634
Impreza	2009	Sedan	9*522096
Impreza	2009	Wagon	9*826221
Legacy	2010	Sedan	A*210597

PART INFORMATION

Parts Required

PCV Repair Kit

Intake manifold gaskets, turbo gaskets, and exhaust gaskets.

PCV REPAIR KIT

PART NAME	PART NUMBER
PCV Repair Kit	SOA635092

The PCV Repair Kit is comprised of 4 packages.

NOTE: Part number 11815AC340 and 11815AC350 are for reference only, and are not orderable. Part number 14877AC030 and 14877AA010 are also included in the PCV Repair Kit and do not need to be ordered.

REPAIR KIT PACKAGE PARTS DESCRIPTION

PART DESCRIPTION PARTS	INCLUDED IN KIT
HOSE ASSY - PCV HOSE CP-VACUUM CLP-HOSE CONN-PCV	11815AC350 (REFERENCE ONLY)
3-WAY DIRECTIONAL HOSE ASSY - PCV CONN-PCV CONN AY-PCV HOSE HOSE-CP-VACUUM VALVE COMPL-CONT HOSE CLAMP	11815AC340 (REFERENCE ONLY)
CLP - HOSE	14877AC030
CLP - HOSE	14877AA010

SERVICE PROCEDURE/INFORMATION

Refer to the applicable Subaru Service Manual.

WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION

For vehicles within warranty, this repair can be claimed using the following:

WARRANTY INFORMATION

LABOR DESCRIPTION	LABOR OPERATION #	FAIL CODE	LABOR TIME
PCV Repair Kit	A456-202	HDK-48	2.5

NOTE: The time listed includes Intake Manifold and Turbo R&R.