Keyless Entry - Remote Transmitter Modification

NUMBER: 15-117-06
DATE: 04/06/06

APPLICABILITY:
2005MY Legacy and Outback
2005-06MY Forester and Impreza

SUBJECT:
Keyless Remote Transmitter Modification

INTRODUCTION
A modification has been made to the keyless remote transmitter to prevent unintentional activation.

PRODUCTION LINE CHANGE

The modified transmitter was used in 2006MY production with the following VINs:

Existing transmitters can be modified using the following procedure.

Note:
Part # 88039AG02A contains an upper transmitter case, lock, unlock and trunk/rear gate button.

Part # 88039FE050 contains an upper transmitter case, lock and unlock button.

REPAIR PROCEDURE/INFORMATION:

Note:
To prevent static electricity, touch a metal object first before disassembling transmitter. Make sure that transmitter does not come in contact with oil, water or any other contaminates that could damage it.





1) Insert a flathead screwdriver that is wrapped by a cloth around the blade into the small gap and remove the upper cover. Be extremely careful not to scratch the case.





2) Remove the electrical circuit base with waterproof rubber by pushing on the unlock button. Be extremely careful not to touch the electrical circuit base.





3) Peel off the tape of the service parts (upper transmitter case and buttons) and assemble them in reverse steps of disassembly.

CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT/WARRANTY INFORMATION





For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair can be claimed using the table shown.





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