TCM Trouble Code 38 (Revised) (16-65-99R)
Publication date: 2000-04-03Reference number: 16-65-99R
Supersedes refnos: 16-65-99
TCM TROUBLE CODE 38 (REVISED)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 16-65-99R, Date of Issue:
April 03, 2000
| SUBARU: | 99MY & 2000MY Legacy, Forester, and Impreza Vehicles |
SUBJECT: TCM Trouble Code 38 (Revised)
DESCRIPTION
In the event you encounter a customer complaint of the A/T temperature light flashing and this code is found in the TCM, perform the following:
First, eliminate all wiring and connector concerns by performing the tests as outlined in the appropriate Service Manual for this code. Repair as necessary.
After you have checked and confirmed these items, and you still did not find any problems, we recommend you replace the following part(s).
Use the chart below to locate and order the correct part number(s) for your application .
VEHICLE MODEL AND EMISSION SPECIFICATION
| Vehicle Model | Vehicle Emission Specifications | Part Number(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 99 Legacy 2.2 | FED | 31711AE403 |
| 99 Legacy 2.2 Postal | FED | 31711AE413 |
| 99 Legacy GT 2.5 | FED/CAL | 31711AE173 |
| 99 Outback 2.5 | FED/CAL | 31711AE183 |
| 99 Legacy 2.2 | CAL | 31711AE153 & 22611AD63B |
| 99 Legacy 2.2 Postal | CAL | 31711AE163 & 22611AD64B |
| 99 Impreza 2.2 | FED | 31711AE423 |
| 99 Impreza 2.2 | CAL | 31711AE313 & 22611AE531 |
| 99 Impreza 2.5 | FED/CAL | 31711AE233 |
| 99 Forester 2.5 | FED/CAL | 31711AE233 |
| 00 Legacy 2.5 "L" | 50 State Vehicle | 31711AE10B |
| 00 Legacy GT 2.5 | 50 State Vehicle | 31711AE11B |
| 00 Outback 2.5 | 50 State Vehicle | 31711AE12B |
| 00 Impreza 2.2 | 50 State Vehicle | 31711AE531 & 22611AE532 |
| 00 Impreza 2.5 | 50 State Vehicle | 31711AE551 |
| 00 Forester 2.5 | 50 State Vehicle | 31711AE671 |
NOTE:
Refer to the Warranty Labor Time Guide for claim information.