Revised Automatic HVAC Control Panel Assembly (10-79-13)

Publication date: 2013-02-15
Reference number: 10-79-13

REVISED AUTOMATIC HVAC CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 10-79-13, Date of Issue: Febuary 15, 2013

SUBARU:

2013 MY BRZ

INTRODUCTION

This Bulletin announces a change to the HVAC control panel assembly to address a customer concern of the blower fan continuing to operate after the main control button is switched "OFF".

NOTE: This information is applicable to vehicles equipped with Automatic Climate Control only.

COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION

The revised heater control panel assembly was incorporated into production during late July, 2012.

PART INFORMATION

PART NAME	NEW PART NUMBER
Heater Control Assy.	72311CA061

SERVICE PROCEDURE/INFORMATION

Before ordering or replacing the HVAC control panel, ALL of the following parameters must be met:

The "recirculate" (center button) must be "ON" (green LED on)
Select either "Floor" or "Floor/Defrost" mode with the blower fan operating
Vehicle speed must be at least 15MPH

Once parameters 1-3 outlined above have been met, push the "OFF" button. If the blower fan continues to run after pushing the "OFF" button, replace the HVAC control panel assembly.

Follow the service procedure outlined in the applicable Service Manual to complete the repair.

WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION

For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, refer to Subaru Warranty Wizard for claim submission information.