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Data Communication Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2016 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  2. Remove the center grille assembly. < Ref. to CENTER GRILLE ASSEMBLY , REMOVAL, Air Vent Grille. >
  3. Remove the heater control assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Control Panel. >
  4. Remove the audio assembly or navigation assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Audio. >
  5. Remove the data communication module.
    1. Remove the screws.
    2. Remove the audio bracket or navigation bracket, and then remove the data communication module.
    CAUTION: Do not drop or apply any impact to the data communication module.
    Fig 1: Removing Data Communication Module
    G10309166Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.