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Data Communication Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Subaru Ascent. 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 REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the grille ventilation assembly center. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER>AIR VENT GRILLE>REMOVAL>CENTER GRILLE ASSEMBLY .
  3. Remove the center information display assembly. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>COCKPIT DISPLAY>REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the data communication module.
    1. Disconnect the data communication module cord.
    2. Remove the screws and remove the data communication module.
      CAUTION: Do not drop or apply any impact to the data communication module.
      NOTE: Remove the screws on LH side in the same procedure as on the RH side.
      G16441523Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Remove the backup battery.ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE>REMOVAL > BACKUP BATTERY 
      NOTE: Perform this procedure only when required.
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