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    error codes non starter help b2203 b2204 b2215

    in Electrical

    Posted

    Push button non start. No repsonse to either of the two fobs.

     

    B2203 Abnormal immobilizer power supply
    B2204 Abnormal Steering Lock power supply
    B2215 Abnormal ID Co

     

    The above 3 error codes popped up by the auto electrical guys. Apparrantly this was rectified.

    Following day car a non starter again.

    Returned to auto electriican. Claims no fault codes and starts for them.

    Anyone encounter these issues? If so what was the remedy? THanks

    A

    CVT Trans service

    in Gearbox and Drivetrain

    Posted

     Zenki said:
    According to owner's manual the CVT never requires servicing, which I take with a large pinch of salt.

    As far as Auckland goes try Kaspa Transmissions. I have no idea if they do the Subaru CVTs specifically, but they definitely have CVT experience.

    Thanks.

    Please explain how this CVT trans thingy works...

    in Gearbox and Drivetrain

    Posted

    Even though my new bestie 'lachlan' tried his best to scare me off from ever using this forum again... I will share an answer I received by Subaru NZ to explain my question... Hopefully this will be of use to other forum users... Thanks again to Subaru NZ for answering.

    "

    Thank you for your email. I will try to answer your questions in understandable terms (difficult as the questions you’ve asked involve some fairly technical components, but I’ll do my best).

    1. The car will roll backwards on a hill as at idle in a stationary position the transmission is effectively ‘decoupled’ from the transmission via the torque converter. This is good for fuel economy as there is no ‘load’ on the engine. As you apply throttle and therefore engine speed/torque, the torque converter transfers this drive gently into the transmission itself. There needs to be a specific rotational speed difference between the engine and transmission for this to result in forward motion (different depending on engine/transmission combination and engineers design). When the car is stationary, there isn’t the rotational speed difference to provide drive – this is the same on a hill, hence the ‘hill holder button’ which uses the parking brake system to hold the car.

    Will the car roll uncontrollably down the hill? – difficult question. If the directions and cautions in the owners manual are you should use either use the park brake, foot brake or hill holder on a steep hill as using the accelerator to hold the car would result in a possible transmission overheat situation. I’d say that at some stage the engine/transmission speed differential would slow the car but this is not how the system is designed to be used and the onus rests with the driver ultimately to operate the vehicle correctly when stopping on a hill.

    2. Difficult to answer this question exactly, but I believe the ‘bite’ you are experiencing is the ‘lock-up clutch’ inside the torque converter engaging or disengaging. This is the component that changes the forward motion of the car to and from a fluid coupling type (as described in the previous question), to a 100% mechanical type. Hope this makes sense? Not sure of another way to describe it.

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    Please explain how this CVT trans thingy works...

    in Gearbox and Drivetrain

    Posted

    OK, I am enjoying the new BR9 wagon. Has CVT trans. Takes a bit of getting used to in that it behaves completely differently to the 'conventional' transmission in our 6 cylinder auto BMW. I understand the concept, broadly, in how CVT differs. But can someone explain the following please... in easy simple terms... :)

    1) Why does the car roll backwards on a hill? Is this because it lacks conventional clutches? I have used the hillstrart button to hold the car... but will the car roll back uncontrollable when on a steep hill if I were to let it? Or is there a point where the transmission will 'bite' to stop this?

    2) When driving very slowly, say 40 km/h and one takes the foot off the gas pedal there seems to be a 'bite' from the CVT transmission that I can feel. In a regular auto transmission you just decelerate but dont feel a 'bite'. Whats happeninf in the CVT in this instance as I dont understand how the pulley systems produces this resistance (the rev counter hardly moves if at all but the petrol useage gauge moves and you feel a distinct resistance).:confused:

    Thanks.

    CVT Trans service

    in Gearbox and Drivetrain

    Posted

    Sofar all the info I have seen suggests that the CVT merely be inspected. Nothing about replacing oil etc at certain intervals. Who inspects the gearboxes? Is it checked at a routine full service or is it checked at an auto trans specialists? Ex Japan, service history to 35ooo km at Subaru Tokyo dealer. Just had full service here but I dont use Wingers, I use my local MTA/AA approved workshop. Mainly because the places like Wingers are too inconvenient to get to easily etc.

    CVT Trans service

    in Gearbox and Drivetrain

    Posted

    Recently bought a BR 9 wagon. Runs nicely. Just out of warranty so when, at what age or at what mileage, would a full transmission 'service' be required? And who in Auckland offers an excellent service at a reasonable price? Thanks

    Are all airfilters and spark plugs created equal?

    in General Vehicle Discussion

    Posted

    For a BR9...

    Am going to replace the airfilter and glovebox compartment filter...

    Also going to replace spark plugs.

    For air filters I am not interested in the ones that last a lifetime and can be washed... so for the 'regular' ones are there differences between those from a Subaru dealer vs the ones you buy elsewhere? What OEM ones can be purchased that are as good as the factory ones or maybe better but at the same or lower price?

    Again for spark plugs... all look the same to me... any suggestions on factory vs alternatives.

    Thanks

    Converting Jap import stereo to NZ

    in General Vehicle Discussion

    Posted

     gldmne said:
    It depends on what you're happy with Angie. Reality is what can you put up with. I can personally vouch for Rapid Radio. They are professional and don't mess around. The fix (band expander) will give you extra capability for your radio, which will allow you the usage of the camera and the radio. If you have managed to get around using the Strada in Japanese and don't mind it. Keep it. I have a Eclipse head unit in my car. I was intending on getting a Kenwood double din unit but realised that I actually quite like the hard drive in my unit. I was able to figure out most of the buttons for the DVD player/hard drive/and the vehicle log inputs. While it was annoying initially it was nice to be able to make use of the installed head unit. the biggest thing you have to assess is what you actually want and how much you want to spend. In order to get a decent double din screen head unit in NZ it's not cheap. If you want to keep all the functions on your Strada e.g. Bluetooth/DVD/Reversing Camera/iPod you'll need to find a head unit with all those capabilities and get the camera rewired unless you can find someone on here that has the knowhow and most importantly time to rewire/install for you. Either way it won't be a cheap option to buy a new head unit. There are multiple solutions to this.

    Awesome... thanks for that. Basically want to use it for radio/CD/Reversing camera/iPod. Am happy to use my TomTom for nav. I have heard that a band expander reduces the quaility of the sound or there could be interference issues. Car currently waiting to pass compliance so thinking ahead. It seems a waste to throw out a system that can be used, esp as its only 3 years old.

    Converting Jap import stereo to NZ

    in General Vehicle Discussion

    Posted

    Just purchased a new BR9 Legacy. CAn get Rapid Radio to install band expander for $140. What are the pros and cons of this cheap fix? HAs anyone had a head unit (in my case a Panasonic Strada) converted to be fully useable in NZ and if so what were your experiences/costs/whodunnit etc. And is it more economical to just replace the unit? Cheers

    BP9

    in Legacy & Outback

    Posted

    why on earth doesn't a 2008/2009 car have ESC (stability control) ? no traction control (TC) but has VDC (vehicle dynamics control)... I don't understand the difference between ESC, TC and VDC... can anyone explain in really simple terms... much appreciated

    Legacy model differences?

    in Legacy & Outback

    Posted

    What I'm really after is is a 'sport' non turbo just sporty trim or is it a completely different suspension?

    Is the 'eyesight' the most 'luxurious' variant?

    How does B sport differ from 'sport'?

    In the past I have owned a Honda Accord ex japan for which parts were hard to find as apparantly that particular model of that particular Accord was very uncommon, so I am trying to avoid a model where parts in NZ are again hard to find.

    I dont seem to be able to find a Jap import 2010-ish that comes in a standard non turbo 3 litre engine.

    Am I wrong to assume that a 2.5 GT version with turbo is just another part that can go wrong and be expensive to rectify? I would assume these cars as jap imports will have been hooned around in over there?

    And I am wondering why a 5 speed gearbox is still used on a 2010 GT but a CVT on the non turbos. Doesnt this suggest that a older 5 speed trannies are considered more 'durable'? Or do the new 2014 GTs have CVT now too?

    Do all 2.5 L non turbo models come with cam belts rather than cam chains or which 2.5 L models are chain driven?

    Its very confusing... thats why we considered an Atenza Sports wagon.... but hubby hates front wheel drive cars...

    Legacy model differences?

    in Legacy & Outback

    Posted

    Hello

    Have narrowed down the car we want. Now I notice there are so many variations of the same car ex Japan.

    Could someone please recommend a website that explains these in simple terms or maybe somewhere here can reply with simple explanations? Would be great. Thanks.

    2.5 S Style

    2.5 I Eyesight

    2.5 L package

    2.5 XT Eyesight

    2.5 I

    2.5 ISAIS package

    2.5 Eyesight B Sport

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