Cure for nasty downshift

Subaru has announced that TCM reprogramming files are now available to rectify a harsh downshift on 3-2 downshift while slowing to 12-14 mph and then accelerating. TCM reprogramming files were sent to all SDS users in the October 2011 SSMIII Update version 1.28.42.7.

This applies to 2010-2011 and early production 2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with the 3.6L engine and five-speed automatic transmission.

PACK FILE APPLICABILITY

PACK NAME            P/N AFTER REPROGRAM       OLD P/N                 MODEL

30919AA073.pak      30919AA073                             30919AA072              Legacy

30919AA083.pak      30919AA083                             30919AA082              Outback