Diagnostic Procedure For DTC P05A0 - Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Stuck On (12-229-21)

WARNING: This page is about the Outback Limited XT, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2021-11-02
Reference number: 12-229-21

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR DTC P05A0 - ACTIVE GRILLE AIR SHUTTER "A" STUCK ON

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 12-229-21, Date of Issue: November 02, 2021

SUBARU:

2020-22 Outback, Legacy

APPLICABILITY

2020-22MY Outback & Legacy

INTRODUCTION

This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic information regarding DTC P05A0. In some cases, the front bumper beam mounting tabs for the active grille shutter can be misaligned causing DTC P05A0 to be stored within the ECM. Follow the information outlined in this bulletin if DTC P05A0 is detected.

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION

The front bumper beams equipped on Legacy & Outback models produced AFTER the starting VIN information provided in the chart provided below will NOT be affected with any misaligned mounting tabs.

Model	Starting VIN
LEGACY	N3003684
OUTBACK	N3110624

PART INFORMATION

REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired.

Part Description	Part Number
BACK BEAM COMPLETE-FRONT	57711AN00A9P

SERVICE PROCEDURE/INFORMATION

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NOTE: Refer to the applicable Service Manual and review: General Description > Repair Contents > Action required before & after Battery Disconnect . Additionally, record any stored seat position(s) before proceeding. Relearn any seat position memory after work is complete. If the power rear gate (PRG) height has been customized, that position must also be noted and relearned.

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Remove the front bumper. Refer to the applicable Service Manual: Body & Electrical/WIRING SYSTEM > EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > Front Bumper
Inspect the active grille shutter mounting tabs located on the front bumper beam for any incorrect alignment.

EXAMPLES:
If any incorrect alignment of the mounting tab(s) is found, replace the front bumper beam as per the applicable Service Manual: Body & Electrical > EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > Front Bumper
If the mounting tabs are found to be correctly aligned, continue diagnosis for DTC P05A0 by following the applicable Service Manual.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Whenever reconnecting the ground cable terminal to the battery sensor, torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTSEMS > Battery Sensor .

WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION

For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information:

Labor Description	Labor Operation #	Labor Time	Fail Code
FRONT BUMPER COVER &/OR BUMPER CUSHION R&R	B916503	0.5	XEO-07
FRONT BUMPER SUPPORT &/OR RAD GUIDE R&R	C916513	0.2	XEO-07

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