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2010 Subaru Forester Supported Services
2010 Subaru Forester
ADAS calibration, module programming, and security relearns
Multiple trim levels available. ADAS feature availability varies by trim and options package. Contact us for specific trim calibration requirements.
Technical snapshot
- Platform SH (3rd Gen, 2009-2013)
- CAN Architecture HS-CAN (500 kbps) - ISO 15765-4 compliant; OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14
- Security Subaru ID46 transponder (Philips Crypto 2, Hitachi IMMO ECU); DAT17 or SUB4 key blank; SSM4 PIN code extraction possible; AKL requires SSM4 + dealer PIN code + immo module registration
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OVERVIEW
Expert ADAS calibration, module programming, and diagnostic recovery for the 2010 Subaru Forester. On this vehicle we cover documented systems include Rear View Camera, this SH (3rd Gen, 2009-2013) platform vehicle, Subaru Immobilizer immobilizer support. Mobile across the DFW Metroplex; mail-in module service is available nationwide.
Platform
SH (3rd Gen, 2009-2013)
Production
2009-present
Trim Levels
Multiple trim levels available. ADAS feature availability varies by trim and options package. Contact us for specific trim calibration requirements.
Drivetrain
AWD
Engine
-
CAN Speed
HS-CAN (500 kbps) - ISO 15765-4 compliant; OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14
YEAR-SPECIFIC NOTES
Exact-year service summary for 2010 Subaru Forester
Electronic systems coverage
This 2010 Subaru Forester page does not list sensor-system records yet; module, security, and programming support is confirmed by VIN before service.
View systemsProgrammable modules
This page indexes 20 programmable module records across SRS, ECU, BCM, TCU/TCM, ABS, and IPC coverage.
View modulesGateway and security
This page includes 3 gateway, immobilizer, or key-security records for this 2010 Subaru Forester.
View securityCore Auto Logic capability
Core Auto Logic supports exact-year diagnostics, module programming, and security-access planning for the 2010 Subaru Forester using the documented module data on this page.
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Feature availability
Platform: SH (3rd Gen, 2009-2013) - Confirmed
Driver-assist suite
No standard EyeSight - pre-Gen3 generation. Rear camera standard on select trims; no forward radar.
VIN and build split
VIN pos 4-8 identifies model/body/engine. Subaru WMI: 4S3, JF1, JF2. Position 4-5 = model. Position 10 = model year code.
Infotainment context
Subaru AM/FM stereo; CD player; Bluetooth (select trims); Aux input
Network and access
CAN: HS-CAN (500 kbps) - ISO 15765-4 compliant; OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14
Tool access for this exact year
Representative tool access paths for this exact model year, gated by the vehicle data and source packet we currently trust.
Factory scan, coding, and calibration access
Subaru SSM4
Factory routines and secure server authorization control this path when aftermarket coverage is not enough for the VIN.
ADAS scan, setup, and verification
Autel, Launch Tech, Topdon
Used where aftermarket coverage supports the procedure; OEM software remains required for locked factory routines.
Bench cloning and chip-level recovery
Alientech / Autotuner / Orange5 / Scanmatik / Flex / VVDI2 / PCMFlash / CGDI / X-Prog
Used only when the module, donor data, EEPROM, MCU, or crash-data workflow requires bench or chip-level handling.
Bench/chip-level only
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SUPPORTED SYSTEMS
What we service on this vehicle
Documented module coverage for the 2010 Subaru Forester. Counts reflect modules our techs have programmed or calibrated on this exact platform.
Engine / ECU Programming
1 module documented
Powertrain reprogramming, calibration updates, replacement ECU configuration and security access.
Open Modules tabBCM / Body Programming
1 module documented
Body control module, gateway and accessory programming. Includes feature-bit reconfiguration.
Open Modules tabTCU / Transmission
2 modules documented
Transmission control module reprogramming, adaptive learning reset and replacement TCM clone.
Open Modules tabSRS / Airbag Reset
8 modules documented
Crash-data clear, hard-code reset and replacement airbag module configuration.
Open Modules tabABS / Brake Module
3 modules documented
ABS / EBCM bleed support, replacement module coding and yaw-rate sensor calibration.
Open Modules tabIPC, SAS & Other Modules
3 modules documented
Instrument cluster cloning, steering angle sensor calibration and other supporting modules.
Open Modules tabConnectivity & Accessories
2 modules documented
Infotainment radio, surround view, remote start, trailer brake controller and other equipped systems.
Open Modules tabNeed something not listed? Most undocumented modules can still be programmed.
Feature availability 1
Platform: SH (3rd Gen, 2009-2013)
ConfirmedVerify platform code matches when cross-referencing part numbers across model years.
WHAT WE RESOLVE
Common issues on this vehicle
Common Subaru Forester issues we resolve on this platform: Rear View Camera recalibration after windshield/bumper/suspension/CCM service. Module programming for replacement ECU/PCM, BCM, TCU, or accessory modules - SH (3rd Gen, 2009-2013) platform uses HS-CAN (500 kbps) - ISO 15765-4 compliant; OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14.
ADAS CALIBRATION MATRIX
ADAS systems on this vehicle
No standard EyeSight - pre-Gen3 generation. Rear camera standard on select trims; no forward radar.
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| System | Type | Category | Cal. Type | Supported | Part # | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear View Camera | Rear Camera | Camera | None | YES | - |
ADAS SYSTEM
YES Supported
Identification
- System type
- Module category
- Sensor location
Part Numbers
- OEM
- Alternative
Calibration & Triggers
- Calibration type
- Programming approach
- Requires PMI
- Trigger events
Technical Notes
- Chip / MCU
- Service notes
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WHEN IS CALIBRATION REQUIRED?
Triggers for ADAS recalibration
ECM Replacement
SSM4 IMMO registration + idle air volume learn.
ABS/VDC Module Replacement
SSM4 bleed work support.
SRS Modules
Airbag Control Module (ACM) 8 records
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221 SC010
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221 SC030
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221 SC040
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221 SC041
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221SA140 152300 8332
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C56
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221SC030 150300 0940
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221SC040 150300 0950
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
Under center console
- Part number
- 98221SC041 150300 0951
- Location
- Under center console
- Manufacturer
- Continental
- Chip / MCU
- 93C86
- Notes
- Requires SSM4 or compatible scan tool for SRS reset. DTC B1610 common post-crash. Battery disconnect and 90-second wait before module removal.
ECU Modules
ECM - 2.5L EJ253 SOHC / 2.5L EJ255 Turbo (XT) / 2.5L FB25 (2011+)
- Notes
- Subaru Forester ECM. SSM4 VIN registration + IMMO write.
BCM Modules
Body Integrated Unit (BIU)
- Notes
- Subaru BIU. SSM4 coding after replacement.
TCU / TCM Transmission Modules
TCU - TR580 CVT 31711AA7
- Part number
- 31711AA7
- Protocol / method
- J2534
- Coding required
- Yes
- Cloning supported
- Yes
- Chip / MCU
- Hitachi SH7058
- Notes
- CVT relearn via SSM-III required after programming. Use Subaru CVT Fluid ECVT. VIN coding mandatory.
TCU - 4EAT 4-Speed Auto 31711AA6
- Part number
- 31711AA6
- Protocol / method
- Bench
- Coding required
- Yes
- Cloning supported
- No
- Chip / MCU
- Hitachi SH7055
- Notes
- EEPROM clone only. Adaptation reset via SSM-III. Use ATF-HP fluid. VIN and immobilizer coding required.
ABS / Brake Modules
ABS/VDC Control Module (ABSCM)
- Notes
- Subaru ABS/VDC. SSM4 bleed work support.
Other Modules (IPC, SAS)
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) 85003SC010
- Part number
- 85003SC010
- Cloning supported
- Yes
- Notes
- IPC cloning required for mileage preservation during replacement. Use Launch advanced programming tool or EEPROM programming tool for EEPROM read/write.
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS)
- Coding required
- Yes
- Notes
- INTEGRATED (clock spring / steering column module
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS)
- Coding required
- Yes
- Notes
- cross-year extension)
Connectivity & Accessories
Camera, remote start, and convenience equipment - if equipped SSM4 OR THE SUBARU PARTS CATALOG
- Part number
- SSM4 OR THE SUBARU PARTS CATALOG
- Notes
- Use Subaru service information and SSM4 where applicable for DTC checks, registration, option configuration, and post-repair function checks. Do not apply later STARLINK or EyeSight procedures without confirming the VIN supports that equipment.
ARCHITECTURE & CONNECTIVITY
Architecture & Connectivity
- Body Construction
- Unibody - Subaru Global Platform (SGP); high-tensile steel ring structure
- OBD Protocol
- ISO 15765-4 CAN (500 kbps)
- CAN Architecture
- HS-CAN (500 kbps) - ISO 15765-4 compliant; OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14
- Infotainment
- Subaru AM/FM stereo; CD player; Bluetooth (select trims); Aux input
- OTA Capable
- No
- ECU/TCM Unlocking
- Contact us
- ECU/TCM Flashing
- Confirmed
Reviewed coverage: 2010 - 2.0L (SHS SHD), 2.0L 4AT (EJ204), 2.0L D (EE20Z), 2.0L XT 4AT (EJ20), 2.5L XT 4AT (EJ255), 2.5L XT 5AT (EJ25).
Confirm the exact engine, ECU, and any prerequisite access method before service.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ
How much does ADAS calibration cost for a 2010 Subaru Forester?
ADAS calibration pricing for a 2010 Subaru Forester depends on which of its 1 documented systems need work after a repair. This vehicle is documented with Rear View Camera. We provide a fixed quote after confirming the operations performed - send the VIN, the repair scope (windshield R&R, bumper work, alignment, collision), and any DTCs so the quote response can include a real number.
Can you reset the airbag light on a 2010 Subaru Forester?
Yes. The 2010 Subaru Forester uses a factory SRS control module that we support. We read and clear stored crash data, then restore the module to factory status so the airbag warning light goes out and the system returns to full operation. Reference part number on this vehicle: 98221 SC010. Mobile diagnosis and programming are available in DFW, and mail-in module service is available nationwide. Send the part number and a description of what triggered the light, and we will provide a quote and scheduling window.
What is needed after replacing the windshield on a 2010 Subaru Forester?
After windshield replacement on a 2010 Subaru Forester, Rear View Camera rely on the forward-facing camera and require recalibration before the systems return to operation. We perform the calibration on-site in the DFW Metroplex with OE target fixtures. Mail-in module service is available nationwide for eligible module work.
How long does a 2010 Subaru Forester module service take?
Most 2010 Subaru Forester onsite jobs are typically scheduled within 24-48 hours once vehicle readiness, access, and route timing are confirmed. This vehicle has roughly 13 programmable modules documented in our database (1 ECU, 1 BCM, 2 TCU, 3 ABS, plus IPC/SAS/gateway/accessory). Mobile module work and ADAS calibration are scheduled in the DFW service area after quote review. Mail-in module service is available nationwide.
Do you cover the 2010 Subaru Forester on-site, or is this mail-in only?
We run a mobile unit across the DFW Metroplex for on-vehicle work (ADAS calibration, post-repair recoding, and supported module work). Mail-in module service is available nationwide. Quote the work and we will confirm the active service path for the 2010 Subaru Forester. Do not ship a module unless support confirms next steps.
What kind of warranty do you offer on 2010 Subaru Forester programming?
Every programming, cloning, and calibration job on the 2010 Subaru Forester is backed by a workmanship warranty covering the scope of work we performed: 1-year unlimited on all flashes, clones, and ADAS calibrations. If a module we programmed or a calibration we performed fails to function as expected, return it and we restore it at no charge. The warranty covers our work; it does not cover unrelated mechanical or electrical failure of the module itself.
Which modules on a 2010 Subaru Forester can you actually service?
We program, clone, repair, or replace the full programmable-module stack on a 2010 Subaru Forester. For this vehicle our database documents:
- 1 engine control (ECU/PCM)
- 2 transmission control (TCU/TCM)
- 1 body control (BCM and related)
- 3 ABS / brake control (EBCM)
- 1 immobilizer / security
- 2 key & fob
- 1 instrument cluster (IPC)
- 2 steering angle sensor (SAS)
- 1 ADAS module
Send the VIN and the operations performed and we will confirm support and pricing.
Additional Module Part Numbers
Additional OEM-sourced part numbers for the 2010 Subaru Forester covering ADAS, ECU/PCM, BCM, TCU/TCM, SRS, ABS/EBCM, instrument cluster (IPC), gateway, and steering angle sensor modules when available. These reference numbers assist technicians with module identification and sourcing prior to programming.
- ECU / PCM Part Numbers
- 22611AK690
- BCM / Body Module Part Numbers
- 88281SC010
- TCU / TCM Part Numbers
- 31711AA7, 31711AA6
- SRS / Airbag Module Part Numbers
- 98221 SC010, 98221 SC030, 98221 SC040, 98221 SC041, 98221SA140 152300 8332, 98221SC030 150300 0940, 98221SC040 150300 0950, 98221SC041 150300 0951
- ABS / EBCM Part Numbers
- 27536SC000
- Instrument Cluster (IPC) Part Numbers
- 85003SC010
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) Part Numbers
- 31711AA7, 31711AA6
Part numbers are OEM base references. Verify exact suffix via VIN-specific build data before ordering. Core Auto Logic provides mobile programming services for all listed modules in the DFW area.
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1-year unlimited warranty on every flash and calibration.
Shared module fitment
Vehicles sharing modules with the 2010 Subaru Forester
These vehicles use one or more of the same replacement modules indexed for this vehicle.
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