Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Subaru Tribeca PremiumFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Rear Differential: Option
COAK
| Digits | Code | Meaning | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 2 | C0 | Destination | C0: Canada C4: Central and South America U4: USA |
| 3 - 4 | AK | Option equipment | Refer to the option list |
- 3-digit number
A C D E F L N O P Leather seat - - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Driver seat memory sheet - - ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Seat heater ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Sunroof + roof rail - ◦ - ◦ ◦ ◦ - - - Sunroof + roof rail (silver paint) - - ◦ - - - - ◦ ◦ HID headlight - - ◦ - - ◦ - ◦ ◦ Home link - ◦ - ◦ ◦ - ◦ ◦ ◦ Rear seat entertainment - - ◦ - ◦ ◦ - - ◦ 7-spoke aluminum wheel - - - - - - - ◦ ◦ - 4-digit number
| C | E | J | K | L | M | N | U | V | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navigation system | - | - | - | - | - | - | ◦ | - | ◦ |
| Rear view camera + navigation display | - | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | - | ◦ | ◦ | - | ◦ |
| Rear view camera + inner mirror with rear view display | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | ◦ | - |
| High grade audio & speakers | - | - | ◦ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Satellite-compatible+high grade audio & speakers | - | ◦ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| HK-type audio & speakers | - | - | - | - | - | ◦ | ◦ | - | - |
| HK-type audio & speakers+XM | ◦ | - | - | - | - | - | - | ◦ | ◦ |
| Rear cooler | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ | ◦ |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
