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SUBARU Select Monitor

  1. After clearing the memory, check for any remaining unresolved trouble data. < Ref. to CLEAR MEMORY MODE .>
  2. Warm up the engine.
  3. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. < Ref. to PREPARATION TOOL , General Description.>
    Fig 1: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Kit
    G05658482Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Prepare the personal computer which has been installed the Subaru Select Monitor.
  5. Connect the USB cable between SDI (Subaru Diagnosis Interface) and USB port on the personal computer (dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor).
    NOTE: The dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor means the USB port which was used to install the Subaru Select Monitor.
  6. Connect the diagnosis cable to the SDI.
  7. Connect the delivery (test) mode connector (A) at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
    Fig 2: Identifying Delivery (Test) Mode Connector
    G04993022Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Connect the SDI to data link connector located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
    Fig 3: Locating Data Link Connector
    G04997584Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Do not connect the scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool.
  9. Start up the personal computer.
  10. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF), and run the "PC application for Subaru Select Monitor".
  11. On the « Main Menu » display screen, select the {Each System Check}.
  12. On the « System Selection Menu » display screen, select the {Engine Control System}.
  13. Click the [OK] button after the information of engine type has been displayed.
  14. On the « Engine Diagnosis » display screen, select the {D Check}.
  15. When the « Perform Inspection (Dealer Check) Mode » is shown on the screen, click the [Next] button.
  16. Perform subsequent procedures as instructed on the display screen.
    • If trouble still remains in the memory, the corresponding DTC appears on the display screen.
    NOTE:
    • For detailed operation procedure, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".
    • For details concerning DTC, refer to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .

    • Release the parking brake.
    • The speed difference between front and rear wheels may illuminate the ABS warning light, but this does not indicate a malfunction. When engine control diagnosis is finished, perform the ABS memory clearance procedure of the self-diagnosis system. < Ref. to CLEAR MEMORY MODE .>