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2006 Saab 9-2X F4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
OPERATION
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Insert the cartridge into Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect the test mode connector (A) at the lower portion of instrument panel (on driver's side).
5. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of instrument panel (on drivers side).
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool.
6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor power switch to ON.
7. On �Main Menu� display screen, select the {2. Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
8. On �System Selection Menu� display screen, select the {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
9. Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type is displayed.
10. On �Engine Diagnosis� display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
11. On �System Operation Check Mode� display screen, select the {Actuator ON/OFF Operation} and press the [YES] key.
12. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the �Actuator ON/OFF Operation� display screen and press the [YES] key.
13. Pressing the [NO] key completes the compulsory valve operation check mode. The display will then return to the �Actuator ON/OFF Operation� screen.
^ A list of support data is shown in the table.
NOTE: The following parts will be displayed but not functional.
^ For detailed operation procedure, refer to SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL.
OPERATION
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Insert the cartridge into Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect the test mode connector (A) at the lower portion of instrument panel (on driver's side).
5. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of instrument panel (on drivers side).
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool.
6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor power switch to ON.
7. On �Main Menu� display screen, select the {2. Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
8. On �System Selection Menu� display screen, select the {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
9. Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type is displayed.
10. On �Engine Diagnosis� display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
11. On �System Operation Check Mode� display screen, select the {Actuator ON/OFF Operation} and press the [YES] key.
12. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the �Actuator ON/OFF Operation� display screen and press the [YES] key.
13. Pressing the [NO] key completes the compulsory valve operation check mode. The display will then return to the �Actuator ON/OFF Operation� screen.
^ A list of support data is shown in the table.
NOTE: The following parts will be displayed but not functional.
^ For detailed operation procedure, refer to SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL.
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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.
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