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BIU Customization Function Change (11-97-10)
Reference number: 11-97-10
BIU CUSTOMIZATION FUNCTION CHANGE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| SUBARU: | All |
| APPLICABILITY: | All Subaru Vehicles |
INTRODUCTION
This bulletin is for information purposes. Beginning with the July 2010 release of the Subaru Select Monitor-III (SSMIII) software, there is a new additional screen when entering BIU customization. This screen is not currently used for the US market, and can just be acknowledged by selecting "OK" to continue.
New software screen examples
When the above new screen appears, select "OK". Then the following screen will appear, as in previous versions.
If "Cancel" is selected on the confirmation screen, the following will appear.
Choose "Cancel" and you will be taken back to the BIU customization selection screen, and you can begin again.
It will open up this dialog box. Click the "Cancel" button.
Click "OK" on the Writing Error dialog box. It will return you to the Select Parameter dialog box.
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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.