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.
2001 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Read Current Data
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Outback, 2003 Subaru Legacy, and 2003 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- On the << Main Menu >> display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the << YES >> key.
- On the << System Selection Menu >> display screen, select the {Brake Control System} and press the << YES >> key.
- Press the << YES >> key after displayed the information of ABS type.
- On the << Brake Control Diagnosis >> display screen, select the {Current Data Display & Save} and press the << YES >> key.
- On the << Data Display Menu >> display screen, select the {Data Display} and press the << YES >> key.
- Using the scroll key, move the display screen up or down until the desired data is shown.
- A list of the support data is shown in the following table.
READ CURRENT DATA SPECIFICATION CHART
| Display screen | Contents to be monitored | Unit of measure |
|---|---|---|
| FR Wheel Speed | Wheel speed detected by the Front Right ABS sensor is displayed | km/h or MPH |
| FL Wheel Speed | Wheel speed detected by the Front Left ABS sensor is displayed | km/h or MPH |
| RR Wheel Speed | Wheel speed detected by the Rear Right ABS sensor is displayed | km/h or MPH |
| RL Wheel Speed | Wheel speed detected by the Rear Left ABS sensor is displayed | km/h or MPH |
| Stop Light Switch | Stop light switch signal | ON or OFF |
| Stop Light Switch | Stop light switch monitor voltage is displayed. | V |
| G sensor output Signal | Refers to vehicle acceleration detecting by the analog G sensor. It appears on the select monitor display in volts. | V |
| Valve Relay Signal | Valve Relay Signal | ON or OFF |
| Motor Relay Signal | Motor Relay Signal | ON or OFF |
| ABS Signal to TCM | ABS operation signal from ABS control module to TCM | ON or OFF |
| ABS Warning Lamp | ON operation of the ABS warning light is displayed. | ON or OFF |
| Motor Relay Monitor | Operating condition of the motor relay is displayed. | ON or OFF |
| Valve Relay Monitor | Operating condition of the valve relay is displayed. | ON or OFF |
| CCM Signal | ABS operation signal from ABS control module to TCM | ON or OFF |
NOTE:
For detailed operation procedure, refer to the 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.