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.
Subaru Select Monitor (SSM) Procedure
2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Subaru Select Monitor (SSM) Procedure
- After performing diagnosis and clearing ECM memory, warm engine to normal operating temperature. Prepare Subaru Select Monitor by inserting appropriate diagnostic cartridge and connecting diagnostic cable.
- Turn ignition off. Locate and connect Green test connector leads together. See Figure, Figure and Figure . Raise and suitably support vehicle, or place all wheels on rollers. Ensure vehicle is properly secured using front and rear towing/tie-down hooks.
- Turn ignition off. Connect SSM to 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) located under left side of instrument panel. See Figure, Figure and Figure . Turn ignition and SSM on.
- On main menu display screen, select {2. Each System Check} and press [YES] key. On <System Selection Menu> display screen, select {Engine Control System} and press [YES] key. After engine type information is displayed, press [YES] key. On <Engine Diagnosis> display screen, select {Dealer Check Mode Procedure} and press [YES] key. When "Perform Inspection (Dealer Check) Mode?" is shown on display screen, press [YES] key. Follow all instructions on display screen.
- If problems are still present, DTCs will be displayed. Record codes as required. After codes have been displayed, release parking brake. This verification procedure may cause ABS warning light to illuminate due to speed variations between front and rear wheels. Clear ABS memory. See appropriate ANTI-LOCK article in BRAKES.
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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.