2004 Subaru Forester XT, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Clear Memory Mode: Operation

  • SUBARU SELECT MONITOR (NORMAL MODE)Β 
    1. On the << Main Menu >> display screen, select the {2. Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
    2. On the << System Selection Menu >> display screen, select the {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
    3. Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type is displayed.
    4. On the << Engine Diagnosis >> display screen, select the {Clear Memory} and press the [YES] key.
    5. When the `Done' and `Turn Ignition Switch OFF' are shown on the display screen, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and then turn the Subaru Select Monitor to OFF.
    NOTE: For detailed operation procedure, refer to the SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL. .
  • SUBARU SELECT MONITOR (OBD MODE)Β 
    1. On the << Main Menu >> display screen, select the {2. Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
    2. On the << System Selection Menu >> display screen, select the {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
    3. Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type is displayed.
    4. On the << Engine Diagnosis >> display screen, select the {OBD System} and press the [YES] key.
    5. On the << OBD Menu >> display screen, select the {4. Diagnosis Code(s) Cleared} and press the [YES] key.
    6. When the `Clear Diagnostic Code?' is shown on the display screen, press the [YES] key.
    7. Turn the ignition switch to OFF, and then turn the Subaru Select Monitor to OFF.
    NOTE: For detailed operation procedure, refer to the SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL. .
  • OBD-II GENERAL SCAN TOOLΒ 

    For clear memory procedures using the OBD-II general scan tool, refer to the OBD-II General Scan Tool Instruction Manual .

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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