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2004 Subaru Outback F6-3.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Actuator Operation
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
OPERATION
1. Prepare Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Insert cartridge into Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect test mode connector at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
5. Connect Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
2. Connect diagnosis cable to data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and OBD-II general scan tool.
6. Turn ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
7. On the Main Menu display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
8. On the System Selection Menu display screen, select the {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
9. Press the [YES] key after displayed the information of engine type.
10. On the Engine Diagnosis display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
11. On the 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 operation check mode. The display will then return to the Actuator ON/OFF Operation screen.
- A list of the support data is shown in the table.
NOTE:
- The parts will be displayed but not functional because they are not installed on the vehicle.
- For detailed operation procedure, refer to the SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL.
OPERATION
1. Prepare Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Insert cartridge into Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect test mode connector at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
5. Connect Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
2. Connect diagnosis cable to data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and OBD-II general scan tool.
6. Turn ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
7. On the Main Menu display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
8. On the System Selection Menu display screen, select the {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
9. Press the [YES] key after displayed the information of engine type.
10. On the Engine Diagnosis display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
11. On the 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 operation check mode. The display will then return to the Actuator ON/OFF Operation screen.
- A list of the support data is shown in the table.
NOTE:
- The parts will be displayed but not functional because they are not installed on the vehicle.
- 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.