2005 Subaru Baja Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

How To Use SUBARU Select Monitor

  1. Prepare Subaru Select Monitor kit. < Ref. to , PREPARATION TOOLΒ , General Description. >
    Fig 1: View Of Subaru Select Monitor Kit
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  2. Connect diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
  3. Insert cartridge into Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to , PREPARATION TOOLΒ , General Description. >
    Fig 2: Inserting Cartridge Into Subaru Select Monitor
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  4. Connect Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
    1. Data link connector (A) located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
      Fig 3: Connecting Subaru Select Monitor To Data Link Connector
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    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.
  5. Turn ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
    Fig 4: Identifying Power Switch
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  6. Using Subaru Select Monitor, call up diagnostic trouble code(s) and various data, then record them.
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