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.
2005 Subaru Outback Limited, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Read Freeze Frame Data For Engine (OBD Mode)
- 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 {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
- Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type has been displayed.
- On the "Engine Diagnosis" display screen, select the {OBD System} and press the [YES] key.
- On the "OBD Menu" display screen, select the {Freeze Frame Data} and press the [YES] key.
- A list of support data is shown in SUPPORT DATA LIST (OBD MODE) - FREEZE FRAME DATA .
SUPPORT DATA LIST (OBD MODE) - FREEZE FRAME DATA
| Contents | Display | Unit of measure |
|---|---|---|
| DTC for freeze frame data | Freeze frame data | DTC |
| Air fuel ratio control system for bank 1 | Fuel system for Bank1 | ON or OFF |
| Engine load data | Engine Load | % |
| Engine coolant temperature signal | Coolant Temp. | °C or °F |
| Short term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor | Short term fuel trim B1 | % |
| Long term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor | Long term fuel trim B1 | % |
| Intake manifold absolute pressure signal | Mani. Absolute Pressure | mmHg, kPa, inHg or psig |
| Engine speed signal | Engine Speed | RPM |
| Vehicle speed signal | Vehicle Speed | km/h or MPH |
| Ignition timing signal | Ignition Timing | ° |
| Intake air volume | Mass Air Flow | g/s or lb/m |
| Intake air temperature signal | Intake Air Temp | °C |
| Throttle position signal | Throttle Opening Angle | % |
| Oxygen sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 2) | Oxygen sensor #12 | V |
| A/F correction (Bank 1 Sensor 2) | Short term fuel trim #12 | % |
| Front oxygen (A/F) sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1) | Oxygen sensor #11 | Support |
| Oxygen sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 2) | Oxygen sensor #12 | Support |
NOTE:
For detailed operation procedure, refer to 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.
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