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 RFACTORY 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} 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 the support data is shown in FREEZE FRAME DATA FOR ENGINE (OBD MODE) CHART .
FREEZE FRAME DATA FOR ENGINE (OBD MODE) CHART
| DESCRIPTION | Display | Unit of measure |
|---|---|---|
| DTC of freeze frame data | Freeze frame data | DTC |
| Air fuel ratio control system for bank 1 | Fuel system for Bank 1 | - |
| Air fuel ratio control system for bank 2 | Fuel system for bank 2 | - |
| Engine load data | Engine Load | % |
| Engine coolant temperature signal | Coolant Temp. | °C or °F |
| Short term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor (bank 1) | Short term fuel trim B1 | % |
| Long term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor (bank 1) | Long term fuel trim B1 | % |
| Short term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor (bank 2) | Short term fuel trim B2 | % |
| Long term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor (bank 2) | Long term fuel trim B2 | % |
| Intake manifold absolute pressure signal | Mani. Absolute Pressure | mmHg, kPa, inHg or psi |
| Engine speed signal | Engine Speed | RPM |
| Vehicle speed signal | Vehicle Speed | km/h or MPH |
| Ignition timing adv. #1 | Ignition timing adv. #1 | ° |
| Intake Air Temp | Intake Air Temp. | °C |
| Mass Air Flow | Mass Air Flow | g/s |
| Throttle Opening Angle | Throttle Opening Angle | % |
| Oxygen sensor #12 | Oxygen sensor #12 | V |
| Short term fuel trim #12 | Short term fuel trim #12 | % |
| Oxygen sensor #22 | Oxygen sensor #22 | V |
| Short term fuel trim #12 | Short term fuel trim #12 | % |
| Oxygen sensor #11 | Oxygen sensor #11 | support |
| Oxygen sensor #12 | Oxygen sensor #12 | support |
| Oxygen sensor #21 | Oxygen sensor #21 | support |
| Oxygen sensor #22 | Oxygen sensor #22 | support |
NOTE:
For detailed operation procedure, refer to the generic scan tool instruction cards, 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.
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