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 XT, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Mode $06
Refer to test value of troubleshooting and data of test limit on support data bit sequence table. List of support data is shown in CLEAR/RESET EMISSION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION (MODE $04)Β .
CLEAR/RESET EMISSION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION (MODE $04)
| TID | CID | Test value & Test limit |
|---|---|---|
| $81 | $01 | Catalyst system efficiency |
| $83 | $01 | Evaporative emission control system 0.04 inch leak |
| $02 | Evaporative emission control system 0.04 inch leak | |
| $03 | Evaporative emission control system 0.04 inch leak | |
| $04 | Evaporative emission control system 0.04 inch leak | |
| $05 | Evaporative emission control system 0.02 inch leak | |
| $86 | Evaporative emission control system 0.02 inch leak | |
| $84 | $01 | A/F sensor circuit slow response (Bank 1 Sensor 1) |
| $85 | $01 | O2 sensor circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 2) (rich --> lean) |
| $02 | O2 sensor circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 2) (lean --> rich) | |
| $41 | $81 | O2 sensor circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 2) |
| $02 | O2 sensor circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 2) |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
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.
