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.
2006 Subaru Forester X, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode: Operation
- Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. <Ref. to PREPARATION TOOL GENERAL DESCRIPTION. >
- Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
- Insert the cartridge to Subaru Select Monitor. <Ref. to PREPARATION TOOL GENERAL DESCRIPTION. >
- Connect the test mode connector (A) at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
- Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
- Data link connector is located in the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
- Connect the diagnosis cable to data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool. - Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
- 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 {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
- On the «System Operation Check Mode» display screen, select the {Actuator ON/OFF Operation} and press the [YES] key.
- Select the desired compulsory actuator on the «Actuator ON/OFF Operation» display screen and press the [YES] key.
- Pressing the [NO] key completes the compulsory valve 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 following table.
CONTENT DISPLAY CHART
| Contents | Display |
|---|---|
| Compulsory fuel pump relay operation check | Fuel Pump Relay |
| Compulsory radiator fan relay operation check | Radiator Fan Relay |
| Compulsory air conditioning relay operation check | A/C Compressor Relay |
| Compulsory purge control solenoid valve operation check | CPC Valve Duty Ratio |
| Compulsory pressure control solenoid valve operation check | PCV Solenoid Valve |
| Compulsory air assist vent control solenoid valve operation check | Vent Control Solenoid Valve |
NOTE:
The following parts will be displayed but not functional.
DISPLAY CHART
| Display |
|---|
| EGR Solenoid Valve |
| ASV Solenoid Valve |
| FICD Solenoid |
| Pressure Switching Sol. 1 |
| Pressure Switching Sol.2 |
| Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid |
| AAI Solenoid Valve |
| Emission-bypass Valve |
| Fuel Tank Sensor Control Valve |
| Secondary Air Combination Valve 1 |
| Secondary Air Combination Valve 2 |
| Secondary Air Pump Relay |
- 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.