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 Outback XT, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Read Current Data For Engine (OBD Mode)
- On the «Main Menu» display screen, select {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
- On the «System Selection Menu» display screen, select {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 {Current Data Display/Save}, and then press the [YES] key.
- On the «Display Menu» screen, select the {Data Display} and press the [YES] key.
- Using the scroll key, scroll the display screen up or down until the desired data is shown.
- A list of the support data is shown in the following table.
SUPPORT DATA
| Description | Display | Unit of measure | Note (at idling) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of diagnosis code | Number of Diag. Code: | - | - |
| Condition of malfunction indicator light | MI (MIL) | - | ON or OFF |
| Monitoring test of misfire | Misfire Monitoring | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Monitoring test of fuel system | Fuel system monitoring | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Monitoring test of comprehensive component | Component monitoring | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Test of catalyst | Catalyst Diagnosis | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Test of heating-type catalyst | Heated catalyst | - | No support |
| Test of evaporative emission purge control system | Evaporative purge system | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Test of secondary air system | Secondary air system | - | No support |
| Test of air conditioning system refrigerant | A/C system refrigerant | - | No support |
| Oxygen sensor test | Oxygen sensor | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Oxygen sensor heater test | O2 Heater Diagnosis | - | Finish or incomplete |
| Test of EGR system | EGR system | - | No support |
| Air fuel ratio control system for bank 1 | Fuel System for Bank 1 | - | CLOSE normal |
| Engine load data | Calculated load value | % | 1.6% |
| Engine coolant temperature signal | Coolant Temp. | °C or °F | +91°C or 196°F |
| Short term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor | Short term fuel trim B1 | % | +0.0 % |
| Long term fuel trim by front oxygen (A/F) sensor | Long term fuel trim B1 | % | +1.6% |
| Intake manifold absolute pressure signal | Mani. Absolute Pressure | mmHg, kPa, inHg or psig | 256 mmHg |
| Engine speed signal | Engine Speed | rpm | 693 rpm |
| Vehicle speed signal | Vehicle Speed | km/h or MPH | 0km/h |
| #1 Cylinder ignition timing | Ignition timing adv. #1 | ° | +16.0° |
| Intake air temperature signal | Intake Air Temp. | °C or °F | 54°C or 129°F |
| Intake air amount | Mass Air Flow | g/s or lb/m | 3.1 g/s |
| Throttle position signal | Throttle Opening Angle | % | 13% |
| Oxygen sensor #12 | Oxygen Sensor #12 | V | +0.800 V |
| Air fuel ratio correction by rear oxygen sensor | Short term fuel trim #12 | % | +0.8% |
| On-board diagnostic system | OBD System | - | CARB-OBD2 |
| Oxygen sensor #11 | Oxygen Sensor #11 | - | Support |
| Rear oxygen sensor output signal | Oxygen Sensor #12 | - | Support |
| A/F lambda signal | A/F sensor #11 | - | 0.984 |
| A/F sensor output signal | A/F sensor #11 | V | 2.712V |
| A/F lambda signal #11 | A/F sensor #11 | - | 0.992 |
| A/F sensor current #11 | A/F sensor #11 | mA | -0.03 mA |
NOTE:
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.