2006 Subaru Outback i, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

How To Use SUBARU Select Monitor

  1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. < Ref. to PREPARATION TOOL , General Description. >
    Fig 1: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Kit
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  2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
  3. Insert the cartridge to Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to PREPARATION TOOL , General Description. >
    Fig 2: Inserting Cartridge Into Subaru Select Monitor
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  4. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to the data link connector.
    1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
      Fig 3: Locating Data Link Connector Location
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    2. Connect the diagnosis cable to data link connector.
    CAUTION: Do not connect any scan tools except Subaru Select Monitor or general scan tool.
  5. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
    Fig 4: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Switch
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  6. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, call up DTCs and data, then record them.
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