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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2007FORESTER F4-2.5L DOHC TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESCOMPULSORY VALVE OPERATION CHECK MODE
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC Turbo
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC TurboSECTION Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
PROCEDURE

1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.

3. Insert the cartridge to Subaru Select Monitor.

4. Connect the test mode connector (A) located at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).

5. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
CAUTION: Do not connect any scan tools except the Subaru Select Monitor or the general scan tool.

6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
7. On the "Main Menu" display screen, select {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
8. On the "System Selection Menu" display screen, select {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
9. Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type has been displayed.
10. On the "Engine Diagnosis" display screen, select {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
11. On the "System Operation Check Mode" display screen, select {Actuator ON/OFF Operation} and press the [YES] key.
12. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the "Actuator ON/OFF Operation" display screen and press the [YES] key.
13. Pressing the [NO] key completes the compulsory 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 table.

NOTE:
- The following parts will be displayed but not functional because they are not installed on the vehicle.
- For detailed operation procedure, refer to the "SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL".
PROCEDURE
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Insert the cartridge to Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect the test mode connector (A) located at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
5. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
CAUTION: Do not connect any scan tools except the Subaru Select Monitor or the general scan tool.
6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
7. On the "Main Menu" display screen, select {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
8. On the "System Selection Menu" display screen, select {Engine Control System} and press the [YES] key.
9. Press the [YES] key after the information of engine type has been displayed.
10. On the "Engine Diagnosis" display screen, select {System Operation Check Mode} and press the [YES] key.
11. On the "System Operation Check Mode" display screen, select {Actuator ON/OFF Operation} and press the [YES] key.
12. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the "Actuator ON/OFF Operation" display screen and press the [YES] key.
13. Pressing the [NO] key completes the compulsory 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 table.
NOTE:
- The following parts will be displayed but not functional because they are not installed on the vehicle.
- 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:
- 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.