2007 Subaru Forester X, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode: Operation

  1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. <Ref. to PREPARATION TOOL , General Description. >
  2. Connect the diagnosis cable to the Subaru Select Monitor.
  3. Connect the test mode connector (A) at the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
    Fig 1: Identifying Test Mode Connector
    G04993022Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  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 2: Identifying Data Link Connector Location
      G04997584Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Connect the diagnosis cable to the data link connector.
      CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool.
  5. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and run the Subaru Select Monitor.
  6. On the «Main Menu» display screen, select the {Each System Check}.
  7. On the «System Selection Menu» display screen, select the {Engine Control System}.
  8. Select the [OK] after the information of engine type has been displayed.
  9. On the «Engine Diagnosis» display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode}.
  10. On the «System Operation Check Mode» display screen, select the {Actuator ON/OFF Operation}.
  11. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the «Actuator ON/OFF Operation» display screen.
  12. Selecting the [NO] 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.
    SUPPORT DATA 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.
      EGR SOLENOID VALVE SPECIFICATIONS

      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.