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2007 Subaru Outback F6-3.0L DOHCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
OPERATION
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to the Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Connect the test mode connector (A) located under the glove box.
4. 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 the scan tools except for the Subaru Select Monitor or 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 {Each System Check}.
7. On the "System Selection Menu" display screen, select {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 table.
NOTE:
- The parts in the table will be displayed but not functional.
- For detailed operation procedure, refer to the "SUBARU SELECT MONITOR OPERATION MANUAL".
OPERATION
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to the Subaru Select Monitor.
3. Connect the test mode connector (A) located under the glove box.
4. 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 the scan tools except for the Subaru Select Monitor or 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 {Each System Check}.
7. On the "System Selection Menu" display screen, select {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 table.
NOTE:
- The parts in the table will be displayed but not functional.
- 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.