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2009 Subaru Outback F4-2.5L SOHCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
Compulsory Valve Operation Check Mode
OPERATION
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Prepare PC with Subaru Select Monitor installed.
3. Connect the USB cable between SDI (Subaru Diagnosis Interface) and USB port on the personal computer (dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor).
NOTE: The dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor means the USB port which was used to install the Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect the diagnosis cable to SDI.
5. Connect the delivery (test) mode connector (A) located under the glove box.
6. Connect SDI 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 Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool.
7. Start the PC.
8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and run the "PC application for Subaru Select Monitor".
9. On the [[Main Menu]] display screen, select the {Each System Check}.
10. On the [[System Selection Menu]] display screen, select the {Engine Control System}.
11. Click the [OK] button after the information of engine type has been displayed.
12. On the [[Engine Diagnosis]] display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode}.
13. On the [[System Operation Check Mode]] display screen, select the {Actuator ON/OFF Dr.}.
14. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the [[Actuator ON/OFF Operation]] display screen and click the [Next] button.
15. Clicking the [End] button 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.
NOTE:
- The following parts will be displayed but not functional.
- For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".
OPERATION
1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
2. Prepare PC with Subaru Select Monitor installed.
3. Connect the USB cable between SDI (Subaru Diagnosis Interface) and USB port on the personal computer (dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor).
NOTE: The dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor means the USB port which was used to install the Subaru Select Monitor.
4. Connect the diagnosis cable to SDI.
5. Connect the delivery (test) mode connector (A) located under the glove box.
6. Connect SDI 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 Subaru Select Monitor and general scan tool.
7. Start the PC.
8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and run the "PC application for Subaru Select Monitor".
9. On the [[Main Menu]] display screen, select the {Each System Check}.
10. On the [[System Selection Menu]] display screen, select the {Engine Control System}.
11. Click the [OK] button after the information of engine type has been displayed.
12. On the [[Engine Diagnosis]] display screen, select the {System Operation Check Mode}.
13. On the [[System Operation Check Mode]] display screen, select the {Actuator ON/OFF Dr.}.
14. Select the desired compulsory actuator on the [[Actuator ON/OFF Operation]] display screen and click the [Next] button.
15. Clicking the [End] button 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.
NOTE:
- The following parts will be displayed but not functional.
- For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".
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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.