Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Subaru Outback Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U): Installation
CAUTION:
- When installing the VDCCM & H/U to the bracket, make sure that there is no oil adhered to the threads of VDCCM & H/U. If the oil is adhered, degrease it carefully before tightening.
- Connect the VDCCM & H/U connector securely.
- Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description". Refer to , VDC CONTROL MODULE & HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM & H/U) , COMPONENT, General Description.
- Bleed air from the brake system. Refer to AIR BLEEDING .
- Perform parameter confirmation, selection, and registration.NOTE:
- When the VDCCM & H/U is replaced with a new part, be sure to perform the selection registration operation.
- For the selection and registration of parameter, the Subaru Select Monitor is required.
- When the registration has not been performed, the DTC code "Parameter selection error" is detected together with the ABS/EBD/VDC warning light illumination.
- Check that the applied model and grade of the relevant vehicle are included. Refer to SUBARU SELECT MONITOR .
- If the applied model and grade of the target vehicle are not included on the {Confirm on parameter} display screen, perform parameter selection and registration. Refer to SUBARU SELECT MONITOR .
- Perform mode setting for each sensor.
- Set up mode for Neutral of Steering Angle Sensor & Lateral G Sensor 0 point: Refer to , SET UP MODE FOR NEUTRAL OF STEERING ANGLE SENSOR & LATERAL G SENSOR 0 POINT .
- Longitudinal G sensor & lateral G sensor 0 point setting mode: Refer to , LONGITUDINAL G SENSOR & LATERAL G SENSOR 0 POINT SETTING MODE .
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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.