2012 Subaru Outback Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Customizing Function: General

  • The following system can be customized by using a SUBARU select monitor.
System name Initial setting Customized settings
Room light (delayed extinguishment) Illuminating time after door closed 5 seconds 0 seconds (OFF)
3 seconds (short)
8 seconds (long)
Illuminating time after keyless unlock operation 20 seconds 0 seconds (OFF)
10 seconds (short)
30 seconds (long)
Keyless entry system Answer back buzzer Existence setting Yes No
ON/OFF ON OFF
Hazard answer back ON OFF
Alarm system Warning ON/OFF ON OFF
Monitoring delay setting 30 seconds 0 seconds
Impact sensor Existence setting No Yes
ON/OFF OFF ON
Passive arming switching OFF ON
Rear defogger timer OFF after 15 minutes Operates for 15 minutes or continuously
Wiper deicer OFF after 15 minutes Operates for 15 minutes or continuously
Lockout prevention ON OFF
Battery drain prevention ON OFF

*:Setting is possible only with SUBARU select monitor.

NOTE: Items above must be set to coincide with the vehicle's equipment and specifications for normal operation and diagnosis.
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  • • 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.