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2012 Subaru Outback F6-3.6L DOHCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Read Cancel Code
Read Cancel Code
OPERATION
1. On [[Main Menu]] display, select {Each System Check}. On [[System Selection Menu]] display, select {Engine Control System} and select the [OK]. Select [OK] after the engine type information is displayed.
2. Drive vehicle at 40 km/h (25 MPH) or more and set the cruise control.
CAUTION:
- When performing diagnosis, observe the legal speed limit on the road.
- The cancel code will also appear when cruise control is cancelled by the driver's operation. Do not confuse them.
- Be sure to get an assistant to support the diagnosis while driving, and have him/her operate the select monitor.
3. When the set speed is cancelled by itself (without any cancel operations such as applying brake) or when the cruise control could not be set by performing the setting operation, selecting the {Cancel Code(s) Display} on the engine malfunction diagnosis screen will display the cancel code on the select monitor display.
NOTE: The {Latest Diagnostic Code(s)} and {Memorized Diagnostic Code(s)} are contained in the cancel code. The latest code recognized during current test drive is displayed in {Latest Diagnostic Code(s)}. Cancel codes resulting from fault diagnosis of switches relating to the system and cruise control are also displayed in {Memorized Diagnostic Code(s)}.
4. Perform engine DTC clear memory operation. Clear Memory Mode
Cancel code of switches relating to the system and cruise control are deleted by clearing memory on the engine side.
NOTE:
- The latest code will be cleared by turning ignition switch to OFF.
- For detailed operation procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".
- For details on cancel codes, refer to List of Cancel Code. Manufacturer Codes
OPERATION
1. On [[Main Menu]] display, select {Each System Check}. On [[System Selection Menu]] display, select {Engine Control System} and select the [OK]. Select [OK] after the engine type information is displayed.
2. Drive vehicle at 40 km/h (25 MPH) or more and set the cruise control.
CAUTION:
- When performing diagnosis, observe the legal speed limit on the road.
- The cancel code will also appear when cruise control is cancelled by the driver's operation. Do not confuse them.
- Be sure to get an assistant to support the diagnosis while driving, and have him/her operate the select monitor.
3. When the set speed is cancelled by itself (without any cancel operations such as applying brake) or when the cruise control could not be set by performing the setting operation, selecting the {Cancel Code(s) Display} on the engine malfunction diagnosis screen will display the cancel code on the select monitor display.
NOTE: The {Latest Diagnostic Code(s)} and {Memorized Diagnostic Code(s)} are contained in the cancel code. The latest code recognized during current test drive is displayed in {Latest Diagnostic Code(s)}. Cancel codes resulting from fault diagnosis of switches relating to the system and cruise control are also displayed in {Memorized Diagnostic Code(s)}.
4. Perform engine DTC clear memory operation. Clear Memory Mode
Cancel code of switches relating to the system and cruise control are deleted by clearing memory on the engine side.
NOTE:
- The latest code will be cleared by turning ignition switch to OFF.
- For detailed operation procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".
- For details on cancel codes, refer to List of Cancel Code. Manufacturer Codes
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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.
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