2013 Subaru Outback Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Daytime Running Light Module Check

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1 CHECK DTC. 
  1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and run the "PC application for Subaru Select Monitor".
  3. On «System Selection Menu» display, select {Integ. unit mode}.
  4. Select the {Diagnostic Code(s) Display}.
 Is DTC displayed? Perform the diagnosis according to DTC. Go to step 2  .
2 CHECK INPUT SIGNAL. 
  1. From the state in step 1), select {Integ. unit mode}.
  2. Select the following input signals.
    1. Parking Brake Switch Input
    2. Shift position
    3. Lighting II Switch Input
 Is the input signal normal? Go to step 3  . Check the defective part.
3 CHECK RELAY. 
Check the daytime running light relay.		 Is the relay OK? Go to step 4  . Replace the relay.
4 CHECK HARNESS.  Is harness normal? Replace the body integrated unit. < Refer to BODY INTEGRATED UNIT . > Repair or replace the harness.
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