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.
2013 Subaru Outback RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
SUBARU Select Monitor
- Check that no DTC remains after clearing memory. Refer to CLEAR MEMORY MODE .
- Warm up the engine.
- Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. Refer to PREPARATION TOOL .
- Prepare PC with Subaru Select Monitor installed.
- Connect the USB cable to 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.
- Connect the diagnosis cable to SDI.
- Install the delivery (test) mode fuse (A).CAUTION: Do not use any fuses that are installed on the vehicle.
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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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