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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014FORESTER 2.5I, ENG CD FB25BA, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 9 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DOTC))DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)DTC P2610: ECM/PCM INTERNAL ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCEDTC DETECTING CONDITION
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard Trans
DTC P2610: ECM/Pcm Internal Engine Off Timer Performance: DTC Detecting Condition
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION DTC Detecting Condition
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Detected when two consecutive driving cycles with fault occur.
- GENERAL DESCRIPTION < Ref. to DTC P2610: ECM/PCM INTERNAL ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE , Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Detecting Criteria. >
CAUTION:
After servicing or replacing faulty parts, perform Clear Memory Mode < Ref. to
OPERATION , Clear Memory Mode. >, and Inspection Mode < Ref. to
PROCEDURE , Inspection Mode. >.
DTC PROCEDURE
| Step | Check | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 CHECK FOR ANY OTHER DTC ON DISPLAY. | Is any other DTC displayed? | Check DTC using "List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". < Ref. to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . > | Replace the ECM. < Ref. to
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)
. >
NOTE:
The soak timer IC is built into the ECM.
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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.