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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 WITHOUT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)CHECK SI-DRIVE (SUBARU INTELLIGENT DRIVE) SYSTEMDIAGNOSIS
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard Trans
Check Si-Drive (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) System: Diagnosis
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Diagnosis
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SI-DRIVE mode does not switch.
CAUTION:
Note that SI-DRIVE system operates the following controls when it switches the modes.
- When the engine is cold, the low coolant temperature display will light in the combination meter. In this case, it cannot switch to S# (Sport Sharp), S# (Sport Sharp) switch prohibition buzzer sounds.
- When turning the engine OFF and then ON again, it switches to I (intelligent) mode although in the mode prior to engine OFF.
- Switches to S (Sport) when the malfunction indicator light illuminates while the engine is running. In this case, Cannot switch to S# (Sport Sharp) or I (Intelligent) mode.
- If there is a possible engine coolant or engine oil temperature overheat condition, it will not be possible to switch to the S# (Sport Sharp) mode. Switches to S (Sport) while driving in S# (Sport sharp) mode.
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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.