Immobilizer System

2014 Subaru Impreza Sport LimitedSECTION Immobilizer System
Symptoms Note
Engine does not start < Ref. to ENGINE DOES NOT STARTΒ , INSPECTION, Diagnostics with Phenomenon.>
< Ref. to DTC B2784 ANTENNA COIL FAULTΒ , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>
< Ref. to DTC B278A ABNORMAL IMMOBILIZER POWER SUPPLYΒ , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>
< Ref. to DTC B2785 LIN COMMUNICATION ERRORΒ , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>
< Ref. to DTC B2789 ID CODE BOX NO RESPONSEΒ , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>
< Ref. to DTC B2790 ID CODE BOX ABNORMAL (EEPROM ABNORMAL)Β , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>
Check the brake switch. < Ref. to INSPECTION , Stop Light Switch.>
Check the parking switch signal. < Ref. to INSPECTION , AT Shift Lock Solenoid and "P" Range Switch.>
Check the DTC of the ECM.
Cannot register the immobilizer. Refer to the "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER".
Engine does not start with the remote engine starter. < Ref. to DTC B2779 REMOTE CONTROL ENGINE STARTER COMMUNICATION COLLATION NGΒ , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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