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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014LEGACY 2.5I, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT SYSTEM - SEATSPOWER SEAT SYSTEMADJUSTMENTINITIALIZATION PROCEDURES
2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT Trans
Initialization Procedures
2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Initialization Procedures
NOTE:
- Initialize the records inside the module by performing all the following steps regardless the item order.
- With each seat locked*, operating switches for 3 seconds make the buzzer sound once.
- If initialization is done after completing all items, the buzzer sounds three times when the last operation is completed and the switch is turned on then off.
- Move the seat rearward using the slide switch, and keep the seat lock* status for three seconds or more.
- Move the seat downward using tilt switch, and keep the seat lock* status for three seconds or more.
- Move the seat downward using lifter switch, and keep the seat lock* status for three seconds or more.
- Move the seat forward using reclining switch, and keep the seat lock* status for three seconds or more.
*: Seat lock is the status that there is no pulse output from the encoder within the specified period of time although it reaches the movable position end.
NOTE:
When the following conditions are met, the initializing operation is cancelled even though the procedure is carried out halfway.
- Interval between each initialization procedure of 1) to 4) exceeds 10 seconds.
- If any of initialization procedures 1) to 4) are not performed.
- The battery runs out or the voltage to the power seat control module falls out of the operation range during initialization.
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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.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.