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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESLAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS)GENERAL DIAGNOSTIC TABLEINSPECTION
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans
General Diagnostic Table: Inspection
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Inspection
| Contents | Operation | Specifications | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YES | NO | |||
| Diagnostic code | DTC is displayed when inspecting all DTCs. | Perform the diagnosis according to DTC. | System is normal. | - |
| Speedometer | Faster vehicle speed than the actual speed is displayed. | VDC CM data may not be received. | System is normal. | Also, check vehicle speed pulse circuit. |
| Fuel gauge | Fuel is present, but displayed less than actual amount. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Also, check the fuel gauge. |
| Fuel level warning light | Fuel is present, but the light illuminates. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Also, check the fuel gauge. |
| Engine coolant temperature light | Engine coolant temperature illuminates in red or blue. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the engine coolant light related items. |
| [S], [I] or [S#] indicator | Blinking. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the intelligent switch. |
| VDC indicator | Illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check that VDC is not operating. |
| VDC OFF indicator | Illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check that VDC is not OFF. |
| Electronic parking brake warning, etc. | Blinking. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the electronic parking system as well. |
| Brake warning, etc. | Illuminating. | Brake fluid may be low in amount, or communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check brake related items. |
| Shift position | Not displayed. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Also, check AT system. |
| AT temperature light | Blinking. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Also, check AT system. |
| Door indicator | Not displayed. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the door switch. |
| Clearance indicator | Not illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the combination switch. |
| Hi beam indicator | Not illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the combination switch. |
| Front fog indicator | Not illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the combination switch. |
| Illumination | Illuminating at the maximum brightness. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Also, check the illumination switch. |
| Cruise control indicator | Not illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check the cruise control system. |
| AWD indicator | Not illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Check TCM. |
| Hill hold indicator | Not illuminating. | Communication error may be present. | System is normal. | Also, check VDC CM. |
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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.