Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Subaru BRZ Limited, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
VVT Initial Position Learning Value Display
- VVT initial position learning value displayNOTE: Displays the VVT initial position learning value used in the self-diagnosis for VVT. This value is also used for calculating the reference value in the troubleshooting of DTC (P0016, etc.).
Concerning the learning value, the value for the crankshaft position initially input at the production factory is recorded as the normal value, and thereafter it is updated whenever normal judgment occurs. When the timing chain is suddenly displaced during operation or when there is wrong assembly during repair work, this will cause abnormal judgment, and the learning value is not updated.- Warm up the engine, and let it idle for 5 minutes or more.
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- Connect the SSM3 to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Select the following menu items using the SSM3. [Inspection of BRZ]/[Each System Check]/[Engine Control System]/[Work Support]/[VVT Initial Position Learning Value Display]
- Read each learning value.
- List of VVT initial position learning value display
Item Display Unit VVT initial position learning value (bank 1) [VVT Initial Position Learning Value #1] °FR VVT initial position learning value (bank 2) [VVT Initial Position Learning Value #2] °FR Exhaust VVT initial position learning value (bank 1) [VVT Ex Initial Position Learning Value #1] °FR Exhaust VVT initial position learning value (bank 2) [VVT Ex Initial Position Learning Value #2] °FR
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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.
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