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.
General Scan Tool
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION General Scan Tool
NOTE:
For detailed operation procedures, refer to the general scan tool operation manual.
- Perform the Clear Memory Mode. < Ref. to MODE $04 (CLEAR/RESET EMISSION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION) , OPERATION, General Scan Tool. >
- Read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and check that no DTC is displayed. < Ref. to
MODE $07 , OPERATION, General Scan Tool. >NOTE: If the DTC is displayed on the screen, the trouble is still present. Perform the diagnosis using "Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". < Ref. to List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) . > After solving the DTC, repeat from step 1).
- Start the engine, and run the engine at idle for 10 seconds or more.
- Read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and check the DTC. < Ref. to
MODE $07 , OPERATION, General Scan Tool. >NOTE: If the DTC is displayed on the screen, the trouble is still present. Perform the diagnosis using "Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". < Ref. to List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) . > After solving the DTC, repeat from step 1).
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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.